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Bird care varies, depending on the size and species of the animal. Learn about all kinds of birds with this free video series on pet care.
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Young barn owls and raptors eat what their parents bring them, which usually consists of small rodents, insects or frogs. Find out what owls and raptors eat with tips from a bird caretaker in this free video on birds.
Training parrots requires positive association by rewarding good behavior like stepping up. Train a parrot with tips from a bird caretaker in this free video on birds.
Teaching your bird to talk requires talking to the bird with repetition of words or phrases the bird likes to mimic. Teach a bird to talk with tips from a bird caretaker in this free video on birds.
DNA sampling is the most accurate way to tell a female parrot from a male parrot, though some birds' genders are determined by coloration or behavioral patterns. Differentiate a female from a male parrot with tips from a bird caretaker in this free video on birds.
Adopting a bird for free is possible at bird re-homing centers and bird rescue facilities across the country. Adopt a bird at no charge with tips from a bird caretaker in this free video on birds.
Parrots talk by manipulating air across air sacs throughout their bodies. Learn how parrots talk with tips from a bird caretaker in this free video on birds.
To treat a sick parrot, observe signs of illness like weight loss or odd behavior before bringing the animal to an avian specialist or veterinarian. Take care of a sick parrot with tips from a bird caretaker in this free video on birds.
Making your own bird toys saves money, recycles old materials and keeps birds occupied and engaged. Make homemade bird toys with tips from a bird caretaker in this free video on birds.
Plywood nest boxes for lovebirds have two entrances and can be enclosed for outdoor use. Build next boxes for lovebirds with tips from a bird caretaker in this free video on birds.
Taking care of a bird requires providing food, shelter, housing and proper medical care. Care for a bird with tips from a bird caretaker in this free video on birds.
Parrots and parakeets can live together with the proper socialization and training. Find out about bird socialization with tips from a bird caretaker in this free video on birds.
Parrots who eat a variety of foods, including pellets, seeds, fruits, vegetables and proteins, often lead stronger and healthier lives. Find out what parrots eat with tips from a bird caretaker in this free video on birds.
More than 300 different species of parrots come from all over the world, such as Africa, Australia and South America. Learn about the different species of parrots with tips from a bird caretaker in this free video on birds.
Parrots get their food in the wild from seeds, nuts, fruits and vegetables in their native habitat. Find how where parrots get their food with tips from a bird caretaker in this free video on birds.
Types of talking parrots include double yellow-headed Amazons, macaws and African grays. Discover types of talking parrots with tips from a bird caretaker in this free video on birds.
Perches for cockatiels should be made from natural wood and in different sizes to maintain the health of the bird's feet. Explore different perches for cockatiels with tips from a bird caretaker in this free video on birds.
Clipping a bird's outer wing feathers prevents them from being able to fly very far, and encourages domestic birds to stay close to home. Decide whether or not to clip a bird's wings with tips from a bird caretaker in this free video on birds.
If your bird is lost or flies away, search for the bird nearby, put out fliers and talk to neighbors and friends. Get advice about escaped birds from a bird caretaker in this free video on birds.
Having a pet bird is a big responsibility for any animal lover. While on the surface, owning a bird may seem as easy as owning any other pet, birds require stringent, specific care to stay healthy. Each species has different needs: some birds are domesticated and adapt well to life in a small cage, while some are large, untamed and unruly, and are not appropriate for most people to keep as pets. In this free video series on birds, a bird caretaker discusses different species in the bird family. Learn about wild birds, their food and their behaviors. Find out how to train a domestic parrot, and teach a bird to talk through repetition. Get advice on caring for a sick bird, and find out what kinds of food domestic birds can eat. Keep a parrot active and engaged with homemade bird toys. Build a nesting box for different bird species. To fulfill curiosity or to prepare for a new pet, these bird caring tips are helpful and informative.
Madeline Franco Madeline Franco has been involved with birds for a number of years. She has been working with birds since age 7. Franco is a business writer and a work-at-home "Bird Mom" with approximately 30 birds. She is a speaker at agriculture meetings and has written articles for the Re-Homing Society. Franco also has invented a number of toys for birds based on her experience.dkdk
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