The society finch is really a hybrid of two varieties, believed to have been developed in Asia. Consequently, they aren't located in the wild and are available solely in captivity. But, every society finch is actually unique

Birds make wonderful companions, but they aren't the right pet for everyone. Learn all you can before buying a bird to make sure that you and your pet will be happy together.

Hawks are birds of prey, which means they feed on smaller animals rather than insects. Thirteen known birds of prey make Maryland their home for at least part of the year. Of these, eight are classified as hawks. Because of the number of hawks that migrate to and through Maryland, hawk-watching is a

Defines the term "crest" as part of a bird's plumage, with examples of crested birds and tips for identification based on a bird's crest.

Lovebirds are friendly, affections, playful birds that can make good pets. They have a lot of personality in their small, colorful bodies and can brighten up your home with both their plumage and their spirits. It is important to know the gender of your birds so that you can plan for or prevent thei

Many people choose to incubate their own chicken eggs in an incubator instead of purchasing live chickens. There are four important factors to consider when using a still air incubator. Temperature, humidity, ventilation and turning is required in order to successfully hatch the eggs. Unlike forced

Young birds falling from nests risk injury from predators such as cats and rodents. Before you bring the birds home, make sure they really need help. Search for the nest and replace them, if possible. Feeding abandoned young birds such as mourning dove hatchlings requires making up batches of homema

Parrots require a healthy diet that comprises a wide range of different types of food. It is important to understand what are the various nutritional values of food you should select for your parrots so as to reduce or prevent complicated medical problems in pet parrots.

Locate a Maryland bird breeder quickly and easily in this handy directory of local Maryland bird breeders!

Macaws are colorful members of the parrot family who live in flocks of between 10 and 30 individuals. There are 17 different species of macaw, including large and miniature types all having distinctive, multicolor plumage. The illegal trade of macaws as exotic pets has led to several species becomin

Birds are entertaining, intelligent pets who require far less maintenance than other domesticated animals. Their basic care is relatively inexpensive. Talking birds that are renowned for their affectionate and lively natures, and some breeds can live as long as their owners.

Cockatiels are bright, friendly little birds. Their cheery personality makes for good companionship. Their country of origin is Australia. The name, cockatiel, is derived from a Dutch word, "Kakatielje," which is translated as "little cockatoo." With proper care and nutrition, a cockatiel can live f

Defines the term “facial disc” as a part of a bird's anatomy, with examples of birds that show prominent facial discs and how they can manipulate those discs for better hearing.

Although most aviculturists prefer to leave parrot chicks with the parent birds until they are 2 to 3 weeks old, it is sometimes necessary to raise the babies from the day they hatch. Baby parrots must be hand-reared from day one if the parent birds have a history of abandoning, injuring or killing

Wild ducks are generally wild for a reason. They tend to do better without human interference. However, there are times when people may raise wild ducks, and in most cases this is allowed under South Carolina law.

What to start with? First we have to consider the following: What can I afford? How much space will the bird need? Is there any free time for the bird? How noisy is the bird? Will the neighbors murmur?

Cockatiels are one of the most popular large birds to keep throughout the world. Originating from Australia, cockatiels are kept as pets throughout the world, due to their beauty and fun personality. One of the more pressing issues for cockatiel owners is determining the size of their cockatiel's c

A description of common activities that take place at exotic bird fairs, things that visitors can expect, and advantages of attending

Crafting birdhouses out of dried gourds requires little skill, although there is a significant investment of time required. The gourds need to dry for at least a month before you can transform them into decorative and functional birdhouses. Kids can help by painting the gourds, but adults will need

Racing pigeons wear a registered band around their legs with a series of four sets of markings on them. These markings are internationally standardized, so no matter where the pigeon comes from you will be able to read the markings. In order, the markings indicate the national organization where the