The rediscovery in 1999 of a small cluster of yellow-eared parrots, striking green birds with yellow markings in western Colombia, led to the creation of a reserve. The population grew to thousands.

But how do parrots get their vivid red, yellow and green feathers? This query has long perplexed scientists, but, now, they say they’re one step closer to solving the mystery. A simple chemical ...

While the term "parakeet" encompasses over a hundred species of small parrots, for most people ... Common parakeets can be found in shades of green and yellow with black scalloped markings ...