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Red-fronted Parakeet
The Red-fronted Parakeet (Red-fronted Parakeet) has colorful, brilliant plumage. It is a typical perching bird, usually active in pairs or small flocks in the wild, mainly distributed across New Zealand and several nearby small islands.
Blue-and-gold Macaw
The Blue-and-gold Macaw (Ara ararauna), also called the Blue-and-gold Macaw, is attractive in both color and size. Native to the tropical Americas, it is the most commonly seen macaw on the market and is gentle and affectionate toward people.
How to Tell If Your Chinchilla Is Sick
Chinchillas are subtle when unwell, so early signs are easy to miss. This guide shows what to check—eyes, anus, droppings, coat, teeth—and lists common illnesses (cold, heatstroke, enteritis, dental) with symptoms.
Preventing and Controlling Rabbit Colibacillosis
Rabbit colibacillosis (mucoid enteritis), caused by Escherichia coli, strikes weanling rabbits hardest with high death rates from watery, jelly-like diarrhea and dehydration. Prevention hinges on steady high-fiber feeding, clean dry housing, insect and rodent control, and feed-additive or vaccine prophylaxis.
Brazilian Turtle (Red-Eared Slider): Form and Habits
The Brazilian turtle (red-eared slider) is a freshwater turtle kept for food, health and looks. It is colorful with red and green head stripes and a red patch behind the eye, lively and fast for a turtle. It eats mostly animal food, prefers quiet clean water, is sexually dimorphic (males have longer thicker tails and a concave plastron), and is oviparous, mating May–August and laying 3–4 clutches a year.
Warning: These Guinea Pig Body Parts Should Never Be Touched
Guinea pigs are blind behind them and easily startled, so avoid the back, rear, limbs, and belly unless the pig knows you well. They enjoy the head, chin, and behind the ears — but always let a new guinea pig settle for two or three days before handling it.
What Happens When a Dog Lacks Calcium?
Calcium deficiency in dogs can cause serious problems, from poor appetite and a dull, rough coat to weak limbs and stunted bone development. Read on to learn the risks of calcium deficiency and how to supplement your dog properly.
Listless and Limp Turtle: Understanding Turtle Pneumonia
A turtle that is listless, limp, and refusing food is likely suffering from pneumonia—a serious illness needing prompt veterinary care. Watch for nasal discharge, wheezing, and open-mouth breathing, and treat with antibiotics (gentamicin, amoxicillin, azithromycin) plus warmth and vitamins; prevent it with good ventilation and stable humidity.
Long-Haired Curly Guinea Pig
The Long-Haired Curly Guinea Pig, also known as the long-curly-haired cavy, is a rare and distinctive guinea pig variety native to Peru and Brazil. With its unique curly long coat and gentle nature, it makes a beloved small pet, though its coat requires regular grooming to prevent matting.
What is wrong with my new hamster’s leg?
From a photo it is unclear; check if the yellow discharge is stool or dirt. If stool, it may be diarrhea with lethargy and low appetite, needing a vet. If dirt, wipe with warm water. If the hind leg cannot bear weight or is painful, it may be injury or fracture; see a vet.