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What Eats the Cardinal Bird?
Cardinals, known for their bright red feathers, are found in the eastern portion of North America. They are hunted and eaten by a variety of predators, including large birds, various mammals and certain reptiles. Cardinals are eaten when they are full grown as well as when they are still fledgling
Bluebirds of North America
Bluebirds of North America explains the difference in the species that are found in North America and some facts about them and also how to attract them to your yard.
Scarlet Macaw
Detailed bird profile of the scarlet macaw, including identification marks, reproduction, diet, habitat, range and conservation.
When Should Bird Nests Be Removed?
Learn how to remove bird nests properly, safely and legally. Not all nests should be removed, but when is it the best action to keep birds safe?
Black Swan's Diet
The Australian black swan is one of only two black swan species in the world. They are mostly black with white-tipped wings. Their bills are orange-red with white on the tip. Black swans find their food in ponds, lakes and rivers.
What Are Chicken Coop Kits?
Backyard chickens need shelter. They can roam around freely but this won't guarantee protection from weather and predators. Therefore, having a house for your flock is a good idea.
How to Make a Climbing Net for a Bird
Many species of birds instinctively love to climb and play. A climbing net allows the bird a surface on which to climb, bounce and sway. This mimics vines, bushes and branches which birds would have in their natural habitat. However, buying a bird net can be an added expense to the already high cost
Heron Bird Information
There are many species of herons. A heron is a bird that wades in water. Herons are typically large birds with long legs, a long neck and a short tail. The plumes of a heron are long and soft. Patches of down-plumes are found on the breast. One of the most common species in North America is the grea
Icteridae
Defines the term “Icteridae” as a scientific family classification of birds, with details about the common characteristics of birds in the Icteridae family.
Winter Time Dangers For The Pet Bird
With the cold weather, we all tend to keep our homes more closed up than usual. Let us not forget that this means the air with in our homes becomes more concentrated. Even if you use a ceiling fan you will still be moving the same air around, this is not good for you, or your pets, and especially no
African Grey Parrot - Getting to Know Your African Grey Parrot
There are two different types of African Grey Parrot- The Congo African Grey and The Timneh African Grey. The Congo African Grey has a light gray body with a red tail while its counterpart the Timheh African Grey has a much darker charcoal gray body with a less red and more maroon tail.
Do Black Palm Cockatoos Make Good Pets?
Want a Black Palm Cockatoo? While Black Palm Cockatoos are impressive birds, they aren't right for every owner. Look here for information on keeping Black Palm Cockatoos, including their temperament, dietary and housing requirements, and more!
How Long Does it Take to Train a Parrot to Talk? Train Your Parrot to Talk
Every parrot owner who wishes to see their bird talking the next morning asks the same question: how long does it take to train a parrot to talk? This inquiry can be answered easily if you know the factors that affect the ability of a bird to mimic sounds or talk.
Chlamydiosis Psittacosis
Parrots and other pet birds can carry and transmit zoonotic diseases, diseases that humans can catch from contact with animals. Chlamydiosis psittacosis, or parrot fever, affects up to 200 Americans every year, according to Dr. Klaus-Dieter Lessnau at eMedicine.com. Dr. Lessnau also notes that case
Piscivorous
Defines the term "piscivorous" in terms of a bird's diet, including examples of piscivorous bird species and how piscivores affect local fishing.
Bird Camouflage
Many birds have superb camouflage with the color of their plumage as well as markings that help break up their visible outline and behavior that keeps them hidden. Understanding this bird camouflage is the first step toward being able to find and enjoy these birds more easily.
Homemade Squirrel-proof Bird Feeders
If you have a bird feeder in your yard, then there's a good chance you've been feeding the squirrels too. While it's fun to watch the antics of these small animals, they can also be destructive and scare away the birds you're trying to feed. They can also scatter the seeds, wasting expensive food an
Parrot Cages Buyers Guide and Other Things to Consider
How to choose parrot cages and what to pay attention to. Metals toxicity. Everything about cages parameters, materials and more...
Why Cockatoos Are the Best Pet and How to Select the Right One
The brightly colored plumage, and the ability to mimic are the things that come to mind when we think of a Cockatoo. Important parameters that would help you to make the right choice are color, emotional and physical health. A background check is critical. Next check the bird's physical health.