Birds

Hummingbirds, the smallest birds that can fly backward, forward, sideways and hover into the mid air. And they are my favorite birds! Another fun thing I discovered only lately (the other day,)...

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

Alexandrine parrots, named in honor of Alexander the Great, have been prized as pets for more than 2,000 years for their lively, affectionate nature and pleasing green coloration. In their natural...

Black oil sunflower seeds are a favorite of many birds. When combined with other ingredients including raisins they can make a feeder cake for the birds. You don't need additional bird feeders to...

Crows are a common birds worldwide, but in America, they have their own distinct features. Although they are plentiful, American crows have traits that make them special and magnificent.

A bird feeder is a welcome addition to any backyard, especially for bird-watchers. Suet is a treat that many birds enjoy. It is best for use during the winter months because warm temperatures can...

The wood duck is a common species of waterfowl that breeds in North America. These ducks exist as far north as Nova Scotia in the summertime to the Gulf of Mexico in the winter. They inhabit...

Humane bird traps can be used to capture and relocate troublesome birds or for tracking purposes. There are a number of types of traps that can be created at home with basic tools and materials....

Pet birds, poultry and wild birds are all susceptible to external parasites like mites and lice. The head louse and the body louse are the two most common species of louse. Bird lice are...

Aspiring to be a poultry judge is a sign of a true chicken, duck, goose and turkey devotee. The judges at poultry shows have spent years studying the breed standards and as an apprentice to earn...

Raising birds from an egg provides a rewarding and educational experience. One of the first things you will need to do once the chicks emerge from their eggs is provide food and water for them....

Predator guards are important to ensure the safety of the birds in your yard. By attaching a simple predator guard to the front of your birdhouse, you can prevent common enemies such as raccoons,...

One of the principle eye concerns with cockatiels is eye infections. Conjunctivitis, an inflammation or infection of the conjunctiva, seems to be of an unknown cause. Research into the cause and...

African grey parrots are highly intelligent birds that are easily trained in most situations. They have a lifespan of up to 50 years and grow to a length of 13 inches. African greys reach maturity...

The caracara is a member of the falcon family. This bird of prey can be found throughout the world, with many residing in South and Central America and some southern regions of the United States....

Avian renal disease is a common ailment in birds of prey. Although it is often unrecognized in the small birds that are found in homes as pets, avian renal disease should still be of concern if a...

Many types of bird seed are available for purchase. Corn, sunflower and safflower seeds and white proso millet are among the favorites for most birds. Cowbirds and house sparrows may become...

Hummingbirds are the smallest animal with a backbone. Only found in North and South America, hummingbirds can rotate their wings in a circle enabling them to fly forward, backward, up, down and...

Roughly 80 species of birds nest in cavities and thus are likely to use a nest box, according to The Cornell Lab of Ornithology. Some species are more likely to nest in boxes of a specific size...

Who would have thought Audimute Sound Absorption Sheets would bring so much peace to bird lovers? It wasn't the intended use for the product, but many customers have been raving about the...

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

Just because cockatiels love and readily eat seed does not mean that they know what is best for them. An all-seed diet for a cockatiel will eventually lead to severe and even life-threatening...

Some birds love bathing, while others resist any invitation to go near water. To give a bird a bath, you can shower with it, spray it with a fine mist, put it in the sink or introduce a container...

Suet cakes provide a source of nutrition for birds, particularly in the cold winter months when they need food to help keep them warm. You can purchase suet at stores, but why purchase it when you...

European starlings, as their name suggests, were introduced to the Americas from Europe in the 1890s. According to the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, the starling population of the...

You love to feed the birds. You have bird houses set up and bird baths so the little creatures can have a field day in your yard. The only problem is that you are noticing moths in the bags of...

Parrots, birds in fact, do not catch colds. Therefore, any symptoms that would appear to be a cold by human-judged standards is likely to be something else. Because birds have delicate respiratory...

The cactus wren, the state bird of Arizona, is a very stout, hardy and curious bird. It is one of the few birds suited to survive in the harsh desert climate of the Southwestern U.S. It makes its...

Attract wild birds to your yard by hanging bird-seed ornaments from your trees. because these treats use all-natural ingredients, you do not have to worry about waste. Birds and squirrels can...

Found an egg and you want to hatch it? Perhaps you don’t feel like buying an expensive incubator just to hatch one egg you found. Well, no worries – there are certainly a few ways to hatch a duck...

Building birdhouses is a fun and easy activity. Not only is the construction process simple and straightforward, but the results are rewarding, helping to provide you with a backyard full of...

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

Anywhere from one-hundred thousand to one billion birds are estimated to be killed annually just from the impact with glass-paned windows alone, according to estimations provided by Dr. Daniel...

Many people are instantly attracted to the striking beauty of a sun conure, and this attraction often leads to an impulse purchase, instead of the careful research needed to be sure that this is...

Mealworms are an excellent food source for wild birds and can keep birds, especially bluebirds coming back to your feeder. Mealworms of varying sizes can be purchased in bulk from any number of...

Do you know if your parrot diet is really safe and untainted? Are you concerned you are following the right diet? Is your parrot receiving the adequate nutrients? Feeding your parrot a diet of...

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

There are nearly 4.5 million households that own birds as pets in the United States according to the 2007 U.S. Pet Ownership & Demographics Sourcebook. Birds can be cheerful companions filling...

Target training is simply teaching your parrot to touch an object. The target can be a stick with a ball at the end or your closed fist for them to touch. For parrots, a target stick is...

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

The Cockatiel is one of the most popular small birds people keep as a pet. The birds are generally grey in color with orange or yellow cheeks. They are very social birds and are generally eager to...

The female hummingbird is responsible for making the nest for her eggs. Sometimes she will make two nests and test each one before deciding which one she'll use to lay her two white eggs. Wind,...

The female hummingbird builds the nest and is responsible for the feeding while the male hummingbird has no part in it. The female searches for items that will work best to build the nest such as...

Homemade birdseed ornaments can easily be created in one afternoon, once you have located all of the necessary ingredients. Following a recipe, these birdseed cakes can be created to reflect any...

Small seed-eating birds such as pine siskins and gold finches love thistle seed. These sociable little birds flock to thistle feeders, often covering every available space on the feeder to feast...

Bird feed blocks are a popular method of feeding wild birds without the need for a bird feeder or loose bird seed. These blocks can be purchased in a number of different stores ranging from...

The mandarin duck is originally from China but is now found throughout China, Japan, Southern England and Siberia. They are often found on exhibit in zoos. They prefer a habitat that is mostly...

There are many types of bird feeders available. Some are designed to allow only small birds to feed, others are built to deter squirrels, and still others are built for specific types of bird food...

HELLO MY NAME IS GIGI, AND I'M HERE TO HELP YOU TRAIN YOUR PARAKEET ALSO KNOWN AS BUDGIES TO TALK. ITS MUCH BETTER TO START OFF WITH ONE BUDGIE AT A TIME BECAUSE THEN THEY WONT HAVE ANY...

Because all birds tend to conceal signs of ill health--an instinctive reaction in order to avoid being targeted by predators--it's not always obvious when they're sick. Some indicators they can't...