Breed Birds

A pair of breeding parakeets can lay several clutches of eggs a year. They may lay from four to nine eggs per clutch, each coming a day or so apart. The eggs will begin hatching within 18 days and can…

The snowy egret is a medium-sized bird in the heron family of the genus egretta, commonly known as plumed egrets. It is a widespread species which was once actively hunted for its attractive, plumed…

Healthy, well-nourished cockatiels that are at least 18 months old should have no problem breeding in captivity. The process requires extra effort by the bird owner, and should not be undertaken by…

Emerald cockatiels were first bred in Texas in the 1990s. Some breeders refer to Emeralds as Olives or Suffused Yellow, as emerald cockatiels are not green. Cockatiels do not have a green pigmentation…

If you're looking to expand your pet birds' family, considering breeding a pair. From parakeets to parrots, many pet bird species will reproduce in captivity when provided the necessary materials.…

African eye-ring lovebirds are very energetic, curious birds. They often have very charming personalities, and they can be socialized to enjoy time with humans, although this requires serious daily…

Cockatiels are attractive and outgoing birds that make a pleasant addition to the family. Many owners are curious about how difficult it is to breed the birds, either to raise as pets or to sell.…

West Virginia is home to a diverse bird population in both the summer and winter months. Learning to identify these birds correctly can be challenging for the inexperienced. Understanding the…

Flamingos are birds known for their pink feathers, long legs and hooked bills. The pink or reddish color of their feathers can be attributed to their diet, which is rich in carotenoid pigments from…

The great egret is a large bird that stands three feet or more in height and can have wingspans of up to five feet. Its bill is long and yellow and it has long black or gray legs. The Great Egret's…

The tailorbird is a little Asian songbird with a big voice. These birds are strong singers; their calls are louder than one would expect such small birds to make. The tailorbird gets its name from…

The lesser flamingo is also known as Phoeniconaias minor, and it is the world's smallest flamingo as well as being the most populous species of flamingo. They are native to Africa and Asia, where they…

Frigate birds are a species of pelican. They have long wings that can stretch to 7 1/2 feet. Five species of frigate birds exist worldwide, including the magnificent frigate bird and the great frigate…

Finches, native to Australia, Central and South America are beautiful, multi-colored seed eating song birds. There are many different kinds of finches that are adaptive to captivity and sold around…

The umbrella bird, also known as Cephalopterus, lives in South and Central American rainforests. There are different species of umbrella birds, including the Amazonian umbrella bird, the long-wattled…

African lovebirds are small parrots that can be friendly, personable pets. There are nine distinct species of African lovebirds, but they can all be bred using the same procedures. Learning how to…

Dogs may have been one of the first animals domesticated by man, but birds were not far behind. Birds have been kept by man for many different reasons, from food to expressions of status and wealth.…

Lovebirds, which are small, beautiful parrots, can live for 10 years or more. They have no talking ability but are voracious chewers. The two types of popular pet lovebirds are peachface, which have…

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

If you are an avian breeder, or are interested in breeding some of your pet birds, one of the most important keys to a successful breeding season is proper nutrition. Petamine Breeding Food is one of…

Most of the birds that can learn to talk are in the parrot family. Parrots seem to have the motor and cognitive skills necessary for mimicking human speech. However, there are other species of bird,…

Placing one or more bird breeding boxes in your garden or around the outside of your home can not only provide pleasure to you by encouraging more birds to visit your home or garden, but a breeding…

Breeding birds is a huge responsibility. Unless you are well versed on the needs of baby birds and their parents, you shouldn't attempt to breed them on your own. Certain species will lay eggs without…

Buying a talking bird is an easy way to get some company around the house. If you buy a bird that's already talking, you don't have to go through the process of training it. If it already has a basic…