How to keep pet birds.
[ad#blod-ad] Buntings vary in size from 12 to 20cm(4.75-8in), depending on the species. Most are not suitable for being caged indoors, as this type of lifestyle causes them to become overweight. The rainbow and lazuli buntings, however, are not hardy and must therefore be housed indoors as soon as the cold weather approaches, but they [...]
[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] Finches are lively and colourful birds that are universally popular because they are easy to care for and reach a small size, usually 10- 15cm(4-6in). Because of their manageable size, it is quite acceptable to keep a pair of finches in a small indoor cage measuring about 60cm(24in) long and 30cm(12in) wide and deep, [...]
[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 [...]
[ad#blod-ad] Lovebirds range in size from 13 to 15cm (4.5-6in), and for such comparatively small birds, they do have a relatively long lifespan of 10-15 years. As members of the parrot family, they are intelligent and have an inquisitive personality. Housing lovebirds presents no problems, for a typical aviary used for accommodating parakeets is more [...]
[ad#blod-ad] Because of their spectacular nest-building activities, weavers are among the most interesting small birds to keep in captivity. They are extremely spirited birds that will spend their lifetimes collecting materials to create their unique nests. Each species builds its own individual style of nest, and some can be absolutely incredible. Watching them build their [...]