Planning Your Pet Bird Aviary

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Compatibility will be a major consideration if you want to build up a mixed collection of species. It will have a considerable bearing on the size of the aviary, as it is only possible to mix certain species if the aviary is large enough.

Time is another essential factor when deciding on the size or number of aviaries to build. If you only have a limited amount of free time, it would be very impractical to build more aviaries than you can care for. The choice of species will also be affected by the time factor; delicate birds will require a great deal more attention and are therefore much more time-consuming. Think carefully about the most suitable species of birds to keep and also the size and number of enclosures.

It is always a good idea to cost everything before you start. This means estimating not only the cost of the building materials, but also other essentials, such as maintenance, weekly food bills and – surprising as it may seem – the cost of the birds themselves.

Another point to remember is the availability of the species. It is very disappointing to set your heart on keeping a magnificent bird, find out all about the species, cost the essentials and build the aviary, only to find that the birds are impossible to obtain. Always check on the availability of the species by contacting local pet shops and reputable bird dealers.

A well-planned aviary can form an important and attractive feature in your garden. The corner location of this aviary means that it does not get disturbed too much and the landscaping nearby echoes its circular design into the garden.

It is worth considering a permanent cover over the rear third of the aviary as a shelter from heavy rain and bright sunlight. On the other hand, you may prefer to construct a removable cover made of plastic sheeting or bamboo panels, which you can place anywhere on the aviary to protect your birds from inclement weather. The advantage of removable sheets is that during pleasant weather you can let as much fresh air and sunshine into the aviary as possible.

Victoria Crowned Pigeons

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The Victoria Crowned Pigeons are the biggest pigeons. They reach lengths between 28 and 30 inches from head to tail feathers.

This bird species lives almost 25 years in captivity.

The Crowned Pigeons are tolerant birds, very intelligent and affectionate. They like to spend time with other bird species and they are easy to train and tame.

The body is covered in blue feathers and the breast is maroon. They also have red eyes and a lighter shade of blue on the wings and tips of their feathers on the tail.

Like any other bird, The Victoria Crowned Pigeons like to eat many grains, seeds, fruits, and also small invertebrates. In captive The Crowned Pigeons