What bird is named after a group of islands? What bird did your grandmother probably have as a pet? The canary (Serinus canarius) is the answer to both questions. Contrary to popular opinion, the Canary Islands were not named after canaries; it was just the opposite. When Spanish sailors discovered …
Birds will bite for different reasons Some Are: they will bite out of fear they will bite because they are excited or even just because they’re feeling good and are being maybe a little too playful, and they will bite out of spite – biting because they LIKE to. Birds …
When you enter the breeder’s home or aviary, do not be surprised if you are asked to remove your shoes, wash your hands and arms, and perhaps even don an apron or coverall. This is to keep diseases, which can often be carried on clothing, shoes, and skin from being …
Budgerigars (Melopsittacus undulatus), or “betcherrygah” as the Aborigines of Australia call them, are small parrots sporting a long tapered tail. Originally from Australia, the wild budgerigar is a green bird, with a yellow face, and black spots on the mask, black wavy bands on the wings, back and head. Once …
Birds also need to have their nails regularly clipped. Bird’s feet can be uncomfortable sitting on a perch if the toenails are too long. Also, they can get caught on fabric, furniture, and carpeting. It is a fairly easy procedure and you should have no trouble doing it yourself with …
Training Birds do not respond to physical punishment well. If your bird does something you consider wrong, DO NOT HIT THE BIRD! Handfed babies are people-oriented, and the best kind of punishment for them is being removed from the presence of people for a short time. A loud “NO!” when …
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Toys Bird toys are mostly personal preference. Your bird will need toys to entertain it when it is to be left in the cage for any length of time. Most well-socialized handfed birds love to play, and are very hard on toys. Your bird needs toys that are meant to …
The First Few Days: You should be aware that the first few days your bird is in its new home will be very stressful for it. Be sure to give it time to acclimate to its new environment. Have the new cage, toys and dishes all set up before you …
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This list is only intended to be a partial listing of the most common and obvious hazards that pet birds might encounter in the average household. It is by no means complete. The following items and circumstances can be harmful or fatal to a bird. Other animals, Aquariums (drowning), Carpets, Curtains and Drapes (getting nails …
