Most bird owners know that there is a proven benefit to feeding your birds as many fresh, homemade meals as possible. Luckily, even those who aren't the handiest people in the kitchen can learn to master a few simple recipes that will be both nutritious and delicious for your pet bird.

If you're in the mood to whip up a delicious and nutritious snack for your parrot, then try out this easy Bird Treat Recipe: Honey Fruit Bake. It's quick, easy, and your feathered friend will be begging for more!

I've worked with birds for a long time, but this week's video features something I've never seen before -- two parrots getting married!

Blue and Xena are two Hyacinth Macaws that made avian history by getting hitched on a television program for Animal Planet. Check out their hilarious parrot wedding video and post a comment below to let other readers know what you think!

As always, if you find a video online that you think would be a good feature for Funny Bird Friday, send me a link at birds.guide@about.com and I'll be sure to check it out!

There is no such thing as a mean bird. It's true! There are, however, birds that are fearful, and birds with emotional problems that cause them to want to avoid handling at all costs. When birds with these problems find themselves in pet situations, it can be disastrous for both bird and owner.

If your pet bird bites you when you try to handle it, it is critical that you address the issue. To do this, you must set aside time each day to work on handling your feathered friend. When working with your pet, use these tips for taming aggressive parrots to help your pet understand that handling is safe and fun.

Diseases that can be passed from animals to humans and vice versa are called zoonotic diseases. Those interested in becoming bird owners often wonder if there are any diseases they could catch from their potential feathered friends. The answer is that there are, although it's relevant to point out that owning any type of pet can put you at risk of contracting a zoonotic illness.

Check out my article on 10 Diseases You Could Catch from Your Parrot to learn about zoonotic illnesses that affect pet birds and their owners. While the odds of infection are lowered with proper hygiene standards, its important to be familiar with common symptoms and methods of transmission.