Birds

Owls are creatures of the night, and great to have around as a form of pest control due to their natural diet that is mainly composed of rodents. If you are interested in attracting a local owl to...

Winter birds need to find constant fuel. Their little hearts beat at a rapid pace. This energy is necessary for keeping them warm. It is fun to help supply them with food in the winter. It will...

Latex paint has become the most commonly chosen house paint on the market. Its several advantages over oil-based paints allow versatile use on interior and exterior walls. Unfortunately, it does...

Bird lice are tiny parasitic insects that are sometimes found on ornamental birds and poultry livestock. The lice bite the bird and feed off of its skin and blood, causing the animal much...

Backyard bird feeders can enrich our lives and provide hours of entertainment, but for nature's predators they can be a one-stop meal location. When hawks begin to recognize the bounty of your...

Choosing the proper bird food can be challenging. There is a range of options to select from. One must balance nutritional concerns, quality, and price when purchasing bird food.

Feeding birds is gratifying, but the more of them you feed the more it costs. Growing your own birdseed is an economical way to keep feeding the birds without draining your wallet. After you...

Just 20 to 30 years ago little was known about what a parrot should eat, let alone specific members of the Amazona genus. They ate seed, loved sunflowers and peanuts, so that is what they were fed...

Do you know someone special who recently bought a new pet? Celebrate with them and give them a basket full of items for their newest family member.

The best way to learn to recognize the songs of our little feathered friends is to buy a CD "Guide to Bird Songs" and pass several times to memorize every feature. Or be part of a bird...

Homing pigeons are specifically bred for their homing instincts and endurance and come with pedigrees that can rival those of race horses; proven pigeons can fetch up to $250,000. Races begin when...

Bird watching is a wonderful way to spend the morning hours. The best way to attract birds to your yard, is to have a bird feeder. Bird feeders can range in price from relatively cheap to very...

Finding an abandoned baby bird might be frightening and exciting at the same time. However, care needs to be taken when dealing with any found wildlife to ensure the well-being of both the bird...

Birds in captivity, and especially parrots, are growing in popularity as household pets. Parrots come in a variety of colors and sizes, so choosing the proper parrot for your household can be a...

African Grey parrots instinctively desire to communicate with their flock. Training an African Grey parrot to talk is accomplished by teaching the bird word associations, not by meaninglessly...

Screech owls are the smallest species of owl in the United States. They live in mixed woodlands, parklands and wooded suburban areas. If you live near a lot of trees, you probably live near...

Baby birds of most species are featherless. Their skin is pink and usually so transparent that the tiny organs inside the bird are visible. Nestlings are baby birds that are featherless and not...

Caique parrots are medium sized, brightly colored birds that originate in South America. Due to their clownish personality, affinity for interacting with humans, and unique personality traits,...

Pet birds are in constant need of stimulation to keep their brains and their beaks busy. Toys are a great way to provide stimulation and variety to help alleviate boredom. Toys can be made from a...

Mealworms can be a nutritious addition to almost any pet bird's diet. However, if they reproduce beyond your capacity to use them, it may become necessary to preserve them for future use. Drying...

You've found your feathered friend limping and not able to climb up to its perch. After a closer look, you can see that its leg is broken. It's after hours, and the avian veterinarian's office is...

Birds kept outdoors are prone to parasites and lice, which can cause extreme itchiness and feather irritation. One sign of lice in birds is that they will pull their feathers out and scratch...

Anyone who has owned a pet bird of any type has experienced the pain of shelling out sometimes vast sums on new cages that are often much smaller than your pet would like. Cages for larger...

Climbing ropes are an excellent form of enrichment for birds, which is why they have become popular with bird owners. Birds can climb on ropes, hang upside down on them and chew them, which...

African Grey parrots are one of the most well known and sought after species in the pet bird industry. With their high intelligence and ability to easily mimic the human language, the number of...

During the late spring and summer months it is likely to encounter a baby bird that appears abandoned on the ground. A fledgling bird is actually taught to seek food on its own, while its parents...

A macaw that loves only one and terrorizes all others or a cockatoo that bites the one he loves can make their families rethink living with a parrot. What you may not know is that these behaviors...

Has that cute baby amazon grown up to be a terror? Or maybe you have a big heart and took in a rescued macaw that just doesn’t trust you. You are not alone; being bit by a pet parrot is a common...

A hormonal male yellow- headed amazon, or a feisty goffin’s cockatoo is not a bird to be argued with. It may be that time of year again (or a year round state if you live with an umbrella or...

African Grey parrots are popular pets among bird lovers, as they are extremely intelligent and can say simple words and phrases. African Greys need careful attention and handling to become tame...

Typically very low maintenance, birds are great pets for apartment dwellers, as well as homeowners. Birds do not get pregnant but they will lay eggs to hatch. This is called being gravid. Birds...

Birds are seen often in the wild, flying and nesting in many places. Although birds do nest in trees, other nesting spots are on the tops of buildings, light poles or even the ground, like the...

Choosing a qualified and competent veterinarian is one of the best things that you can do for your bird... and yourself! If you have many options available, it's not always easy to choose. Check...

With pet parrot on shoulder, you decide to take a walk outside. "Aren't you afraid it'll fly away?" is one of the top stranger FAQs. When you reply, "No, his wings are clipped"...

Throughout the year, it is not uncommon for humans to happen across a fallen chick from the nest. Baby birds of prey are very high maintenance creatures that should be handled with delicate care....

With the right ingredients, bird seed can be molded into a variety of different things, allowing custom treats to be created for wild and pet birds. Among the items that can be made with bird seed...

This makes a unique nesting box for domestic or wild birds alike. Great recycling project after you're done eating your fresh coconut or perhaps buy one just because you will love the looks of...

This article is all about how to clip parakeet wings. It's a bright, summer day as you unlatch the cage to play with your pet parakeet. After some time of stretch her wings and flying around the...

Baby birds are extremely delicate creatures, and should always be handled with care. Never remove a baby bird from its natural environment, however if you chance upon an injured or abandoned baby...

The Brazilian pygmy owl, known as the Least pygmy owl, is a resident of Brazil, but can be found in Argentina and parts of Paraguay. At a mere 5 to 6 inches tall, it is the smallest owl species....

A balanced diet is important for the health of all varieties of the macaw family of parrots, including the Military macaw. Military macaws can have a lifespan of 35 to 55 years, when provided with...

Sexing pigeons can be tricky and even experts are occasionally fooled. Unlike many animals, birds, in general, do not have obvious physical attributes that distinguish them as male or female....

It is important to bathe your bird on a regular basis. Parrots and other large bird species require a bath daily during the heat of the summer. The need becomes twice a week, during the colder...

If you are like many pet bird owners, you may have decided to build your own wooden bird toys. Cutting up a few pieces of wood and purchasing some sisal rope to make your own bird toy will cost...

Welcome your hummingbirds to their feeder free from ants!

The green heron or green-backed heron, Latin name Butorides virescens, is one of the smallest members of the family Ardeidae. This short, stocky wading bird can be found in wetlands across most of...

Hummingbirds have very simple but important dietary requirements. A healthy garden environment with a diverse variety of plants can supply these tiny birds with plenty of food. Because of the...

Conures are bright, beautiful and loud parrots. There are a variety of species available in the pet trade, from the popular Sun Conure to the lesser known Patagonian. Regardless of species,...

Breeding African grey parrots can be a difficult task. It is difficult to determine the gender of the birds and the parrots are very selective when choosing a partner. However, breeding can happen...

Providing bird seed during the winter brings the birds that overwinter in your area to your yard for easier viewing. Bird feeders come in many styles, but one of the simplest to make is a cylinder...