Birds

Laying down glue traps can be an effective method of removing mice or rats from your house. Although you should always keep your pets away from the traps, a free-flying pet bird might accidentally...

Proper birdseed storage will help ensure that your seed will stay dry and free from insect larvae, mold and fungi that can grow easily in a container that isn't airtight. It's important to keep...

Chickens have been a fixture of human society for centuries. Originally contained to the main lands of southern Asia, chickens spread around the globe with travelers and sailors, reaching every...

Maintaining a hummingbird feeder during the spring and summer can attract numerous humming bird varieties to a yard or garden. Understanding the keys to putting out and maintaining the feeder will...

When a seed feeder is left within reach of certain animals, such as cats or squirrels, the birds it was intended for may never get a chance to enjoy the food. Creating your own birdseed hanger...

The Congo African Grey parrot (Psittacus erithacus erithacus) is one of the best known parrot species, as it features a unique appearance and an intelligence that is thought to be greater than...

Popular all across North America, the American Robin is one of the most recognizable birds, with its vivid red feathers and cheerful song. Robins are one of the first to lay eggs every year, and...

Keeping newly hatched chicks warm during the early period of growth is essential to their survival. A supplemental heat source is necessary to assure that optimal temperatures are maintained for...

Have you noticed the beauty of our National Bird? I was sitting here watching them on Animal Planet (one of my favorite stations on TV) and it just made me appreciate more of their majestic...

Large bird cages allow you to keep several birds in a single cage, house big birds, and give your birds room to fly. Although pet and bird stores often sell large cages and aviaries, you can build...

Birds occasionally fly into areas where they do not belong, and they must be removed before hurting themselves. This can be an office building, a store, or even your home, none of which is safe...

Birdbaths are great ways to attract birds to a yard or garden. Birds not only eat insects around your home, but they are interesting to observe. If you are using a birdbath to bring birds to your...

African grey parrots are known for being brilliant, quick to learn, loving and loud. There is much to learn, which can help new parrot owners bond with their pet.

Within the last 40 years, Canada goose populations in urban settings have skyrocketed. These "urban" geese have been known to inhabit residential areas, public parks and business parks. These...

Proper care of your humming bird feeder is essential to the health of the hummingbirds that visit your garden or patio each day. Daily monitoring of the feeder will be necessary to check for any...

A good bird seed is the type of seed that birds love. Decide what kinds of birds you want to attract. You can buy pre-packaged bird seed, but many of them have fillers added. Fillers are seeds...

Installing a wild bird feeder that's squirrel proof is easier than you think. You can spend a hundred dollars on shepherd's hooks or other contraptions, or you can spend $6 on a bracket and some...

Senegals are social birds. They like company. How to teach yours to be friendly to strangers.

With their brilliant blue feathers and reddish-brown chests, Eastern bluebirds are beautiful to observe and have a chatty, conversational song that makes them a pleasing addition to your yard or...

Bantam chickens have become one of the most popular chicken varieties around the world. Originating from the small jungle foul native to southeast Asia, the term bantam now refers to any small...

Feeding your pet finch a nutritious diet is essential to keeping them active, healthy, and long-lived. Most people know that finches eat seed in the wild and mistakenly feed their pet birds a...

As a child I spent a great deal of time in the south, in Louisiana, where my grandmother lived. That is where I got to appreciate and absolutely love so much of nature. The most beautiful are...

You have to admit, these guys are really adorable. I am sure most of you have seen “Happy Feet” and the documentary movie all about “Penguins”. One of my daughter’s has a fascination with these...

Clear glass windows and doors pose a hazard to flying birds because they cannot see the panes. Glass reflects objects that the bird may think are real, such as trees, grass and the sky. The Bird...

All pet birds squawk and scream to some degree, with the exception of songbirds. Habitual, constant screaming, however, is not normal. If your bird squawks and screams all day or seemingly for no...

Mites are a common health problem in budgies purchased from disreputable and unclean breeders or pet shops. Mites can also occur in pets that have received good care. When this happens, the mites...

Avian veterinarians use anesthesia to eliminate pain, minimize anxiety and to relax the muscles of parrots during surgery. Careful monitoring during anesthesia is important to avoid or treat...

Pigeons are common birds in cities. They are becoming more common in suburbs and rural areas. Homemade pigeon control methods help you rid your home, deck, land and general area of pesky pigeons.

Nesting boxes are a necessary piece of equipment for any bird owner who plans on raising chicks. A nesting box is mounted in the bird's cage and offers the female a safe, secure place to lay her...

The geographic location of Calgary, Alberta in Canada is perfectly suited to birders. The terrain is dynamic. From foothills and mountains to boreal forests and prairie, the area abounds with...

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

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

Many people enjoy watching their backyard birds gather, feed, and bathe. It can be relaxing to watch the tiny creatures and hear their beautiful songs. However, the cost of feeding wild birds...

Many people enjoy watching the wild birds that congregate around bird feeders in their backyard. These people put time and effort into attracting the most beautiful backyard birds and work hard...

Birdwatching is a popular pastime, as some birds are among the most beautiful creatures in the wild. While you can see many birds by going on hikes in the woods or in parks, you can also bring the...

Going to a pond and throwing bits of bread to the flocks of ducks and geese is an enjoyable pastime for many people, but it might not be such a good idea for the birds themselves.

A rooster does not need to be present for a hen to lay eggs. However, if a rooster is not present, then the eggs will not be fertilized and will never hatch.

Bird fleas, or Dasypsyllus gallinulae, is a species of flea that lives on nesting birds like chickens. They are born during the bird's nesting season, and feast on mothering hens and chicks. They...

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

Bird, especially pigeons, have adapted well to human urban lifestyles. As a consequence, birds have made their nests in public buildings and apartments, producing potential health hazards such as...

Geese, while beautiful and majestic creatures, are also a source of great frustration for many people. Geese routinely destroy lawns, ruin golf courses, and create havoc at airports. Fortunately,...

Baby birds may need to be hand fed for many reasons. The death of the mother bird, the inability or desire of the mother to care for them, or a large clutch of eggs that is more than a mother can...

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

Bluebirds are cavity nesters, preferring bird boxes in open areas such as meadows to nest. Increasing development of rural areas is giving bluebirds fewer places to nest, affecting their...

Agricultural plots are sometimes created solely for the purposes of feeding wildlife. Ducks and geese are common waterfowl that benefit from these feeding plots. Knowing which plants that will...

The extreme and cold winter weather can be detrimental for wild birds. With freezing temperatures, high winds, snow, ice, and decreased food, birds have a much harder time surviving than in the...

Bird watching is a wonderful way to get in touch with nature. Having the birds come to perch, nest and live in your yard can be a fulfilling experience for nature lovers. Certain birds, such as...

Mealworms are the grub of the darkling beetle and are commonly used by buyers as supplemental nutrition for wild or pet birds. Mealworms are high in protein and potassium and can be easily mixed...

Pet birds, from tiny finches to great parrots, need to have fresh water in clean dishes provided daily. Sometimes, such as during shipping, it is not practical or rules do not allow for fresh...

The noble goose: those harbingers of fall flying in v-formation, the delicious stuff of Dickensian Christmas dinners, down comforters and a wonderful delicacy called schmaltz (rendered goose fat...