Hosts Bryn Griffiths, Ian Sprague and Janine Couture explore the fascinating world of parrots, their behaviours, and the challenges faced by captive and wild birds. This episode covers hormonal behaviors, the parrot crisis, and tips for bird care.

Key Topics

• Hormonal behaviors in parrots
• The parrot overpopulation crisis
• Bird diet and chop preparation
• Cleaning bird feeders and environment
• Fun facts about bird sexuality and behavior

Titles

• Understanding Parrot Hormonal Behavior and Care
• The Parrot Crisis: Overpopulation and Rescue Solutions

Sound Bites

• "Birds get frustrated because you can't fulfill their needs"
• "Most behaviors are cues, not just hormonal"
• "Birds can be gay and form same-sex bonds"

Chapters

00:00
Understanding Hormonal Behavior in Birds

11:07
The Parrot Crisis: A Growing Concern

17:15
Jasper's Story: A Case Study in Rescue

21:21
Maintaining Bird Feeders for Health

26:24
Fun Facts About Bird Behavior