Some people still think grit is necessary in their bird´s diet, but others say it can actually cause problems and should definitely not be used.

Jackie Turnbull sent me a picture of her sweet dutch blue mutation Peach Faced Lovebird to use as a jigsaw puzzle. Portage had just finished her bath when this was taken.

Does owning a pet bird increase your lifespan? Bird ownership carries many responsibilities, but also much joy.

My friend Louis Garwood snapped this picture of his budgies having fun and he has allowed me to use it for a jigsaw puzzle.

Things to consider before coming home with your new pet bird.

Emma, the Sun Conure posed for a picture with a tulip and Debra Yergen is allowing me to make the picture into a jigsaw puzzle for your enjoyment.

There is no doubt about it, keeping birds can be very addictive.

Tango, the Jardines Parrot is still getting used to his new home with Cindy Chadwick in the picture that makes a great jigsaw puzzle.

It is nice to have plants in your home, but if you have a bird that might have an opportunity to chew on the plant, you have to make sure that eating the plant will not harm your bird.

This picture of a beautiful little Blue Waxbill was taken by Katja Boll while she was on vacation in Kruger National Park in South Africa.