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The Grey Parrot from central Africa, is a highly intelligent bird commonly encountered in captivity. Two subspecies are seen, Psittacus erithacus erithacus (African Grey Parrot) and P.e.…
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There are approximately 50 species of lories and lorikeets (subfamily Loriidae) distributed widely throughout southeastern Asia, Papua New Guinea, Australia and Polynesia. These birds come in…
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The Peach-faced Lovebird (Agapornis roseicollis) is the largest and most commonly kept of the nine species of lovebirds. This small, colourful, short-tailed parrot originates from Africa. They…
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Some macaws (Ara sp.) are the largest members of the parrot family. There are also a number of smaller (or dwarf) macaws. These magnificent, vividly coloured birds originate from Mexico,…
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Mynah birds (Gracula sp. and Acridotheres tristis) originate from Africa, India and Southeast Asia and are best known for their ability to talk or mimic any and all sounds. They are lively,…
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The domestic pigeon (family Columbidae) includes over 300 breeds descending from the Rock Dove (Columbia livia). They originated in Eurasia but are now found all over the world. They have had…
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The Boa Constrictor and the Pythons are large non-venomous snakes that kill by constriction. They are popular vivarium reptiles and most species have few problems with captivity as long as a…
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The Colubridae comprises the largest family of snakes, with over one thousand species. The vast majority are harmless, although they may bite. Some colubrids are small insectivorous snakes…
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The vast majority of tortoises in the UK are members of the genus Testudo and it is the identification of the species in this group which is covered here. However, other species are being…
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There are approximately 35 (or more) species of Toucans and Toucanettes (family Ramphastidae) including the smaller, slender Araçaris. They are found in Central and South America. Their…
