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  • How Often Are You Supposed to Take a Bird to the Vet?

    Birds require just as much veterinary attention as dogs and cats do, if not more. The increase in popularity of parrots as pets has raised interest in the avian specialty area of veterinary medicine, meaning there are many more veterinary doctors who have specific training in treating birds. While as recently as 10 years ago you may not have been able to find an avian vet anywhere near your home, now you can find one in most cities and even in many rural areas.

  • How to Pair Jay Bird With Logitech

    If you want to listen to music while working on your computer, you can connect your JayBird wireless headphones by using a BlueTooth connection. While it is possible to purchase stand-alone BlueTooth adapters, the BlueTooth adapters sold with certain wireless keyboards and mice manufactured by Logitech allow their users to connect additional devices, such as wireless headphones. You can pair your JayBird headphones with a Logitech BlueTooth adapter with the press of a button.

  • "Angry Birds" Texture Sizes

    The PC version of “Angry Birds” can crash with a “texture is too large” error message on some computers. “Angry Birds” texture size errors indicate out-of-date software, incorrect settings or incompatible hardware. You can fix an “Angry Birds” texture size error by updating the game, installing new graphics drivers or changing your hardware acceleration setting.

  • Stars Cheats in "Angry Birds" for Android

    "Angry Birds," the popular mobile game involving flinging birds into pigs, has been available on the Android since October 2010. Despite being released later, "Angry Birds" features the same levels and gameplay mechanisms as previously released versions. While there are no cheats to help you obtain all of the stars in the game, there are some tips you can use to make the challenge easier.

  • What Birds Live Well With Budgies?

    If you don't mind the noise, birds make wonderful pets. They are beautiful, fun to watch and some can be trained to talk. Budgies are small birds, often confused with parakeets. Widely available in pet stores, budgies are inexpensive and can live as long as a dog. When introducing your budgie to another bird, pay close attention to signs of aggression or dominance. Budgies may bully other birds, but with time and patience, your birds can live together peacefully.

  • Walkthrough of Danger Above on "Angry Birds"

    The third chapter in "Angry Birds," Danger Above, includes the sixth, seventh and eighth themes, each of which contains 15 new levels. The sixth theme features the birds battling their pig enemies in a jungle setting and also introduces the boomerang bird, which can soar beyond objects and then spin back to hit its intended target. The seventh theme takes place in front of a city scape at night and the eighth theme takes place in the clouds.

  • Yellow Nectar Diets of Birds

    Like any other animal, birds have different diets depending on the species. Most people immediately think of birdseed when they think of what birds eat, but there are plenty of birds that eat other things. Bird diets can consist of seeds and grains, nuts and berries or even insects and nectar. Birds in the wild and in captivity have specific diets, and nectar-feeding birds can be found in both.

  • How to Operate a Hi-Bird ATV-P35

    The Hi-Bird P35 four-wheel all-terrain vehicle was manufactured by Hi-Bird Motorcycle Company in China from 1995 to 1999. Like most ATVs, Hi-Bird's P35 model has the clutch in front of the left handle grip, the front brakes in front of the right handle grip, the throttle near the thumb of the right handle grip, the gear shift pedal on the left foot rest, the kick start on the right side of the ATV and the rear brakes on the right foot rest. The major difference between the Hi-Bird P35 ATV and other ATVs is that it is a manually operated…

  • The Nook Color Can't Install Angry Birds

    Developed by Rovio, "Angry Birds" is a multimedia game featuring a group of angry birds chasing after eggs stolen by a legion of pigs. On a Nook Color, the high-definition game can be downloaded directly from the App Store built into the tablet. If you're unable to install this multimedia, puzzle game, Nook Color provides ways to resolve app download problems.

  • How to Kill Grubs But Not Birds

    Grubs are the larvae of beetles that thrive in sod. Grubs provide food for a wide range of birds, moles and other rodents. They can cause your lawn to have bald patches or kill the roots in certain areas, resulting in yellow or dry grass. Once you’ve determined you have a grub infestation, you must try to kill the insects to save your lawn. Use the least toxic insecticide to prevent poisoning the birds and animals that feed on the larvae.

  • How Do Birds Sharpen Their Talons?

    Raptor birds have talons similar to claws on other birds, which they sharpen on tree bark and other rough surfaces as they walk or perch. Subject to zoning restrictions, you can keep some raptor birds as pets. Whether you have hundreds of acres of land or you live in a suburban neighborhood, the type of flooring you provide in the bird's mews and the amount of activity a bird has affects the bird's ability to sharpen its talons.

  • Flocking Behavior in Birds

    Bird flocking is when large groups of birds assemble and migrate between their winter and summer residences. Approximately 200 species of birds migrate in the Western Hemisphere on a yearly basis. Flocking allows birds to fly through unfamiliar territories in large numbers. Also, bird flocks stop and rest from their flight with one another. Modern-day mathematicians and computer scientists study flocking behavior to make advances in their respective industries.

  • Black Eagle Cheats for Angry Birds

    "Angry Birds" creators Rovio issued a teasing advertisement for its Mighty Eagle app addition in September 2010, saying, "The enigmatic Mighty Eagle is lurking in the shadows at our studio, waiting to make his debut in an Angry Birds update later this Fall." When the Mighty Eagle was finally introduced the following month, the in-app offering became a popular option for players who needed help passing certain difficult areas of the game. The Mighty Eagle, while technically a cheat, also opens up new gamplay options.

  • "Angry Birds True Grit" Levels

    In just two years, "Angry Birds" has topped the longtime Mario character's sales for his entire video-game career, the IGN website reported in late 2011. To ensure that this trend continues, Rovio, the maker of "Angry Birds," constantly updates the game by adding level packs that keep players coming back for more. One such level pack, known by some as "True Grit," was released in 2010 and gave players a western world to launch into.

  • Cheats for Hidden Secrets on "Angry Birds"

    "Angry Birds" is a game for iPad, iPhone, Android and the computer app that puts you in control of a flock of birds. As of October 2011, the game has surpassed 500 million downloads and continues to grow. The birds must fight the evil pigs who have stolen their eggs. You can play through the game and complete it without using any cheats, but the hidden secrets in the game can add both fun and replay value to "Angry Birds."

  • Cheats for "Angry Birds" on the iPod

    Almost everyone who plays "Angry Birds" has been stuck on a level at one point or another. If you're playing the game on the iPod touch, there are a variety of cheats available that can help you get out of your funk and get on to the next level.

  • How to Hack More Levels on 'Angry Birds' for the iPad

    A hack lets you unlock all the episodes and levels on the "Angry Birds" game for the iPad. This hack also works on the iPhone and iPod Touch versions of the popular game. The steps are straightforward and should only take a minute to complete. However, Step 3 may prove challenging. You may have to start the steps over until you have perfected this hack.

  • How to Sketch Birds

    Sketching birds is a lot different from drawing a fully detailed portrait. Learn how to sketch birds with help from an artist in this free video clip.

  • "Angry Birds" Eagle Eye Freezes

    The Mighty Eagle is an "Angry Birds" game addition that allows for instant completion of any level. This cheat may be used to get past a difficult level, or even to skip levels of the game. The Mighty Eagle icon, shaped like an Eagle Eye, appears on the "Angry Birds" screen adjacent to the Pause button. Occasionally the Eagle Eye icon will freeze, which is typically due to either usage restrictions or a game glitch.

  • "Angry Birds" Problem on Citrus

    The widely played video game application “Angry Birds” can experience a variety of problems when operated on a mobile phone, such as the Motorola Citrus, most of which can be easily remedied. Developed by Rovio Software, “Angry Birds” was released in late 2009 and, at the time of publication, is available in three versions: the original “Angry Birds,” “Angry Birds Seasons” and “Angry Birds Rio.”

  • Secret Stages in "Angry Birds" for Android

    "Angry Birds" for Android consists of almost 300 levels spread out across six episodes. In these levels, you use different types of birds to attack and destroy pigs and blocks to win. Hidden within some of the levels are golden eggs. Collecting these eggs unlocks secret stages and other bonus content in the game.

  • Shipping Birds by Air

    Shipping birds by air is the most common method that breeders choose to transport animals to new owners. However, the web of fees, permits and regulations makes the job best suited for experienced shippers. To ensure a successful transaction, shippers must comply with the airline's rules, as well as additional regulations from the U.S. Customs and Border Patrol, U.S. Department of Agriculture, and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.

  • Things That Scare Birds

    Although birds possess beautiful plumage and graceful flying techniques, they also have the ability to be major pests by building nests and feeding on a garden's vegetables. Also, long-term exposure and inhalation of bird droppings may cause a disease known as histoplasmosis. Homeowners do not have to take lethal measures to rid themselves of birds. Visual and audio scare tactics are available to deter birds from someone's property in a practical manner.

  • Bouquets With Faux Birds

    Creating memorable floral bouquets is a fun activity for any occasion, whether it's for a holiday or a wedding. This is a perfect option when decorating for spring events. Capitalize on the seasonal theme by adding small, fake birds to the bouquets. It's a creative look that evokes the feeling of nature. Make bouquets with faux birds using pre-made bird's nests, pastel flowers and faux blue jays.

  • How to Calm a Macaw Bird

    Macaws are medium to large parrots with dark beaks. Often brightly colored, they are highly social, intelligent and trainable. Unfortunately for many macaw owners, they are also anxious and can become aggressive and loud when frightened. Macaws are easiest to train and socialize when they are calm, and with careful handling they can learn to be less anxious.

  • Repairing Bird Wattmeter Slugs

    Amateur radio operators use in-line Bird wattmeters to tune transmitters and linear amplifiers for optimum performance by measuring the output of radio frequency energy in the coaxial cable leading to the antenna. The wattmeter is set up for a particular frequency range and transmitter wattage (power) by the use of a replaceable plug-in element known as a "slug" which installs into the front panel of the unit. An assortment of slugs to cover the various amateur frequency ranges and output powers represents a substantial investment above the cost of the wattmeter itself. Though not all defects in a slug are…

  • "Angry Birds" Will Not Open

    When you attempt to launch the “Angry Birds” app on your phone and it does not launch, you can troubleshoot the issue before contacting the developer for assistance. The game's failure to launch can result from various factors, including a need to update the app or the phone's memory card.

  • How to Fix a Hoppe's Clay Bird Thrower

    Hoppe's ClayKing target thrower uses a spring-loaded, cammed pivot arm to throw clay targets up to 50 yards. The welded steel frame is extremely sturdy, and the main mechanism assembles with standard 1/4-inch bolts. The heart of the action -- the spring -- is prone to weakening and failure with extensive use. Hoppe's no longer manufactures the ClayKing, but many of the devices are still used by shotgun enthusiasts. You can repair a weak spring on your target thrower by replacing it with a commonly available 9-inch door spring.

  • Endolymphatic Ducts in Crocodiles & Birds

    Evolutionists try to predict where birds came from. One theory is that birds come from crocodiles because they both have an endolymphatic duct, which indicates that this structure was passed from the crocodile to the bird . Crocodiles are reptiles that are known for having unusually adept hearing, while birds use tubes to handle the complex process of flying.

  • Secret Hits on "Angry Birds"

    In "Angry Birds," collecting golden eggs unlocks bonus content and levels. You can find most golden eggs simply by zooming out to see entire levels in full. However, some levels have blocks that you have to hit and destroy with your birds to collect the eggs. Most episodes in the game have at least one level with these secret blocks.

  • How to Attach a Bird Guard Vent Cover

    Although many different types of bird guard vent covers exist, they all do exactly the same thing – prevent birds from accidentally flying into the dryer vent, which exhausts through the outside wall of the house. Some vent covers are louvered, allowing the air from the dryer to open the louvers and escape without giving birds room to enter. Other vent covers fit over the existing vent with a plastic mesh screen to keep the birds out.

  • Birds That Pollinate Roses

    Birds are important to the pollination of roses, as they often eat the rose petals or rose hips. As the birds move from one flower to the next, they spread pollen, which pollinates the plants. The birds also consume flower seeds and spread them after they pass through their digestive tracts. Many different types of birds are attracted to roses because of their fragrance and color.

  • Learning About Birds in Preschool

    Even at preschool age, kids are curious about birds and want to learn more about these animals. It could be because birds can fly, or perhaps because kids see birds about every day; either way, children are often happy to engage in lessons and activities based around these animals. Some of this learning can be communicated through play, for example through games and craft activities.

  • Mesh Net to Control Birds

    Mesh nets are often used to prevent birds and bats from entering specific areas. Airports use this technology to prevent birds from landing or nesting on flight lines. The nets can also be strung on the sides of the flight line to keep the birds from flying over areas where they can be sucked into aircraft engines, which may cause catastrophic damage. Gardeners and farmers use this technology to prevent their plots and fields from being eaten or soiled by excrement.

  • "Angry Birds" Android Performance

    "Angry Birds," the popular strategy game that uses touchscreen technology to allow you to fling virtual decidedly unhappy fowl into buildings, is available from the Android Market and works on both low and high-end Android smartphones. Unfortunately, some Android users report performance problems with the game; the breadth of these reports cover everything from a minor annoyances to a total inability to run the game at all.

  • "Angry Birds Seasons" Cheats

    "Angry Birds Seasons" puts a holiday twist on the popular title, pitting the bitter birds against those evil green pigs in a variety of seasonal themes. The game's second theme, "Go Green, Get Lucky," pays tribute to St. Patrick's Day with clovers, pots of gold and leprechaun outfits decorating all stages. While there are no obvious cheats, knowing how to attack each level can help stop the pigs' Irish eyes from smiling.

  • Treasure Levels in "Angry Birds"

    In "Angry Birds" you can collect more than two dozen golden eggs that unlock bonus levels in the game. You can get these eggs by hitting them with birds in levels, finding them on the help menus or collecting three stars in each level of an episode. Some other eggs are hidden in treasure blocks in various levels in the game; you have to touch or destroy the treasure to get these eggs.

  • Tricks & Shortcuts for "Angry Birds"

    Although trial and error may seem like the best strategy for "Angry Birds," there are tricks and shortcuts that will improve the success of the fierce fowl on their paths of destruction. Knowing their attributes and hidden abilities will help you conquer even the most challenging levels. And because more points are awarded for efficient destruction, utilizing the birds' strengths to attack the weakest structural points of the levels will result in higher scores.

  • How to Beat 3-9 in "Angry Birds Halloween"

    In October 2010, Rovio released the first installment of its holiday-themed series of physics puzzle games called "Angry Birds Seasons." The first chapter, entitled "Trick or Treat," introduces 45 Halloween-themed levels featuring the iconic characters of the original "Angry Birds" series. To unlock the chapter's final bonus stage, players must complete the full Halloween level set with a three-star rating. Level 3 - 9 requires players to strategically collapse a wooden structure around its green pig inhabitants using a barrage of white and yellow birds.

  • What Are the Differences in "Angry Birds" for iPhone and Android?

    "Angry Birds" is a mobile video game developed by Rovio Mobile. The game tasks players with launching different colored birds at pigs and the structures the pigs have built in an attempt to destroy the pigs and find the birds' eggs. While the Android and iOS versions of the game are almost identical, there are a few differences that set them apart.

  • How to Beat 12 in Angry Birds Lite

    “Angry Birds Lite 3” is a video game developed for the iPhone OS. This colorful puzzle game challenges players to defeat an army of pigs by bombarding the swine with an arsenal of disgruntled birds. While the pigs will seek shelter under various types of shelters, players can use different types of birds to break through the blockades. For example, on level 12, four pigs will seek safety in an ice structure at the bottom of a valley. Players will need to use blue birds, which explode into smaller birds, to complete the level.

  • How to Beat Theme One in "Angry Birds"

    In "Angry Birds," the arcade puzzle game released in December 2009 across multiple platforms, you can complete more than 200 puzzles in which you must defeat green pigs that stole your birds' eggs. Each level is categorized into an episode, or a theme, and the first episode features the first 63 levels of the game. To beat the episode, you must complete the final level, which is level 3-21, using five white birds and two black birds.

  • Knitting a Felted Bird Shelter

    When you have a lot of birds in your yard, you may want to hang up a birdhouse so that the birds can have a safe shelter to build a nest in. Although you can hang a wooden bird house onto a tree, wooden bird houses are not suited for certain small songbirds, including swallows. One solution is to hang a nesting pocket birdhouse, which is softer and round in shape. You can knit your own nesting pocket birdhouse using basic craft supplies.

  • How to Beat "Angry Birds Halloween 10"

    "Angry Birds" is a massively popular app for the iDevices and Android smartphones. The original game became so popular that Rovio, the company that created the game, decided to release a second edition called "Angry Birds Seasons." One of the seasons included in this game is the Halloween season. There are three sections in this season, each with 15 levels. Because Angry Birds is a physics-based game, slight variations will occur each time you play. However, there are certain guidelines to follow that will help aid you in completing the levels.

  • How to Beat "Angry Birds IV" on the iPhone

    "Angry Birds" is one of the most well-known phone apps out there, primarily because of its addictive nature. The addiction comes from not always being able to beat stages or levels, though. There is no one particular way to beat "Angry Birds IV" on the iPhone. Different people will beat it in different ways. The key to success is knowing the capability of your birds and where to target them.

  • How to Beat Angry Birds Lite 4

    "Angry Birds" is an iPhone game where players have to slingshot a variety of very annoyed birds at pigs that have walled themselves inside fortresses. The goal is to break through the fortress and destroy the pigs. There are several different ways to go about this, and "Angry Birds Lite 4" provides for many successful strategies, just like previous versions.

  • How to Beat Level 3:10 on "Angry Birds"

    "Angry Birds" is one of those games that is easy to learn but difficult to master. After the first two worlds, levels begin to demand more finesse, and level 3:10 is no exception. Though the game gives you the tools you need, the method for progressing through this level is less than obvious.

  • How to Beat "Angry Birds Seasons" 1-14

    Released as a standalone expansion to the popular arcade game, "Angry Birds Seasons" features new puzzles themed with different holidays throughout the year, such as Halloween and Christmas. Just like the original game, you must launch antagonized birds toward fortresses inside of which burglarious pigs hide. To defeat the pigs in Level 1-14, you must use three black bomber birds to take down their stone fortress.

  • How to Do the Third Level in Angry Birds

    In Rovio's physics puzzle game "Angry Birds," players join the eponymous band of birds in their war against the green pigs, using a slingshot to launch the birds and topple enemy structures. Defeating the pigs in each level allows players to unlock additional levels and chapters in the game. The third level illustrates the importance of strategy and well-placed attacks, as efficient players can complete the stage in a single turn and earn the highest possible score for the level.

  • How to Beat "Angry Birds Lite" 1-7

    "Angry Birds Lite" features the same game play as the original, but with simpler levels. This doesn't mean "Lite" is easier than the original "Angry Birds," though. To compensate for the simplicity of the levels, the developers gave the players a more limited supply of birds. Players hurl these birds at green pigs who defend themselves by hiding in bunkers and castles. On level 1-7, the player must eradicate four pigs with only two yellow birds in his arsenal.

  • How to Use a Bird Harness

    Placing a bird harness over your pet will allow it to fly. In fact, bird-supply outlet Parrot University states that flying improves the intelligence, visual acuity and health of parrots. Flying is "fundamental to every component of a parrot's mind and body," they say. But the bird harness isn't only designed for parrots; other birds can use it and you can be more confident that your animal won't fly away. Getting your bird adjusted to the harness can be challenging.

  • "Angry Birds" Cheats for the iPhone

    A collection of cheats for "Angry Birds" for the Apple iPhone will help you unlock more levels and more worlds, without necessarily needing to play through the game. You can also purchase additional characters for "Angry Birds" that will help you breeze through challenging levels. While cheats don't exist that will render you invincible, those that do exist will give you an advantage on your quest to recapture your precious eggs.

  • How to Carve Birds

    When it comes to carving birds, you want to make sure that your art is as realistic as possible. Visit a museum to get a better idea of the bird you want to carve. Another option available to you is netting birds and releasing them back to the wild. A carving project can take up to several days to complete, especially if it is your first time. Take time to consider the size and type of wood you want to use for each project before you begin.

  • How to Beat "Angry Birds Halloween" 2-12

    In the "Angry Birds" series of games, players are tasked with using a slingshot to propel birds into various structures to destroy the pigs holed up around and underneath the structures. In the Halloween version of the game, board 2-12 features a large tower with two small pigs at the top and two large pigs hidden at the very bottom. To beat this level you must take out the base of the tower to take out all the pigs.

  • How to Beat "Angry Birds" Halloween 3-7

    After the success of puzzle video game "Angry Birds," the company that created it released an additional game called "Angry Birds: Seasons" in 2011, which featured additional levels themed in different holidays. Just as with the original game, you can complete hundreds of puzzles in each level. Level three through seven of the Halloween episode gives you three yellow birds to complete your task, but you only need the first one to beat the level.

  • How to Beat 4-12 on "Angry Birds"

    In "Angry Birds," a 2010 arcade puzzle game by Rovio Mobile, you can complete over 200 levels throughout the game, each of which focuses on defeating pigs who try to hide in large, extravagant forts. In level 4-12 of the game, six pigs hide in an entirely wooden fort, constructed of regular wooden platforms and wooden squares. You must beat the level using three yellow birds and one red bird.

  • How to Beat 1-6 in "Angry Birds Halloween"

    "Angry Birds" is a puzzle game that casts the player as a flock of enraged fowl. The goal in each level is to kill every pig on the stage. The player does this by flinging birds at them using an oversized slingshot. The "Halloween" addition features the same gameplay with some ghoulish accents, such as jack-o'-lanterns and disembodied spirits. Level 1-6 pits the player against five pigs, and he receives four yellow birds to kill them with. By using the right strategy, he can finish them off with only two.

  • How to Beat "Angry Birds" on the iPad 4.2

    "Angry Birds" is a game developed by Clickgamer that can be purchased to play on the iPad. The game requires you to work your way through the various levels by firing a number of different birds to kill all the pigs on the level. To get to the pigs, you will have to destroy the different obstacles that are in the way. There are more than 100 different levels for you to work your way through.

  • How to Beat Angry Birds Halloween 3-1

    "Angry Birds" has multiple seasonal spin-offs, such as Valentine's and Halloween. These spin-offs utilize the same gameplay as the main series, but add motifs specific to the holiday. In the "Angry Birds Halloween" series, players still launch birds at green pigs, aiming to kill the whole herd on each level. The main additions include Jack-o-lanterns and spooky background reminiscent of Transylvania and werewolf movies. In stage 3-1, the player must divide his attention between two levels of pigs, and utilize the special toucan boomerang birds to get those on the lower levels.

  • How to Beat 3-11 in "Angry Birds Halloween"

    "Angry Birds" challenges the player to kill a herd of swine; the pigs have fortified themselves in castles, homes and barracks, and in order to kill them, the player must demolish their homes. The player's tools include a flock of birds and an enormous slingshot. By firing these birds at the pigs, the player can pick them off. Each type of bird has its own special abilities. The Halloween edition features the same game play as the original, though with slightly different environments. The player has five birds at his disposal in level 3-11, though he only needs to use…

  • What Does "Angry Birds" Use SMS For?

    When you install Angry Birds on your smartphone from the iTunes App Store or Android Market, the application will ask for permission to access certain parts or capabilities of your phone. In the release of Angry Birds version 1.5.1, the app mistakenly requested access to your SMS (short message service), which many people call text service.

  • Rainforest Bird Activities

    Inspire children to learn about exotic rainforest birds such as the great hornbill, harpy eagle, green parrot and lorikeet by hosting activities featuring these colorful Amazon birds. Activities can include anything that keeps the kids busy such as craft projects, physical exercises, lessons and games. Choose age-appropriate activities that appeal to the children.

  • The Trick to Beating "Angry Birds Lite"

    "Angry Birds" is a physics-based game where you sling different kinds of birds at evil green pigs who have stolen from you. A sample of the full game, called "Angry Birds Lite" is available for mobile devices. You can download this free mini-version of the full game to get a taste of what it's like to destroy those pigs.

  • How to Cut Birds Eye Maple for Veneer

    Birds eye maple is tight-grained and dense. It is characterized by small circular swirls scattered throughout the amber-colored grain that resemble small eyes. It is expensive. To make it more affordable, it is sliced into thin sheets or pieces called veneer. It is then laminated to the surface of less-costly lumber or plywood to produce what appears to be solid birds eye maple. It's a technique you can do at home if you have a band saw.

  • How to Beat 'Angry Birds Ice'

    While playing “Angry Birds,” you face a series of various obstacles to overcome to collapse different levels and squash the evil pigs that stole your offspring. While most substances, like the wood that makes up the bulk of most levels, can be destroyed with any bird, the ice you’ll find peppered throughout later levels will prove a match for less powerful allies. You’ll need to use each bird’s strengths to your advantage to take out the ice and beat the levels.

  • About Parakeet Birds

    One of the most popular pet birds, parakeets, also known as budgerigars or "budgies," originally come from Australia, Asia, New Zealand, and South America. They are intelligent and affectionate and can even be taught to "speak" to some extent. Parakeets make good pets for both children and beginner bird keepers.

  • The Secret to Winning Angry Birds

    In "Angry Birds" for PC and mobile devices, you control a flock of birds with different powers. The game itself, which features hundreds of levels across different episodes and game versions, primarily sees you trying to defeat evil green pigs. However, the key to beating these pigs -- especially in harder levels -- consists of using the birds correctly, trying to score as many points as possible and exploiting the weak points in each level.

  • How to Recover Scores in "Angry Birds"

    "Angry Birds" is a puzzle game released for multiple platforms in late 2009. In 2011, Rovio Mobile released version 1.6.0, which affected the iOS version with a loading bug that deleted the scores and other data from players' devices. You can recover your "Angry Birds" scores if you have an iOS backup from which you can restore. This requires your USB cable and iTunes.

  • Why Do Birds Double Clutch?

    Female birds double clutch as a response to the removal of either their eggs or their recently hatched chicks. This practice is fairly common among waterfowl and parrot breeders. Wild birds double clutch to ensure the survival of their species, particularly after predators have eaten eggs or newly hatched chicks. Double clutching is stressful to the hen because the process puts a strain on her system and owners of female birds in captivity should not force them to lay a second clutch of eggs, one year after the other.

  • How to Maximize Level Scores on "Angry Birds"

    In “Angry Birds,” you can maximize your level scores to gain access to more Golden Egg levels. The Golden Egg levels offer various awards including bonus levels. When you complete a level on the game, your game play is rated with one to three stars. The higher your points total during the game, the higher your rating. A high rating often translates into a higher level score.

  • How to Beat "Angry Birds" Halloween 2-7

    "Angry Birds" is a puzzle game that challenges the player to kill of a legion of pigs by hurling enraged avians at them. The Halloween edition is a seasonal expansion to the main game, featuring ghoulish motifs such as jack-o-lanterns and ghosts. In level 2-7, the player has a blue bird, yellow bird and black bird -- each with its own special abilities. In order to kill all eight swine, the player must focus his attack on the upper floors.

  • Angry Birds Hogs and Kisses Cheats

    In "Angry Birds Seasons," the foul-tempered, feathered stars of the popular iPhone and mobile device video game battle their pig tormentors in various holiday-themed levels. The Hogs and Kisses levels feature a Valentine's Day motif, including a pink color scheme, heart-shaped designs, boxed chocolates and Cupid wings. Knowing some shortcuts and cheats can help you treat those pesky pigs to a special Valentine's Day massacre. 

  • Bird Problems With Bahia Sod

    Bahia grass is a warm season grass found growing in the Southeastern United States. It was introduced from Brazil in 1914 as a species for use in sandy soils. The lawn produced is low maintenance and has few pests or problems. If you have a problem with bird populations camping out on your Bahia sod, it may have an insect infestation. Although the plant is relatively resistant, mole crickets are a serious threat to the sod.

  • How to Master 3-21 on "Angry Birds"

    Since "Angry Birds" has gained popularity, certain levels of game-play have been a thorn in the side of many players. Level 3-21 of the Poached Eggs stage is one such level. Completing this level is only half the challenge, though, as the more points acquired until completion results in a one-star, two-star or three-star rating. Mastering level 3-21 on "Angry Birds" goes beyond just completing it to achieve a three-star rating.

  • How to Register for Rio Trip in "Angry Birds"

    In conjunction with the release of “Angry Birds: Rio,” the developer of the game announced a contest to win a trip to Rio. Entries for the game are available through the original “Angry Birds” application. In addition to potentially winning a free trip, registrants for the contest can win access to bonus levels. The bonus levels are available as an update once the entry form is complete.

  • "Angry Birds" Powers List

    "Angry Birds" is a game for PC and mobile devices where you use a flock of birds to attack a horde of evil green pigs that have stolen eggs from you. You start the game with an average-looking red bird, but as you progress through the stages and episodes, you gain access to new birds with powers that are useful in different situations and against different block types.

  • Angry Bird iPhone Levels

    Angry Birds is available for purchase in the App Store of your iPhone. Once you own the game, you have to start playing from the first level and move forward. After each level has been unlocked and successfully completed, you can jump around to levels out of sequence. When an update with new levels is available, the App Store will alert you on your home screen.

  • Strategy for "Angry Bird Seasons: Halloween"

    'Angry Birds: Halloween" is an additional series of levels for the popular "Angry Birds" cellphone/iPad game. All levels are Halloween-themed and the difficulty increases as you progress through the levels.

  • How to Beat Level 5-1 in "Angry Birds"

    "Angry Birds" is a game divided into multiple worlds, each of which has at least 15 levels, where the goal is to destroy pigs with a variety of birds. Level 5-1 is part of the Mighty Hoax world. The level only offers three birds, all of which are white birds that drop eggs; the eggs serve as bombs, exploding on contact and doing a great deal of damage to the structure they land on.

  • How to Crack IV-2 Level in "Angry Birds"

    "Angry Birds," a game where you slingshot birds into ever-more-complex structures to gain points and kill pigs, is split into chapters, with each chapter containing a fixed number of levels. Level 4-2 is the second level in chapter 4, and involves launching two blue birds and one yellow bird at a structure between two towers containing eight pigs, including a giant mustachio pig and a pig with a hardhat. It is difficult to kill all eight pigs with only three birds, but you can crack this level and earn three stars with a bit of practice.

  • Secrets to Beating Levels on "Angry Birds"

    In the game "Angry Birds," you use a slingshot to fling birds at evil green pigs that take refuge in a variety of protective structures. Killing all the pigs, either through direct hits or collapsing debris, allows you to advance to the next level. Regardless of the game version, smart "Angry Birds" players utilize a few secrets to beat even the most challenging levels.

  • How to Catch the Three Birds in "Pearl"

    In the "Pokemon" universe, three Pokemon have always been known as the three legendary birds: Articuno, Zapdos and Moltres. "Pokemon Pearl" was the first game in the series which did not naturally feature these Pokemon. However, if you have a Pokemon game for the Game Boy Advance, such as "Ruby," "Sapphire" or "LeafGreen," you can migrate them into your copy of "Pearl." After this, you can catch them in the PAL Park.

  • How to Enter the Contest on "Angry Birds: Rio"

    In Rovio's “Angry Birds: Rio” mobile game, you can enter contests for various prizes including trips. Contests are entered through the game app and often include a challenge for players to beat in order to enter. In addition to possibly wining a prize, a contest may also include bonus levels of the game to download. Contest entry for the “Angry Birds” Rio” game may vary slightly depending on the company's latest campaign.

  • Angry Birds Explained

    "Angry Birds" is a video game commonly associated with mobile devices such as the iPhone. It can also be played on PCs with a downloadable application or online. Though simple in approach, the attraction to "Angry Birds" is its addictive quality; you can play the game in short spurts or for lengthy periods of time and don't need any prior video game experience.

  • HD Halloween Cheats for Angry Birds

    In the Halloween segment of "Angry Birds Seasons," formerly the standalone game "Angry Birds Halloween HD" for the iPad, you try to help a group of birds get revenge on the evil green pigs that stole their eggs. You use a slingshot to fire the birds into a variety of protective structures to smash the pigs, with all the action taking place in front of an autumn-hued background of bare trees, scary Jack-o'-lanterns and other Halloween staples. There are no actual cheats for the game, but knowing a few tricks can allow you to enjoy the treat of beating those…

  • "Angry Birds" Specifications

    If you have played the "Angry Birds" game on your friend’s system and now want to download and play the game on your own computer, you will want to make sure your system meets the minimum requirements, as specified by Rovio, the game’s developer. You can download a free demo version of "Angry Birds" to your PC to make sure it will work before you pay for and download the full version.

  • How to Input a Code for "Angry Birds: Rio"

    During the broadcast of the Super Bowl in February 2011, a commercial for the then-upcoming movie "Rio" hinted at a way for players of the video game "Angry Birds" to uncover the secret code that would unlock a trailer for the "Angry Birds: Rio" game. It turned out that "code" wasn't the best term to describe the secret; instead of actually entering a code, gamers had to play one level a certain way. You can't enter a code in "Angry Birds" per se, but you can uncover the secret easily.

  • Birds in Hawaii

    Hawaii is the 50th state of the United States of America, having joined in 1959. Hawaii consists of a chain of islands that were formed from underwater volcanoes. Hawaii has a tropical climate that is cooled by various winds of the Pacific Ocean, making it an ideal environment for a variety of wildlife, including birds.

  • How to Launch the Rocket Ship in "Angry Birds"

    Angry Birds is a popular smartphone-based application that has been downloaded more than 200 million times, according to game developer Rovio. In the game, you can unlock additional secret levels by obtaining golden eggs throughout the game. One of these golden eggs can be found in level 5-19. Though you cannot actually launch the rocket ship in the level, you can obtain the golden egg located above it and unlock the corresponding secret level.

  • How to Tap the Screen in "Angry Birds"

    If the idea of using a slingshot to hurl angry birds towards structures shielding green pigs sounds like something you’d enjoy, you’ll probably enjoy “Angry Birds.” Rovio’s “Angry Birds” is a physics-based game for devices with touch-sensitive displays, such as mobile phones and tablet computers. The birds are mad at their enemies the pigs, and you help them by launching the birds at the pigs’ buildings to knock them down and kill them. Tap the screen in "Angry Birds" to control how the birds fly and to pause and resume gameplay.

  • Preschool Lessons on Birds

    Encourage preschool students to embrace their feathered friends by featuring lessons about birds. Lessons can include all sorts of activities in addition to discussions. Choose activities that help children ages 2 to 4 grasp the role birds play in nature along with information about their habitat, diet and behaviors.

  • What if "Angry Birds" Freezes on Android?

    The Android version of the popular mobile game “Angry Birds” may periodically freeze during play on your phone. Freezing is the result of a variety of factors, including an outdated operating system. The developers of the game have released updates offering patches to address issues that might cause the game to freeze.

  • How to Catch a Bird That Came Down the Fireplace

    Sparrows, starlings, doves and pigeons commonly nest for the season or roost overnight in or near residential chimneys. Occasionally a wild bird may come down the chimney and enter your home accidentally via the fireplace. Fortunately the creature has no intention or desire to remain confined within your home, and fervently wishes to leave. Your job is to assist the bird by showing it the way back outside. If that isn’t possible, you may need to catch the creature to release it outdoors.

  • How to Transfer "Angry Birds" Scores to the iPad

    The Chillingo iOS game "Angry Birds" is available for all the current Apple platforms as of the date of publication, including the iPad, iPhone and iPod Touch. It uses Apple's "Game Center" social networking platform to record any scores or achievements you make while progressing through the game. By signing into the same "Game Center" account on different devices, you can transfer your progress and scores in "Angry Games" to your current device.

  • What Platforms Can "Angry Birds" Be Played On?

    Since its original release in December 2009, the "Angry Birds" game has been ported to most other computer and phone platforms, including Android-based phones and tablets, Nokia, the iPhone and iPad, Palm, Symbian and the Barnes and Noble Nook Color e-reader. Angry Birds can be played on Mac and PC computers, as well as in browsers that support HTML5. The two most popular platforms for playing Angry Birds are Apple and Android.

  • How to Move to the Next World in "Angry Birds"

    "Angry Birds" is a game available for many smartphone devices. The game is comprised of several worlds, each of which is divided into multiple levels. Before you can advance from one level to the next, you must complete the current level. The first world must be completed before the second one is unlocked, and so on. When a world is locked, its levels have a gray lock on them until you have accessed them by winning the previous world.

  • How to Restore "Angry Birds" to an IPad

    When you purchase or download software from the iTunes App Store onto your iPad, the game or application is associated with your iTunes account rather than a specific piece of hardware. Therefore, you can restore any previously purchased App Store content -- such as Chillingo's "Angry Birds" game -- onto your iPad for free, as iTunes will automatically recognize that it has already been paid for. This also means you can purchase an app on one device, and download it onto any other devices that are registered to the same iTunes account.

  • How to Defeat 4-21 on "Angry Birds"

    In the smartphone game "Angry Birds," level 4-21 features seven pigs of various sizes hiding behind one large tower and four smaller walls. Your objective is to fling up to six birds at the pigs and the structures, trying to do enough damage to destroy all the pigs. While you may consider sending your birds over the tower at a sharp angle, a slightly better strategy will have you beat the level by attacking the tower head-on.

  • Techniques for Angry Birds

    The objective for "Angry Birds" is that you have to launch a series of birds from a slingshot to topple structures that green pigs are hiding under and around. You must destroy all the pigs to advance a level, and the more destructive your birds are the more points you accumulate. Successful techniques for "Angry Birds" include understanding each bird’s unique ability, proper aim and a methodical approach to toppling the structures.

  • How to Replay Passed Levels on "Angry Birds"

    The strategy game Angry Birds is available on various mobile and desktop platforms. It consists of themed stages made up of multiple levels, and you must pass to complete each level to finish a stage. If you pass a level but want to try to get a higher score or collect a bonus item featured in the level, you can replay the level until you get the desired score or item. You may also replay an entire stage if you want.

  • The Requirements for "Angry Birds" for the PC

    "Angry Birds" started as an iPhone game; as its popularity has grown, it's spread to other platforms and devices. The PC version of "Angry Birds" allows you to play the game using the mouse rather than a touch screen. Before you download "Angry Birds," check your computer's specifications against the game's system requirements to ensure that your PC is capable of running the program.

  • How to Catch a Bird in Your Basement

    Birds can sometimes fly into your house accidentally. You can usually simply open a window and let a bird fly out, but if the bird gets trapped in a basement this may not be an option and you'll have to catch the bird. There are two easy methods to catching a bird, one using a cage and the other using a net. Both require a certain amount of patience, but they will allow you to humanely remove the bird without having to call pest control.

  • Keys to Beating "Angry Birds"

    "Angry Birds" features a collection of colorful birds battling an evil army of pigs in hopes of getting their eggs back. ABC News recently interviewed Suraj Patel, a tech entrepreneur who has beaten the entire game and now offers tips and strategies on how to do it yourself. The more techniques you know regarding "Angry Birds" the better your odds of beating the game.

  • How to Retrieve Levels in "Angry Birds"

    Angry Birds is a mobile game developed by Rovio Mobile and originally released on Apple iOS in 2009. According to a 2010 New York Times report, players across the globe had spent a cumulative 200 million minutes playing the game each day. It is now available on several mobile platforms, as well as on Google Chrome through a browser-based version of the game. Standard progression through Angry Birds consists of playing levels to unlock new ones; however, there are some tricks that can be performed to unlock new levels faster.

  • How to Track Birds With Harmonic Diodes

    Traditionally, radio telemetry has been used for tracking bird movements, but due to the size of the tags, such technology is not practical in tracking smaller bird species. Tags that rely on harmonic diode technology are better-suited to tracking small bird species. Harmonic diodes work by only transmitting a signal when they are pinged, meaning that the device does not have to be in constant operation. This saves on battery life and allows for a smaller tracking device. Harmonic diodes work best in open areas where they have a range of about 1,500 feet. In heavily forested areas, their range…

  • How to Install "Angry Birds" Directly to Rooted Nook Color

    A "rooted" Nook Color has unlimited access to the Android Market, which is the store for purchasing Android applications such as the "Angry Birds" game. The game is centered around launching birds at blocks to try and knock them over. Angry Birds is available in free and paid versions. The free version is supported by ads. The paid version is ad-free. You need a Google account to download applications from the Android Market.

  • How to Hit a Flying Bird in "Angry Birds"

    "Angry Birds" is a casual game by Rovio that focuses on a group of very angry birds attempting to retrieve the eggs that were stolen from them. Some versions of the game feature a number of achievements that can be earned by players. One of these achievements is the "Wilhelm Tell" achievement, requiring you to hit one of your birds in flight with another bird before either of the birds touch the ground or any other solid object.

  • How to Catch a Bird in Your Backyard

    Birds are flighty creatures, and will take off the second you approach them in the wild. Close encounters with free birds require you to stand still and make minimal movements, so as to not scare the bird away. If your goal is to eventually catch a bird in your backyard, you will have to set up the yard to make it appealing to birds. Getting birds to hang out in your backyard increases your chances of being able to catch one.

  • How to Win 5-20 on "Angry Birds" for Mac

    Angry Birds is a strategy game available on Windows, Mac, Android and iOS. To play, you load an angry bird into a giant slingshot and fire it at a complex series of lumber, ice and stone with the goal of killing the green pigs inside. Level 5-20 on Mac is the same as the level on any other device or computer, and involves launching four blue birds at a structure composed almost entirely of stone. This level is very difficult, but doable when you know the trick to winning.

  • How to Solve 3-10 in "Angry Birds"

    "Angry Birds" is a popular game from developer Rovio that is available on a number of different platforms. The object of the game is to launch a variety of different birds, via a slingshot, into structures in which pigs, the enemies of the birds, are hiding. The impact of the birds destroys the structures, and the pigs hiding within. In level 3-10 you have several different birds at your disposal, though not all of them will be required to pass the level.

  • How to Raise Heritage Meat Birds

    Heritage breed chickens are rarely used for modern commercial meat production due to their slow growth and single breast. However, they are growing more popular with gourmet foodies and self sufficient homesteaders. The Cornish cross breed dominates the poultry market today. A heritage breed chicken offers many advantages over the Cornish cross, including firm meat texture, complex flavor, more dark meat, disease resistance and the ability to reproduce naturally. Raising heritage birds for meat is a simple task with a delicious reward at the end.

  • What Are the Powers of the Different Angry Birds?

    "Angry Birds" is a video game that focuses on a collection of different birds -- grouped by distinct color -- who engage in battle against pigs who have stolen their eggs. The birds use a slingshot to project themselves at the pigs, who have constructed barriers made of glass, metal and wood around themselves. Knowing the powers of each angry bird will help you defeat the egg-stealing pigs.

  • Cheats for Rovio's "Angry Birds" in HD

    Developed by the Finnish company Rovio, "Angry Birds" is a strategy video game designed for the iPhone, the iPad and other mobile devices. The game features a group of angry birds determined to seek revenge on the evil green pigs that stole their eggs. Players use a slingshot to launch birds at the pigs' various protective structures in an attempt to topple the buildings and destroy the pigs, with the game employing a physics engine to determine the damage each bird inflicts. "Angry Birds HD," an exclusive iPad version, contains a few cheats to enhance gameplay.

  • Is It OK to Cover Birds at Night?

    Covering a pet bird's cage overnight while it sleeps is a safe practice with several potential benefits for the bird's health. Though cage covers are not a necessity for bird ownership, they help shelter birds from outside stimuli that can keep them awake. Lack of sleep can have detrimental effects not just on a bird's health, but also on its happiness and behavior.

  • How to Fix Your "Angry Birds" From Lagging

    "Angry Birds" is a game originally developed for Apple's iOS by Rovio Mobile. It is also available for a variety of other platforms, including Android, Palm, Symbian^3, N900 and others. The object of the game is to destroy all the pigs in each level. Players use a slingshot to launch birds at said pigs and the structures protecting them. You can purchase the game online or through your phone's application store. If you're experiencing lag in the game, there are a few steps you can take to resolve the problem.

  • Can I Play "Angry Birds" on a Motorola Citrus?

    "Angry Birds" is a popular game you can play on the computer, iOS or Android device, including tablets and phones such as the Motorola Citrus. The game combines logic, skill and sometimes luck to destroy targets with a variety of birds, each which has its own special skill. This addictive game has spawned an entire line of merchandise because of its success.

  • How to Deploy the Mighty Eagle on "Angry Birds" for the iPhone

    If you're stuck on a particularly tricky level of "Angry Birds," there's an easy way out -- but it'll cost you. The Mighty Eagle is an in-app purchase that, once bought, allows players to crush all the foes in a level in a single swoop. The first time you tap the "Eagle Eye" icon, you are prompted to log in to your iTunes account and purchase the Mighty Eagle; after you complete the purchase, it can be deployed as many times as you like.

  • Facts About Greek Stymphalian Birds

    The Stymphalian Birds are monsters from the myths of ancient Greece, and appear in both the story of Hercules' labors and in the tale of Jason and the Argonauts. Facts about these creatures are sometimes subject to debate since a number of different accounts concerning the Stymphalian Birds exist. In some stories for example, the creatures are actual birds but possess brass wings, while in others they're women with bird feet.

  • The Rules for "Angry Birds"

    The rules for the three "Angry Birds" games serve its simple goals: destroy enemies before running out of birds. Those objectives are difficult, however. The settings and enemies for the three "Angry Birds" games -- "Angry Birds," "Angry Birds Seasons" and "Angry Birds Rio" -- are slightly different, but the gameplay and methods are the same.

  • Anatomy of Broiler Birds

    The anatomy of broiler birds is complex. Birds have many anatomical features that are different from mammals. For example, birds posses a special gland above the eye, which has ducts to drain to the nose and birds do not have a bladder. Broiler birds such as chickens and turkeys possess avian anatomical features. Their muscles are gray-white and tender for eating and the hen's reproductive system produces eggs that humans can eat.

  • How to Do Bird Illustrations in Illustrator

    You can draw bird illustrations in Illustrator by drawing one of the program's predefined shapes, then modifying that shape with its Paintbrush and Direct selection tools. The key to drawing a shape that looks like a bird, yet is easy to draw, is simplifying the shape that the bird makes when you see it from its side.

  • Birds That Prey on Tarantulas

    Tarantulas are large spiders found in tropical and desert environments throughout the world. Some tarantulas are large enough to eat small birds and their hatchlings. However, some carnivorous and omnivorous bird species prey on tarantulas. Spider-eating birds rely on distinct hunting techniques, quick reflexes and their larger size in order to subdue tarantulas.

  • What to Use to Scare Birds

    Many people are choosing to grow their own fruits and vegetables in their gardens. But garden pests can wreak havoc on our hard work. If not taken care of early on, birds can eat our newly planted seeds, fruits and berries long before we have chance to enjoy them. There are several methods you can use to keep the birds out of your garden.

  • Birds That Migrate the Longest Distance

    Migration is a survival instict that appears to be triggered by a combination of day length and hormonal changes. Most migrating birds make two trips per year -- one to their summer habitat and one to their winter habitat -- but few birds make the extensive journey that three record-holding seabirds make. The arctic tern, the sooty shearwater and the bar-tailed godwit are three of the most notable migrants, which travel over thousands of miles of ocean to reach their ancestral homes.

  • What Special Adaptations Do Birds & Butterflies Have?

    Like all animals, birds and butterflies have developed evolutionary adaptations that allow them to survive in the environments in which they live. Both types of animal may be very different, but they have a few things in common --- for example, both fly, and also thrive in a wide range of habitats, from rainforests to mountains. The special adaptations found in birds and butterflies serve a range of purposes.

  • What Is the Environment for the Nightingale Bird?

    Commonly mistaken for a female robin, the male Nightingale is known for its melodic night song and has only been reportedly seen twice in the United States, as of the time of publication. Native to Europe and Asia, the Nightingale makes its home among dense forests and migrates to the warmer climates of West Africa during the winter months. While Nightingales are also native to North America, they only inhabit the areas of southern Mexico and Central America.

  • How to Authenticate a Player in "Angry Birds"

    Rovio is the creator of the game "Angry Birds." "Angry Birds," "Angry Birds Seasons" and "Angry Birds Rio" all allow players to broadcast their scores and achievements to other players worldwide. If you have the "Angry Birds" game and you would like to make your stats public, you must first authenticate a user name. Once you authenticate your name, you can automatically have your scores and achievements published for other players to see and compete against.

  • How Do I Shrink the View for "Angry Birds" on the iMac?

    "Angry Birds" is a popular game application produced by Rovio Mobile. It is supported by mobile phones and the Mac OS X and Windows operating systems. Versions of "Angry Birds" for Mac play in Full Screen mode, which makes it harder for users to shrink the view of the game quickly. You can shrink or minimize the view by using quick shortcut keys. There are different ways of minimizing the view of the game or completely shrinking it so it no longer displays on your computer screen. This comes handy when you wish to hide the application.

  • How to Open 5-13 on "Angry Birds"

    In "Angry Birds" you attempt to destroy pigs, flinging birds through the air with a slingshot. The multiple-level game has been very well received by critics. The difficulty increases as you progress through the game, and in order to unlock each level, you have to complete the level before it with a sufficiently high score. This means to unlock harder levels such as 5-13, you must first complete 5-12.

  • How to Win 4-2 Free on "Angry Birds"

    The video game "Angry Birds" has become popular enough to launch several spin-off games including a free version called "Angry Birds Free." In the game, you launch birds from a slingshot in order to knock over structures and defeat enemies. Level 4-2 in "Angry Birds Free" is one of the most difficult levels in the franchise, and requires precise aim to complete.

  • How to Kill Pigs on "Angry Birds" for iPhone

    "Angry Birds" casts the player as a flock of irate fowl. Pigs have stolen their eggs, and in order to get their unhatched babies back, the birds must kill a whole herd of ham. The player accomplishes this by mounting the birds into a slingshot and hurling them at his adversaries. If the player hits a pig or causes its supports to fall out from under it, the pig will die. In order to proceed to the next level, the player must kill all the pigs present.

  • How to Advance in "Angry Birds"

    With over 200 million sales to date at the time of publication according to VideoGamer.com, the handheld video game phenomenon "Angry Birds" has taken the mobile gaming market by storm, outpacing all competitors and capturing the attention of hardcore gamers, new users and children alike. "Angry Birds" is very much a puzzle game made up of stages. Advancing from stage to stage is a matter of solving the puzzle.

  • How to Separate Into Three Birds on "Angry Birds"

    "Angry Birds" is a game of pig killing. The objective on each level is to slaughter all the pigs using an arsenal of outraged poultry. You game boasts several species of birds, each with its own set of special abilities. Some of these abilities activate when the player taps on the bird, as is the case with the Blue Bird. When the player taps it, the Blue Bird separates into three smaller birds. When timed properly, this gives the player the opportunity to hit multiple targets at once.

  • Birds in Aleut Culture

    The Aleutian Islands in Alaska is home to the Aleuts (Unangan) native people and a massive avian population. Aleutian natives have occupied the fertile Alaskan islands for more than 4000 years. The Aleutians, who derive their common name from Russian occupancy during the eighteenth century, are a seafaring tribe with deep respect and spiritual connection to the birds that also inhabit the Aleutian Islands.

  • What Is a Sewing Bird Clamp?

    A sewing bird clamp is a "third hand" invented to aid in sewing before the advent of the sewing machine. It was used in an era when hand-sewing catered to every stitching need, as in the tailoring, mending or fancy needlework of clothes, sheets, drapes and other household items. The cloth was clamped to a table for the convenience of the tailor. The early 18th- and 19th-century clamps that were once a novelty have now become treasured antique collections in museums, precious possessions of antique collectors, and prized treasures of needlework enthusiasts.

  • My Rain Bird Sprinkler Rotor Does Not Reverse

    Rain Bird is a major manufacturer of sprinkler heads, including a series of five models of rotating sprinklers. The company's line of rotating sprinklers ranges from the 12SA series, designed for small lawns, to the 52SA series for large surface areas. Rotating sprinklers rely on water pressure to move the nozzle up to 360 degrees before reversing direction and returning to the starting point in the sprinkler pattern. Sometimes, damage can cause a Rain Bird sprinkler to stop reversing. Understanding more about the causes of sprinkler head damage will help you diagnose and repair the problem.

  • How to Fix "Angry Birds" if It's Not Installing

    If an app fails to install, you need to update the iOS of your iPhone. Check what version of iOS the device is running, then update the operating system if necessary. If the device is running the most recent version of iOS, then it may need to be restored to factory setting in order to properly download applications.

  • How to Launch "Angry Birds Far West"

    "Angry Birds Far West" is a free online game at the Angry Birds Online website. Angry Birds Online offers a variety of free games for single and multiple players, including adventure, balancing, animal, drawing, dress up and educational games. In "Angry Birds Far West," players must ride to the far west to get revenge for the death of their best friend.

  • 5 Major Characteristics of Birds

    Some birds sing while others screech. Some run, while others fly. Some are diurnal and some are nocturnal. Some are as small as a quarter, while others are taller than a man. The list of differences goes on, but despite their diversity, all birds have a number of characteristics in common, which have caused scientists to group them together in the class Aves. These distinctions are important to remember when other common characteristics, such as flight, do not apply.

  • What Does a HCW Cockatoo Bird Breeder Band Do?

    Bird banding is a method of identification that is widely used in the companion bird industry. Bird breeders and sellers of domestic and wild birds are required to use bird bands as a form of identification. The band on a bird tells a great deal of information concerning the bird's origin and breeder. States such as New York require these bands to prevent the illegal importation of wild caught birds.

  • What Does a Red-Footed Booby Bird Eat?

    Red-footed boobies are a species of tropical seabird in the Sulidae family. As their colorful name suggests, red-footed boobies can be spotted by their red webbed feet, although the color of their feathers varies. They create their large stick nests in colonies near the sea and like to perch on coastal trees, and the ocean is the source of their food.

  • Five Resident Birds in Boulder, Colorado

    Boulder is home to thousands of species of birds, each of which plays an important role in the city's ecosystem. Many birds migrate to avoid extreme climates and seek food, but a resident bird is one that does not migrate. These birds remain in their natal homes for their entire lives. There are dozens of resident birds in Boulder, but five of the most well-known are the cardinal, blue jay, crow, canyon wren and great horned owl.

  • How to Maximize Points on "Angry Birds"

    "Angry Birds" is a very popular game released for the iPhone and iPad. The goal of the game is to destroy all of the pigs in a level using a variety of birds, each with its own special powers. The birds are launched using a slingshot-device; you use the touch screen to pull the bird back and launch. "Angry Birds" is very addictive because of the various ways you can complete a level, thanks to the game's realistic physics engine. When you maximize the amount of points you can get in a level, you will get a three-star rating for…

  • Facts About the Bird the Common Loon

    The common loon is a large water bird native to North America. It is a true water species, only coming onto dry land by mistake or to breed. The bird can sometimes mistake wet highways for lakes. The Cree Indian tribe of Canada hunt the loon for food and many North Americans used to hunt it for sport.

  • Can Birds Become Overly Tired?

    Birds can become overly tired through illness, excessive training and from not receiving sufficient sleep. Many bird species also travel considerable distances during migration. The American golden-plover covers a distance of 2,400-miles from Nova Scotia to South America, while the tiny ruby-throated hummingbird must cross the Gulf of Mexico during its migration. These journeys are exhausting, particularly if the birds encounter rough weather.

  • Birds That Screech at Night

    Most birds sing diurnally, resting at night. However, there are several species that sing nocturnally -- some of these birds are migratory and usually sing during the spring and summertime to find a mate. For some, these nocturnal birds can be a nuisance, as their nighttime screeching can interfere with a good night's sleep. Due to their migration patterns, some species of night-singing birds can be a seasonal spectacle, and an analysis of your location and time of year can help determine what type of bird you hear, without actually seeing the bird.

  • About Mynah Birds

    Mynahs are talkative birds, known for their social personalities and their ability to mimic human speech. Mynah birds are members of the starling family. In the wild, they live in the hollows of trees and scavenge for food. These birds have high intelligence and excellent learning ability.

  • How to Defeat 13-12 From "Angry Birds"

    Stage 13-12 is a level in the mobile game "Angry Birds." As with other levels in the game, you shoot bird types, in a predetermined order, from a slingshot at pig enemies. The level has three different birds with special abilities. The yellow bird speeds up and destroys wood, the white bird drops an explosive egg and the green bird acts as a boomerang. Each ability is activated by pressing the screen when you want to use the ability. The stage consists of a tall concrete structure in the middle of the stage covered by wood, as well as concrete…

  • A List of Small, Short-Tailed Birds

    Birds use their tail feathers - also known as retrices - as rudders during flight and for balance when they are on the ground or perched on a tree. Many small birds have short tails so their bodies won't become unbalanced. Also, tree-dwelling birds use their short, stiff tails to brace themselves against trees while perching.

  • How to Install "Angry Birds" on Your iPhone

    The "Angry Birds" franchise offers a number of game apps for the iPhone. As with other iPhone, iPod touch or iPad apps, you can purchase and install "Angry Birds" via the App Store. At the time of publication, the price of various Angry Bird iPhone apps range from free to 99 cents.

  • Do Bananas Harm Birds?

    In the wild, bananas provide one of the most common staples of an exotic bird's diet. Birds such as parrots and macaws use the bananas and the banana trees for shelter, nourishment, protection and roosting. Despite the best efforts of bird enthusiasts, bananas still have come under suspicion of being unhealthy, and even lethal, for birds to eat.

  • How to Catch a Bird Indoors

    Wild birds that enter a home or office would like nothing better than to get back outside. Being prey animals, they are flighty and panic in novel situations and at any sign of predation. Most birds tend to fly towards daylight and away from darkened areas. You can use these instincts to help you capture the bird and release it outdoors.

  • Great Blue Heron Birds and Their Inherited Traits

    Great blue herons are large birds found along coastlines and in marshes. They are the largest of the North American herons. Great blue herons are easily identifiable by their S-shaped necks and long legs. They migrate during the winter, and they tuck their heads into an S shape when flying. The great blue heron has unique inherited traits such as a deadly, sharp beak and beautiful blue plumage.

  • Condors as Birds of Prey

    Condors are vulture species and among the largest flying birds in the world. Only two species of condors exist: the California condor and Andean condor. Both birds live in the Western Hemisphere. California and Andean condors are carnivorous birds of prey. Rather than chase live prey, both condors are scavengers, meaning they almost exclusively eat dead animals, or carrion.

  • How to Do a Flapping Bird

    Fold a square piece of paper to create a flapping bird, similar to the origami peace crane, for a fun and rewarding activity. Create dozens of birds with friends to make a flock or work alone, and allow the folding process to calm your mind. Display the flapping bird throughout your house or give them as gifts to promote feelings of well-being. Origami is the Japanese word for "folding paper," although the meaning and origin of the flapping bird is unclear.

  • How to Be a Noname in "Fly Like a Bird 3"

    "Fly Like a Bird 3" is a flight simulation game in which you can take on the role of a bird and fly around a vast landscape, either alone or with other players over the Internet. Generally, you have to enter a name for your bird when playing the game in multi-player mode. However, if you would like your bird to be nameless, you can perform a simple task.

  • How to Scare Birds From a Backyard

    Birds that set up shop in your backyard can become bothersome. Their feathers and feces soil your property and can be a health hazard. Additionally, the bird's chirping may be disturbing, and the damage they do to your growing crops is costly. Most bird species are protected by federal and state laws, which dictate that killing and trapping them, without the required permit, is illegal. To get rid of pest birds, without harming them, use scare methods to repel them.

  • How to Score in "Angry Birds"

    "Angry Birds" is a puzzle game developed by Rovio Mobile and released in late 2009. In this game, the primary objective is to defeat pigs hiding in houses and score as many points as possible. Players earn points for destroying the building, defeating the pigs and accomplishing this in as few birds as possible. Each pig is worth 5,000 points and each leftover bird is worth 10,000 bonus points.

  • How to Launch Multiple Birds in "Angry Birds"

    The arcade puzzle game "Angry Birds" was released across multiple platforms by Rovio Mobile. In this game, the objective is to launch angry birds at various structures to defeat pigs that stole your unhatched eggs, and each bird has a different perk. The smaller blue birds break apart into three different birds, allowing you to hit three different points of a building at a time. Getting these birds requires unlocking them first.

  • Birds & Climate

    The abundance and movement of bird species are important indicators of climate change, and it is an alarming fact that one in eight bird species are at risk due to warming climates worldwide. Birds provide essential ecological services such as natural pest control, pollination and seed dispersal. The arrival of migratory birds to their customary breeding grounds, when disrupted, means that small predators who depend on the availability of their eggs and nestlings for food will themselves be endangered. In the United States, almost a third of bird species in the Great Lakes regions and eastern Midwest are in danger…

  • How to Unblock New "Angry Birds" Levels

    "Angry Birds" is a mobile game available on many devices and was released in 2010. It is a game that involves aiming birds at targets while using a sling shot, which can take a while to get used to. The difficulty of the game increases with each level, and there are different versions of the game, including "Angry Birds Rio." People have discovered different tricks that can be used to bypass different levels while playing"Angry Birds."

  • About Nightingale Birds

    The nightingale is one of the world's most celebrated sog birds. The bird inhabits much of Europe and Africa at various times of the year and is part of a group of 10 Luscinia birds in the area. Though its songs are bright and beautiful, the bird isn't as brightly colored as its relatives.

  • Birds of the Mojave Desert

    The Mojave Desert covers southeastern California, southern Nevada, the southwestern part of Utah and northwest Arizona. The Mohave is home to a wide variety of birds. The feeding habits of these desert birds are broken into four distinct groups. Herbivores are birds that eat vegetables, seeds and flowers. Insectivores eat nothing but insects. Omnivores eat vegetables and meat, and carnivores are birds of prey and eat nothing but meat, whether dead or alive.

  • How to Catch a Chompy Bird in "RuneScape"

    "RuneScape" players hunt Chompy Birds for food or sport. You must start the Big Chompy BIrd quest to catch your first one. After completing the quest, you can hunt Chompy Birds at will, using the same equipment and method. Cooked Chompy Birds can be eaten to restore life points. After 30 kills, you can wear a Chompy Bird Hat, which you obtain from Rantz the ogre.

  • How to Aim Perfectly on Angry Birds

    It's a simple concept: Round, cartoon birds take their anger out on a few gluttonous pigs. Make all the pigs disappear and you win that specific level of the game. The birds in Angry Birds are flung through the air with a slingshot and knock down barricades that the pigs are hiding under. Each level has different challenges and different birds at your disposal. Aiming in the game is the key to beating all the levels.

  • Gestation Periods for Birds

    An animal's gestation period is the length of time an embryo needs to fully develop. Birds have a simple form of reproduction, explains San Francisco State University. Unlike mammals, a bird's embryo growth occurs outside of the mother's womb. However, the egg membrane offers nourishment for the embryo during its development.

  • Parakeet Bird Behavior

    Parakeets are arboreal birds -- tree-dwelling birds -- who live in subtropical and tropical rainforests throughout South America and Southeast Asia. Some physical characteristics of these birds are highly colorful plumage, curved beaks and zygodactyl feet; zygodactyl feet are when two claws face forward and the other two claws face backwards. Parakeets also have the ability to adapt to different locations aside from their native habitats.

  • How to Deal With Nuisance Birds

    The sound of chirping birds can be calming white noise for your garden, but sometimes our feathered friends can overstay their welcome. While yards and gardens commonly contain a bird feeder to attract beautiful blue jays and fascinating hummingbirds, they also attract birds that are more pest than pet. There are simple tricks you can use to get rid of these birds, whether you're dealing with a hawk gobbling up your winged pals or pigeons roosting and pooping on your porch.

  • How to Fly an AH-6 Little Bird

    The AH-6 Little Bird is a light attack helicopter used by the U.S. Army's 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment. Based on the Hughes MD500 and MD530 civilian air frames, this two-seater is a small, agile craft that can land on rooftops or in other small areas. Advanced avionics and a formidable array of weapons and countermeasures options including miniguns, anti-tank missiles and rocket launchers, make the Little Bird a versatile and deadly addition to the our military arsenal. Flying a helicopter requires skill and training. Flying a military attack helicopter requires even more skill and training, but the basic principles…

  • How to Click on Things in "Angry Birds" on a Mac

    The video game "Angry Birds" started out on the iOS platform for iPhone and iPod Touch devices, so it was designed with a touch-screen interface in mind. When the application became available for the Mac, the touch-screen interface had to be modified. Mac users who are used to clicking on the screen with the mouse may be surprised to find that the mouse cursor may not respond the way they expect it to. Once they start playing, though, they will see that the basic controls for "Angry Birds" are fairly simple to learn.

  • How to Download "Angry Birds" on the Sylvania Tablet

    "Angry Birds" is a game created by Rovio that is available for download on various electronic devices such as smartphones, certain MP3 devices and tablet computers. In the game, you play as the angry birds themselves, who are trying to retrieve the eggs that were stolen by neighboring pigs. One way that just about anyone can access the Angry Birds game, including owners of a Sylvania tablet, is through Amazon Apps.

  • Birds Found in Kalimantan

    Kalimantan refers to the Indonesian portion of the island of Borneo. There are a wide range of birds found in Kalimantan from the Bornean bristlehead to the changeable hawk-eagle. The best time to spot birds is during the dry season. You can book a bird-watching tour through companies such as VIT Tours.

  • How to Call Swallow Birds

    If you live close to fields, swamplands or any area with a natural water supply and an abundance of flying space, you may have swallows nearby. Swallows, which inhabit most of North America, have colors ranging from dull brown to iridescent blues with white bellies. Flying insects make up the majority of their diets. The fast-flying, acrobatic songbirds are fun to watch and can be of benefit by eating pesky insects. You can call swallows by recording bird calls or mimicking them with an Audubon bird call.

  • The Hidden Levels in "Angry Birds"

    "Angry Birds" has reigned as one of the most popular iPhone apps into 2011, and continues to entertain fans with new levels released for every major holiday. However, outside of these regular revamps and updates, there are hidden levels known to only the most dedicated and observant players. From the Super Bowl to the movies, these levels are tricky to find, but fun to play.

  • Weird Bird Behaviors

    Every species of animal on earth has certain idiosyncrasies that makes it unique. Birds are no exception. If you've ever watched a nature show on the National Geographic or the Discovery channels, there's no doubt that you've seen some pretty mystifying behavior. But, aside from some of the more notable behavioral oddities such as mating dances, there is a whole other subset of strange behaviors specific to birds.

  • Habitat for Chinese River Dolphins

    Once called the "goddess of the Yangtze" and regarded as the goddess of protection by Chinese fishermen and boatmen, the Chinese river dolphin is now possibly one of the most recent marine mammal species to become extinct. If individuals still survive, they are one of the most endangered mammals on Earth. The Chinese river dolphins are endemic to, and emblematic of, China's great Yangtze river.

  • Gila River Casinos in Arizona

    The Gila River Indian Community operates three casinos in Arizona. All are located in the Phoenix-metro area. Wild Horse Pass and Lone Butte are both in Chandler, while Vee Quiva is in Laveen. There's a complimentary shuttle to take you to and from each of the casinos from locations across the valley and from Tucson. Each casino has its own features. Wild Horse Pass is a Vegas-style resort complete with luxury hotel. Lone Butte includes an Italian chophouse and over-sized bingo hall. Vee Quiva is the only casino in the West Valley.

  • Hotels in Tawau, Sabah, Malaysia

    Tawau, Malaysia, is a major importer of seafood and cocoa beans, and visitors often take tours through its marinas and farms. This city is on the western end of Malaysia's Sabah region, located on the shores of the Celebes Sea. Tourists have access to hotels in Tawau's downtown area, within walking distance of streetside seafood vendors. These hotels are also within 30 minutes of Bukit Gemok, a hill with hiking trails and climbing areas.

  • How to Fly With a Pet Bird

    If you plan to travel by flight with your pet bird, expect to do some research on various airlines. Once you find an airline that will allow your bird to board with you, follow all rules and regulations. Set aside time to fully prepare for your journey so you don't run into any problems. Get your flight reservation for you and your pet bird and prepare for smooth sailing to your destination.

  • About the Blue Bird Bus Company in Georgia

    The Blue Bird Corporation has been building school buses since it was founded in 1927 by Albert L. Luce. Today, it builds buses from two locations in Georgia, including its headquarters at Fort Valley.

  • Montana Bird Identification

    According to Montana Audubon, in 2010 the Official State Bird List contained 425 species, ranging from birds of prey such as the osprey, bald eagle and golden eagle to warblers, sparrows and wrens.

  • The History of Tawau

    The town of Tawau in Sabah, Malaysia, owes its growth to European traders, who transformed it from a small village to a large town, home to more than 350,000 people, in little more than a century. In colonial times, the Sabah area was known as North Borneo.

  • Interesting Facts About the Cliffs of Dover

    The white cliffs of Dover in Kent County, England, were mentioned by Julius Caesar in his account of a 55 B.C. Roman invasion and by William Shakespeare in "King Lear."

  • Massachusetts State Flower & Bird

    On Feb. 6, 1788, Massachusetts was the sixth state to become part of the United States. Like the other 49 states, Massachusetts has an official state flower and an official state bird.

  • Birds Native to North America

    North America is the third-largest continent, covering an area of 9,540,000 square-miles. Stretching from the Arctic Circle to Panama, North America encompasses an immense variety of ecosystems. Over 2,000 species of native birds are currently found across the continent, author John K. Terres states in "The Audubon Society Encyclopedia of North American Birds."

  • The Birds & Animals Found in the Torrid Zone

    The torrid zone is also known as the tropic or tropical zone. It lies along the equator and extends directly north and south to 23.5 degrees latitude in either direction. The Earth's tropical rainforests are found within the torrid zone. This zone was first identified by the ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle, who misunderstood the torrid zone and thought it to be uninhabitable. We see today that this assumption was incorrect, as more than half of the world's animal species are found within the torrid zone.

  • About the Indian Tree Pie Bird

    The Indian treepie bird is a subspecies of the Rufous Treepie bird (Dendrocitta vagabunda), a member of the crow family. It is identified by its long tail and its extremely noisy call. It likes to inhabit spacious, agricultural areas such as gardens and forests.

  • Maine's State Tree, Flower & Bird

    Maine, nicknamed the "Pine Tree State," is famous for its 17 million acres of forest land and 3,500 miles of picturesque Atlantic coast. This historic New England state is also home to America's oldest chartered town.

  • Flying High Bird Habitat

    Flying High Flora and Fauna Bird Habitat, or Flying High Bird Habitat for short, is a giant, free-flight aviary located along the Harvey Coast in Apple Tree Creek, Queensland, Australia. The attraction is self-guided and features more than 2,000 indigenous and exotic birds. As the largest walk-through aviary in Australia, this is a must-see attraction for people visiting the Harvey Coast area.

  • Parts of a Bird's Wing

    The wings of a bird are altered forelimbs. The underlying bones are similar to those found in humans. Birds have a humerus, radius and ulna in the arm; carpals and metacarpals of a mostly fused wrist; and three "finger" digits. While wing forms vary, knowing the general feather types that overlie this structure can help in species identification.

  • Moving With Pets & Birds Tips

    During the moving process, there are a great many special considerations and items that simply don't fit into a standard moving plan. Pets and birds certainly fall under this category, which is why pet owners and bird owners on the move should plan ahead in order to work around the difficulties.

  • Facts About the Great Sphinx of Giza

    In the wind-swept desert near Cairo reclines a giant lion with a human head. The Great Sphinx of Giza is a monumental limestone sculpture, considered to be one of Egypt's national symbols. Its purpose, as well as its age, is one of the great mysteries of the past.

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