How to keep pet birds.
[ad#blod-ad] 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 [...]
[ad#blod-ad] Also known as the Timneh African Grey or the Congo Afican Grey, this bird originates in Africa, just like the name suggests. These birds are considered to be large birds. They grow to about 12, 13 inches from beak to tail feathers and this is why they need a lot of space to exercise [...]
[ad#blod-ad] The Scarlet Macaw can be found in South America and Mexico and they can get to a length of 90cm (35 inches) and a weight of 2-3 pounds. When they are kept captive their life can get up to 80 years. These birds are very intelligent. This is why they tend to get bored [...]
[ad#blod-ad] The Sun Conure can be found in countries from South America, like Venezuela or Brazil. Their length can get to 30 cm (12 inches) from the tail to the beak. Their life expectancy is around 30 years. With the right amount of attention, Sun Conures can become loving birds. They are very easy to [...]
[ad#blod-ad] This bird is also known under the scientific name of Cacatua Galerita and it can be found in Eastern and Northern Australia. This species has two subspecies: the Lesser and Greater Sulphur Crested Cockatoos. The first subspecies is large, and can grow to about 20 inches from the tail feathers to the beak. Their [...]
[ad#blod-ad] Having the scientific name Myiopsitta monachus, the Quaker Parrot is also known as Quaker Parakeet or Monk Parakeet. They are native to South America, with some colonies established in some regions of the United States. In general, they have about 12 inches in length from beak to tail, and weigh between 80 and 150 [...]
[ad#blod-ad] The Hyacinth Macaw is also known under the name Blue Parrot and they can be found in South America. Hyacinths typically grow to around 40 inches in length from the beak to the tip of the tail. Usually, they weigh in at 2 to 3 pounds. In captivity they live beyond the age of [...]
[ad#blod-ad] Aratinga Acuticaudata is the scientific name of the Blue Crown Conure and they’re also known as Sharp Tailed Conure or Blue Crowned Conure. Blue Crown Conures can be found in some regions of central South America. They can live up to 30 years when they are well taken care of. In most cases, Blue [...]
[ad#blod-ad] At 16.5-23cm(6.5-9in), cardinals are the largest and strongest of the finch-type birds commonly kept in captivity. House these birds in a large, well-planted aviary. They are relatively hardy, and so do not require additional heat during the winter months, providing they have access to a cosy shelter. If housed with other birds, keep cardinals [...]
[ad#blod-ad] Canaries are among the most commonly kept birds in captivity. They range in size from 10 to 17cm (4-6.7in), depending on the variety. Such a size should not present many housing difficulties. In fact, a cage 40cm(16in) long is perfectly acceptable for one bird, although two birds would require a 50cm(20in) cage. A rectangular [...]