Why do parrots live longer?
Why do parrots live longer?
On average, pet birds live between 20 and 80 years, which compared with mammals of same or larger size is quite remarkable. Amazing I think! Birds also have a high metabolic rate, body temperature, and high resting glucose, which is why experts believe they outlive mammals.
Reference:
Why Do Birds Live So Long? - Everything Birds
Oct 13, 2014