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bringing a bird into your household? First and foremost, you must do your homework! Many birds require a lot of care and company. They can be somewhat expensive, because they do require a special diet, cage, perches, etc. You should keep them on a special diet with fresh fruit and veggies so they will enjoy optimal health. They can be very entertaining and fun most of the time.

You need to find a qualified avian specialist in your area. Giving your bird good avian care will help prolong its life -- some parrots can live up to 75 years!

Parrots, like any other pet, can be destructive if not properly cared for or if they are just plain in a bad mood.

There are usually parrot organizations in many larger cities that can offer help if you have a problem, or just offer support and advice. There are also plenty of books and magazines about bird care available as well.

So, make your decision wisely, because owning any bird is a long-term commitment. – Heloise

http://www.indeonline.com/index.php?ID=14532
http://snipurl.com/1covo <<< Same article, different paper.

That's really awesome info! Kudos to Graehstone!

Great post, Mike!