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macaws and others. "Birds are not ideal for a first-time pet owner," she said. "They require a ton of mental stimulation and care." Start the day smarter. Get all the news you need in your inbox ...

Did pirates actually have parrots as pets or hooks for hands? Author of "The Republic of Pirates," Colin Woodard explains. Following is a transcript from the video. Colin Woodard: I think the ...

"Birds are not ideal for a first-time pet owner," she said. "They require a ton of mental stimulation and care." Owning a parrot is difficult, Baldwin said, because avians require at least five ...