Ringneck parrots are one of the oldest domesticated parrot species in the world. Originally from India, they make sociable pets that can sometimes be taught to talk. The best way to ensure your parrot is tame is to hand-raise it, which means caring for the baby bird instead of its parents. Sometimes
Maintaining the health of your chickens begins by ensuring that they are fed and watered. This involves laying chicken feed in their coop, and providing drinking troughs so they can water when they like and remain hydrated. It is important that you lay the feed correctly to avoid encouraging the chi
The peacock is part of the pheasant family. The term "peacock" actually refers only to the male--females are called peahens. Together, they are referred to as peafowl. These beautiful birds are wild birds by nature, but they have been domesticated in many countries. They enjoy peace and quiet and ca
Learn why birds are great indicator species, and how they are used for environmental research.
Defines the term “stifftail” as a type of duck, including examples of stifftail species.
Your budgies has been bristled up for several days, shivers, its beaks grows and curves. The reason fro your budgies problem is the lack of vitamins and minerals. As a beginning take it to the vet to cut the growths and to file away the curved beak. Dont try to do this yourself - it should be execut
Rescuing and feeding baby starlings is relatively easy, but they require feeding around the clock for the first few days of their lives. Rescuing baby birds that have left the nest may not be necessary, because it is natural for baby starlings to leave their nests before they have the ability to fl
To Clip or Not to Clip? That is the question. This simple question is often debated and probably one of the topics that comes up most frequently on bird and parrot related forums. Though some people feel very strongly about trimming or clipping wings. The decision is ultimately a personal decision t
Building birdhouses is an enjoyable activity that can also be a great way to do your part for the environment. As housing developments encroach on natural habitats, many birds and other creatures are displaced and by building and hanging birdhouses in your yard you can help some of those birds find
Many places have finches for sale. However, there are a few key things to consider when looking for your new pet.
Learn all about the beautiful and intelligent Black Capped Conure in this eye-opening Black Capped Conure species profile! Is a Black Capped the right bird for you? There's only one way to find out -- research!
Cockatiels are the smallest member of the cockatoo family and are native only to Australia where they are found largely in arid or semi-arid country, but always near water. Sometimes hundreds will flock around a single such body of water. Male cockatiels do not display any obvious courtship rituals.
Purple martin birdhouses are like apartment buildings. They attract and house a large number of these sociable birds who live in individual units.
Zebra finches are charming, personable little songbirds that are often kept as pets. When raised with other birds, such as the society finch, young zebra finches will even pick up on the other species' song and add its characteristics to their own, leading to a large level of variation within the ba
The northern pintail is an elegant dabbling duck found in the Northern Hemisphere, but can you identify them?
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 into its cage. Avoid using any commercial sprays or soap, unless specifically instructed by your vet. Th
Bourke's parakeets, or parrots, as they're sometimes known, are small, friendly birds. They tend to be quiet, colorful and very amiable toward both their owners and other bird species, making them a good choice for a pet. The rosey Bourke's parakeet is named for their coloring, a dark or light overa
