Types of Birds

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Sultan chickens are considered a rare breed of chicken and not every hatchery offers consistent access to these birds. Sultan chickens are identified by a red crest, a muff and beard, vulture-like hooks, shank feathers and five toes. These birds ... more »

How to Buy Finches

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Many people who have busy lives buy unconventional pets to fit their lifestyle. Finches make good pets because they are easy to care for and provide amusement and entertainment. Finches are relatively low maintenance and a good choice for those ... more »

How to Determine the Sex of a Quail

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There are 2 kinds of quail. The American variety is a small bird that lives in flocks or "coveys," while the Old World variety is larger and a member of the pheasant family. Old World quail should be sexed using pheasant gender identification ... more »

How to Give Your Lutino Cockatiel the Special Care He Needs and Why

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Cockatiels have become many families’ favorite pet. Their mild and gentle nature makes them the perfect pet for households living in apartments, as well as for families with children. By crossbreeding, breeders have developed numerous exotic ... more »

How to Identify a Bluebird

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The term "bluebird" applies to a number of bird species located throughout the United States. Bird watchers often confuse the Mountain bluebird with a Western bluebird. To identify the various bluebird species correctly, you should differentiate ... more »

How to Identify a Cardinal

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Cardinals live in the Northeast, Southeast and Midwest regions of the United States, and remain stationary all year round. You can identify a cardinal by comparing the characteristics of this bird against other birds in the area... more »

How to Identify a Catbird

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The catbird is a migratory species of bird that resides on the Atlantic coast. Most bird watchers and naturalists observe catbirds from a distance, since this species often live in densely forested areas. Understanding this bird's defining ... more »

How to Identify a Goldfinch

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The goldfinch is a small yellow bird that is found throughout North America. Goldfinches gather in small groups in overgrown farm fields, and use thickets of tree limbs for low-lying nests... more »

How to Identify a Horned Grebe

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If you've ever watched baby birds being carried atop their parent's back as they swim, you may have observed a horned grebe family. The young usually ride in between the wings of their mother or father and may go underwater with them during ... more »

How to Identify a Hummingbird

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Amateur naturalists and bird watchers consider the hummingbird to be a peculiar species of domestic bird. Hummingbirds are swift and diminutive enough to elude the untrained eye. You should know what a hummingbird looks and acts like to identify ... more »

How to Identify a Mourning Dove

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The mourning dove is one of the most common bird species in North America. This bird frequents baths, feeders and trees throughout American cities and suburbs. To help manage nature's food chain, hunters in certain areas have begun to kill the ... more »

How to Identify a Red Crossbill

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The Red Crossbill is a member of the finch family. They are stocky and between 5.5 and 6.6 inches in length with a wingspan between 10 and 11 inches. They are winter birds and their diet consists of seeds from willows, birches, maples and other ... more »

How to Identify a Robin

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Robins reside in trees, bird houses and bushes in every region of the United States. To tell one robin from another, you must observe behaviorial differences over a long period... more »

How to Identify a Scarlet Tanager

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The scarlet tanager, found mainly in the eastern forests of the United States, is a shy bird and tends to remain among the cover in the woods. Summer bird watchers will see the scarlet tanager as they walk through the woods, since it is easily ... more »

How to Identify a Woodpecker

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Bird watchers who are looking for woodpeckers to add to their should narrow their search. There are dozens of woodpecker species in the United States, including the pileated, hairy and red-bellied woodpecker. You can identify a woodpecker by ... more »

How to Identify a Yellow Breasted Chat

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The Yellow-breasted Chat is the largest of the wood-warblers. He is shy and elusive, spending most of his time in undergrowth and in foliage. He gets his name from the chattering sounds he makes. The Yellow-breasted Chat is heard more often than ... more »

How to Identify the European Starling

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The European starling (Sturnus vulgaris) is not a native North American bird. In the 1890s a flock of 100 was released in New York's Central Park by a group who wanted to introduce the birds mentioned in Shakespeare's plays to North America. The ... more »

How to Join the National Finch and Softbill Society

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If you're bird lover, particularly of finches and softbills, you might want to consider joining the National Finch and Softbill Society. Established over twenty years ago, this society is of interest to people who keep, breed or simply love ... more »

How to Keep Chickens in a City

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Chickens can make for interesting pets and great farm animals. However, when you are looking to keep chickens in a city setting, different rules apply. Keeping chickens in a city can be rather difficult, requires plenty of space and a knowledge ... more »

How to Know if a Macaw is Right For You?

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So, you've been thinking of adopting a Macaw, baby or adult, and you wonder if it's for you? Here is the scoop on Macaws... more »

How to Pet Sit a Bird

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Chances are most of your friends and family own conventional pets, like dogs or cats, that are simple to pet sit. A friend who asks you to pet sit his bird during a business trip or vacation is requesting a major commitment on your part. You need ... more »

How to Pick Bird Owner Books

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There are thousands of authors and naturalists who claim to be experts on birds. A trip down the nature and science aisle at your local bookstore will expose a competitive marketplace of ideas at your disposal. You need to know what to look for ... more »

How to Protect Bluebirds From Predators

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Bluebirds are a beautiful addition to your yard. Unfortunately, there are many predators that want to kill them. Cats, raccoons, snakes and even other birds such as sparrows and wrens will try to make a meal out of them. Here are a few ... more »

How to Raise Exotic Sultan Chickens

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Sultan chickens are an exotic breed of chicken raised for exhibition and as pets rather than for their eggs or meat. Their temperament requires that they be sheltered and well taken care. They are naturally docile to the point of being tame, ... more »

How to Spot a Good Homing Pigeon

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Owning, breeding, racing and training homing pigeons is a fun and rewarding activity. If you are interested in acquiring pigeons as a hobby, make sure you know how to spot a good homing pigeon. That's right—some birds are better suited for homing ... more »

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