Parrots are sensitive creatures whose intelligence is often grossly underratedand as a result frequently exhibit behavior that is misunderstood by theirowners. ... » 

Parrots are sensitive creatures whose intelligence is often grossly underratedand as a result frequently exhibit behavior that is misunderstood by theirowners. This reference guide to owning a parrot answers questions aboutproblems and tensions between these feathered creatures and their owners. Thebasic elements of parrot psychology are explained as are environmental factorsthat can cause biting screaming and feather plucking. Case studies ofspecific relationships are used to illustrate both good and bad examples of thepetowner relationship. «