Bird Magazine
Breeding Red-browed finches: Alternate names include red-browed firetail, Sydney waxbill and Redbill. Breeding Red-browed Finches (Neochmia temporalis), which are small, social, and attractive Australian finches, can be done successfully in captivity with the right...
Breeding Black-faced Firefinches: Breeding Black-faced Firefinches (Lagonosticta larvata) can be a rewarding yet delicate process, as these small African finches require specific conditions to breed successfully. Here are the key aspects of breeding them...
Nest boxes for finches: When choosing a nest box for your finches, it’s essential to consider the size, material, and design to ensure comfort, safety, and breeding success. Different species of finches may have...
Breeding Violet-ear Waxbills (Uraeginthus granatina) requires knowledge about their specific needs in terms of environment, nutrition, and pairing. These small, vibrant birds are native to sub-Saharan Africa and are known for their beautiful plumage,...
Deworming birds: A Mugs Guide to Worming Your Feathered Friends: Finches, Parrots, Budgies, and Cockatiels Caring for your birds can be a rewarding adventure, but it comes with its own set of responsibilities. One...
Breeding Zebra finches: Over many years the Zebra Finch has had a reputation as a cheap bird, something for everyone to start with who would like to keep birds. It achieved this reputation because...
Zebra finch mutations are popular among bird enthusiasts and breeders due to the variety of colors and patterns they produce. Over time, selective breeding has led to numerous distinct mutations in zebra finches. This...
Can birds eat Spondias mombin? Spondias mombin (also known as hog plum, yellow mombin, or amba yaya) can be eaten by birds, including parrots, budgies, cockatiels, and finches. Benefits for Birds: Feeding Guidelines: Can...
Can birds eat spelt? Yes, birds can eat spelt, including parrots, budgies, cockatiels, and finches. Spelt is an ancient grain closely related to wheat, and it is rich in nutrients, making it a healthy...
Corn-dried kernels for birds: Parrots, budgies, cockatiels, finches Yes, birds can eat dry corn kernels, including parrots, budgies, cockatiels, and finches, but there are some considerations depending on the size of the bird and...
Rose hip for birds, including Parrots, cockatiels, budgies and finches Rose hips (the fruit of the rose plant) are safe and highly beneficial for birds, including parrots, cockatiels, budgies, and finches. They offer numerous...
Can birds eat Rosa gallica? Parrots, cockatiels, budgies and finches Yes, Rosa gallica (also known as the French or Gallic rose) is generally safe for birds like parrots, cockatiels, budgies, and finches to eat,...
Can birds drink rooibos tea? Yes, birds, including parrots, cockatiels, budgies, and finches, can safely drink rooibos tea. Rooibos is a naturally caffeine-free tea from South Africa that offers various health benefits and is...
Can birds eat Radicchio? Italian chicory Yes, birds can eat radicchio, including parrots, budgies, cockatiels, and finches. Radicchio, a type of leafy vegetable similar to lettuce but with a slightly bitter taste, is safe...
Can birds eat Quinoa? Yes, birds can eat quinoa, including parrots, budgies, cockatiels, and finches. Quinoa is highly nutritious and is an excellent addition to a bird’s diet, providing essential nutrients such as protein,...
Can birds eat pumpkin? Yes, birds can eat pumpkin, including parrots, budgies, cockatiels, and finches. Pumpkin is a nutritious food for birds, offering health benefits due to its high content of vitamins, minerals, and...
Fonio for birds: Fonio is an excellent grain to include in the diets of birds like budgies, finches, cockatiels, and parrots. It’s a highly nutritious grain that is easy to digest, making it especially...
Turquoise parrot (Neophema pulchella): The Blue Turquoise mutation Turquoise parrot Introduction: The Turquoise parrot (Neophema pulchella) is a small Australian parakeet present in many collections in Europe. There are several explanations for this. Firstly,...
Can birds eat popcorn? Yes, many pet birds, including parrots, budgies, cockatiels, and finches, can eat plain, air-popped popcorn as an occasional treat. However, there are important considerations to keep in mind when offering...
Magoebaskloof birding: Woodbush Forest and Magoebaskloof together constitute the second largest forest complex in South Africa. The Knysna Forest in the Western Cape is the largest. Magoebaskloof and the Woodbush Forest in Limpopo, South...
