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How to Get Rid of Peacocks
The peacock's natural range is in tropical and subtropical areas of Asia, but they have become established in many parts of the world, including mild temperate areas. While they are beautiful birds with impressive tail feathers, they have some bad qualities as well. They are loud, noisy, and obnoxi
Quaker Parrot Facts
The Quaker parrot is known for its intelligence, curiosity and friendliness. It likes humans, and requires ample interaction with people and plenty of mental stimulation. This "little clown," although entertaining to live with and watch, can sometimes get itself into trouble by escaping from its cag
How to Buy a Macaw Parrot
Macaw parrots are beautiful and interesting birds that can make great pets. Outliving dogs and cats, macaws have a lifespan of up to 50 years. They also come in a variety of colors and have big personalities. If you are interested in purchasing a macaw, here are few steps you should follow.
Vacationing With Pet Birds
Thinking of taking a vacation with your pet bird? Done correctly, a road trip with your feathered friend can be a great experience for the both of you. Read on to learn how to make your vacation with your bird a success!
How to Feed Parakeets With Wild Bird Food
Parakeets are social birds that make wonderful pets for families with children. Like any pet, families often wonder what to feed them. There are several options in the stores, including wild bird seeds and foods. Wild bird feed is slightly different from the parakeet-specific foods available in pet
Tips For Anyone Wanting to Buy a Goose
Anyone who wants to buy a goose should take a few tips into consideration. It will be important to consider the age of the goose that is going to be bought and the health condition of the goose in general. It will also be essential to watch for whether or not that goose already has a mate or any typ
How to Raise Muscovy Ducks With Chickens
Muscovy ducks are a large breed of domestic duck and are raised for both eggs and meat. Muscovy duck eggs are larger than hen eggs and the broody hen used to raise the clutch needs to be of a sufficient size to sit comfortably on the eggs. Large docile breeds of chicken, such as Orpington, Rhode Isl
Parrot Perils - 5 Dangers to Help Your Pet Parrot Avoid
Parrots are beautiful birds. Regardless of whether you have a pet Quaker, Macaw, African Grey, Lorikeet, Cockatoo, or a Red Throated Conure (there wasn't space for me to name them all); they are wonderful, loving, and colorful additions to our world. In order to keep them healthy, owners must b
What to Look For in Parrot Breeders
Picking the perfect parrot breeder is actually one of the most important things that you need to remember before buying a pet parrot, especially if it is your first try in owning this type of bird. Nowadays, however, you will encounter parrot breeders not only in local pet stores. There are actually
Interesting Facts About African Greys
The African grey parrot (Psittacus erithacus) is extremely intelligent and sociable. These traits, combined with their gift for mimicry, make them highly sought after as pets. The University of Michigan Museum of Zoology notes that African grey parrots are among the most harvested species of wild bi
Bird Breeds and their Care
So you've decided to get a bird as a pet. Here is a guideline to different breeds, how to care and general characteristics to get you familiarized with your new pet.
How to Tell the Sex of Muscovy Ducks
Muscovy ducks are brightly colored, and strikingly patterned waterfowl popular in community and personal ponds. The unmistakable animated quack sets Muscovy's apart from other traditionally quite breeds. Male Muscovy ducks are known as drakes, while females are known as hens. Determining the gender
How to Get Rid of Hornets From Hummingbird Feeders
Hornets can be an aggravation around hummingbird feeders. Not only will they keep you away from enjoying the little birds, but they can scare the hummingbirds as well. In one case, a hummingbird has impaled a hornet on its bill and then died from not being able to get it off to feed. There are some
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Birdhouse Cottage Crafts
Birdhouses are a classic yard item that many crafters, schoolchildren and bird enthusiasts create to provide a decorative touch to a yard as well as shelter for nesting birds. Birdhouses can be used unfinished, but they also can be decorated as miniature houses, including in cottage style.
Wood Bird House - Creating an Attractive Backyard
How to create a backyard that will encourage birds to visit and hopefully stay. These are a few items that you can use to add a beautiful melody to your yard.
The Ringneck Parakeet
A ringneck parakeet is a medium sized parakeet bird that including it's long tail feathers is about 16 inches long. The average lifespanof these parakeets isbetween 20 to 25 years.