parrots
Coverage of parrots in the Nexus archive.
- Penguins and dolphins among nearly 400 Australian species under threat from bird flu as ‘true extent of disaster’ revealed
A federal government assessment reveals nearly 400 native Australian bird and mammal species, including penguins, dolphins, parrots, and fur seals, are at high risk from the H5N1 bird flu virus, which could cause severe population declines. The evaluation of over 2,000 species found almost one in five facing significant threats from the virus.
- Lions dead, zebras on the run as floodwaters devastate zoo in southern China
A zoo in Guangxi Zhang autonomous region lost over 100 animals, including two zebras, 30 peacocks, and nine deer, due to flooding that damaged cages. The zookeeper has asked the public for help to locate lost animals and ensure safety.
- Foster mom accused of swapping child for MONKEY faces vile new claims from daughter: Inside 'house of horrors' where skunks, parrots and coatis roamed among 200 children
A foster mother is accused of swapping a child with a monkey, with her daughter alleging a 'house of horrors' where skunks, parrots, and coatis lived alongside 200 children. New claims from the daughter describe the chaotic environment involving multiple animals and a large number of children.
- Masturbation among birds is ‘natural’ and should not be punished, say experts
A study reveals that masturbation among parrots and other birds is a natural behavior, more common in wild birds than in captivity, and not harmful or stress-related. Experts advise against punishing birds for this activity, contradicting previous recommendations for bird keepers.