Monk Parakeet

Monk Parakeets (Myiopsitta monachus), also known as Quaker Parrots, are intelligent, social, and highly adaptable birds. In clinical avian practice, they are frequently presented f…

Monk Parrot Size, Growth and Health Guide

An Avian Veterinarian’s Complete, Reliable Guide

Monk parakeets (Myiopsitta monachus), also known as Quaker parrots, are among the most capable talking parrots relative to their size. Their strong social intelligence, excellent m…

Proper nutrition is the foundation of long-term health for monk parakeets (Myiopsitta monachus). In clinical practice, diet-related illnesses are among the most common preventable …

Monk parakeets (Myiopsitta monachus), also known as Quaker parrots, are intelligent, social, and long-lived companion birds. While they are often considered “beginner-friendly,” pr…

Yes. Pineapple is safe, nutritious, and enjoyable when fed sparingly and prepared correctly. It should be offered only as an occasional treat within a balanced diet.

Yes—bananas are safe, enjoyable, and nutritious when fed in moderation. They should complement, not replace, a balanced parrot diet.

Yes, in very small, rare amounts — but they should not rely on it, and most monk parakeets are healthiest without it.

Monk parakeets (Myiopsitta monachus), also known as Quaker parrots, occupy a unique and often misunderstood legal position worldwide. Unlike many parrot species that are heavily pr…