Pet Birds

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...

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 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...

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...

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...

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...

Birds are banded for several reasons but the most important one is for identification. Pet owners can track lost or stolen birds. Banding aids the government in tracking bird smugglers and keeps...

The Senegal parrot is the most common of those belonging to the Poicephalus species, and is known to be a playful, charming and devoted little companion. It is also considered to be one of the...

There are hundreds of breeds of pigeons, each with their own unique look or purpose. Fancy pigeons are pigeons that have been bred for their looks. A few examples are the Indian Fantail, Modena...

An aviary in the backyard full of green plants and colorful finches is a delight and creates a relaxing atmosphere. It is no wonder that the pet finch is becoming more popular and there is more...

Parrots provide plenty of laughs for the whole family, however, getting the right parrot is essential. Terms such as "hand-raised", "hand-fed", "spoon-fed", and...

You are getting ready for work when...oh no, no, no and then the tears just run uncontrollably while your heart breaks ... your pet dog, cat, bird or farm animal have past on... This is the way...

Because of their small size and pleasant nature, Chinese button quail, known interchangeably as Chinese painted quail, are a popular choice as pets. An adult Chinese button quail has blue-gray or...

Cockatiels make really wonderful pets if you do not have the allergy associated with this family of birds. These birds are known for their sweet demeanor, funny antics, expressive feather crest,...

Birds require nests to lay their eggs in. If you have a pair of birds or are looking to provide a safe breeding sanctuary for wild birds, you will need to build a bird nesting box. Each bird...

People spend more and more time each year on the internet. In early 2009 the time spent on Facebook increased 700% and the time spent on Twitter increased over 3700% With people becoming more...

Did you just see a lonely, unhatched egg in your garden and developed the feeling of growing it like a baby? Well, that is very much possible. Most of these eggs are the ones that have been...

A cockatiel pet bird is a social creature. In the wild, you can observe cockatiels congregating in flocks at the end of the day before perching for the night. They support and care for each other....

Parakeets are brightly colored, busy, and entertaining birds. People often select parakeets as pets because they are much less expensive and easier to house than parrots. While they are cheap and...

You love your pet bird right? And you want to make sure that what you feed is nourishing and healthy. So, what do you do? Make your own bird food and treats, that's what!

Regurgitation is a common complaint of Eclectus owners with birds who are reaching sexual maturity. This occurs around three years of age. Regurgitation is a courtship behavior. If your Eclectus...

Compared with some parrot species, eclectus parrots are easy to breed. They are the most sexually dimorphic (the male is green, the female red) of all the parrot species, so determining the sex of...

Parrots are intelligent, playful and curious by nature. Even if all their other needs are met and the living conditions are ideal, not being able to play can lead to lethargy and even disease....

Canaries are popular with bird lovers because of their legendary singing abilities and variety of the species. Originating from the Canary Islands off the coast of Spain, canaries were prized pets...

Parakeets make great, friendly pets. If you have one, you might be curious as to whether it's male or female for naming purposes. And if you want to breed parakeets, you will definitely need to be...

Budgerigars (Parakeets)make delightful and entertaining pets. Their comical antics are sure to keep your kids laughing on a daily basis. If you are considering buying one of these delightful...

Determining whether a parakeet is a male or a female is not always cut and dry; while most parakeets are sexually dimorphic, others are not so. This means that some parakeets will display...

You’ve just bought your new parrot, now what? This article will address the care needed in those first few days to get off on the right foot with your new parrot friend.

Training your parrot is an important part of parrot ownership. As with other pets, an untrained pet parrot can never fulfill its full potential as a companion. Unlike other pets, parrots are not...

Picking a name for your pet bird can be tricky. Read this article for tips on picking the perfect name for your feathered friend.

Training your parrot is an important part of parrot ownership. As with other pets, an untrained pet parrot can never fulfill its full potential as a companion. Unlike other pets, parrots are not...

The Gouldian finch is a rare bird of beauty with elegant and exquisite plumage colors. Also called the rainbow or painted finch, there are not many left in the wild. Many people like to have them...

I love cockatiels. I have had a cockatiel in my house for the last 15 years. They are the perfect companions. They are affectionate, gentle, playful, curious, funny and so loveable.

Fancy pigeons come in many different sizes, shapes, feather designs, and colors. They were domesticated from the Columbian Rock Pigeon. Fancy pigeons are raised as pets, hobbies, and for show.

Parakeets are one of the most popular birds kept as pets. Many owners allow their birds time to be outside of their cages. Both owner and bird can benefit from this experience. Here are some...

Lovebirds can make wonderful companions and it's easy to see why so many people keep them as pets. At some point you may wish to breed your lovebirds either as a hobby to add to your brood or as a...

Birds are excellent mimics. Depending on the species, birds can learn to accurately mimic other bird songs, animal noises, machinery, camera equipment and human speech. Whether a bird learns the...

It can be an overwhelming experience going to a pet store for a new bird toy. The prices on bird toys in the past year have sky rocketed. What used to be a $4.00 toy is now $8.00. There are ways...

Parakeets are easy and fun pets to care for. In this article you will learn how to care for parakeet birds. Parakeets come in many different sizes and colors. With lots of practice you can teach...

It takes one to know one. So the saying goes. I may be a little bird brained, but I am owned by a flock of parrots. Their antics are hilarious, and sometimes loud and crazy. When birds are...

If you have recently gotten a bird, or are considering one as a pet, choosing the right birdcage is important to make your home bird-friendly, and your bird comfortable. Birdcages are available...

Parrot care is the subject of many large books, so naturally it can't all be covered in one article. Here are some tips to get you started and suggestions on resources that can teach you more.

We are entering a time where our pets are much more than animals, they have become treasured members of our families. That being the case, more and more pet owners are considering their pet's...

Those of us with big birds like Macaws hate boarding our pets. I am here to tell you that macaws travel very well if you start them as babies and if they are well socialized and well mannered...

Parrots are just like our children, with the intelligence of at least a five year old. They understand emotion. They can speak using words and sentences in context. They can learn colors and...

Yes, there are commercial products available to clean the poop and stuck on food off of your birds house and surrounding areas. Personally, I don't want to pay the price, nor should you when a...

Here you will learn how you can breed your own pet parakeets.

Ducks are adaptable animals and don't need a full, natural pond to feel at home, as long as they have water to swim in. They need water, though, so without any pond at all, they might decide to...

The African Grey's reputation as an excellent talker makes it one of the most popular pet parrots. Technically, parrots don't talk; they mimic sounds and voices. The African Grey, however, appears...

When you have a pet bird, it’s important to bond with it so that you can play with it and care for it properly. These steps will teach you how to begin bonding with your feathered friend.