If you live in California, chances are you've had Polly and friends show up in your yard. You're definitely not alone. California has thriving populations of wild parrots and parakeets, and their ...

Your backyard is filled with beautiful sights and wildlife. And one of the most common animals seen is birds. However, instead of your normal species, have you ever thought of attracting a more ...

Because the wild parrots are not native to California, they are not protected by any regulating body, including the state Department of Fish and Wildlife. Some wildlife experts call them "domestic ...

Yreka CHP officers "babysat" a parrot for a night while its owner sobered up — one of many critter encounters, the CHP said.

Long-term research in California shows that many bird populations increase after wildfires and can remain more abundant in burned areas for decades, especially following moderate fires. Although some ...