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July 9, 2022

Can birds eat Aloe Vera? Parrots, Budgies, Cockatiels, Finches

Can birds eat Aloe Vera? – content creator: Petrus Albertus van Tonder Scientific name:Aloe vera Indigenous Countries:It originates from the Arabian Peninsula but grows wild in tropical climates around the world. Description:A stemless or...

Bird health / Bird Recipes (Parrots, Budgies, etc) / Can birds eat? / Feeding tips for birds

July 8, 2022

Can birds eat almonds? Parrots, Budgies, plus Recipe

Can birds eat almonds (Prunus dulcis)? – Content creator Petrus Albertus van Tonder Yes, birds, including parrots and budgies, can eat almonds. Almonds can be a healthy addition to their diet when offered in...

How to improve feather quality in parrots

Aviculture / Bird education / Bird health

July 5, 2022

How to improve feather quality in parrots

How to improve feather quality in parrots – Pumage maintenance in Parrots By: Rafael Zamora Padrón – Scientific Director at Loro Parque Fundación Featured image: Hyacinth Macaw exercising its new feathers in flight. Foto:...

Aviculture / Bird magazine / Magazine articles

July 4, 2022

Free bird magazine July

Free bird magazine, World Wide Birds – July 2022 Content creator: Petrus Albertus van Tonder This edition can be downloaded at: https://www.wwbirds.co.za/dir/download/pdf-bird-magazine-vol6no7/ My heart is thank full to everyone for reading this magazine and...

Aviculture / Mutations / Parakeet

July 2, 2022

Alexandrine Parakeet Amazing Priced Mutations: Breeding

Alexandrine Parakeet Amazing Priced Mutations: Breeding Here is the YouTube video version of this article: Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe on YouTube for more in-depth bird content! Green Wild Type Alexandrine Parakeet...

Aviculture

June 28, 2022

Parrot chick development: Awesome Priced Advice, Breeding, Tips

Parrot chick development – By: Rafael Zamora PadrónScientific DirectorLoro Parque Fundación The time to evaluate the results of the first clutches is now. At breeders’ meetings, the first question usually asked at this time...

Aviculture / Bird health

June 20, 2022

Strengthening our parrots: Awesome Advice, Caring, Tips

Strengthening our parrots Strengthening parrots in aviculture involves ensuring they have the best possible physical and mental well-being. This includes providing a nutritious diet, adequate exercise, mental stimulation, and a healthy living environment. Here’s...

How to Breed Meyer’s Parrots Expert Tips from Rinus van den Broek thumbnail

Aviculture / Parrot

June 18, 2022

Meyer’s Parrot Awesome Priced Advice, Caring, Breeding

Meyer’s parrot – Poicephalus meyeriThe identification of subspecies.By Rinus van den Broek Introduction: When I started with the first Meyer parrots at the end of 2016, I discovered that the well-known Meyer’s also had...

Bird magazine

March 3, 2022

Bird magazine March 2022

Our March 2022 Standard bird magazine: Very welcome and thank you for taking the time to read another edition. Louis Bothma gave me permission to use his very informative articles, thank you very much,...

Is Cape Spurfowl endemic to South Africa

Birding / Birds - South Africa

March 1, 2022

Is Cape Spurfowl endemic to South Africa? Habitat

Is Cape Spurfowl endemic to South Africa? Yes, the Cape spurfowl (also known as the Cape francolin), scientifically known as Pternistis capensis, is indeed endemic to South Africa. This means that it is native...

Bird education / Birding / Birds - South Africa

February 28, 2022

Citrusdal Western Cape birding: Endemics, Habitats, Access and Facilities

Citrusdal Western Cape birding Citrusdal, located in the Western Cape province of South Africa, is known for its scenic landscapes, rich agricultural heritage, and diverse birdlife. Nestled in the Olifants River Valley, Citrusdal offers...

Bird education / Birding / Birds - South Africa

February 26, 2022

African Fish Eagle facts in the World: Excellent and Awesome Information

African Fish Eagle facts -Haliaeetus vocifer Are you ready to dive into the fascinating world of the African Fish Eagle? Get ready to be amazed by this majestic bird of prey that rules the...

Aviculture / Conure Breeding / Conures / Tony Silva

February 25, 2022

Conure parrot fostering : Green-cheeked

Conure parrot fostering – by Tony Silva For me, every breeding season sees the birth of a new experiment. This year the focus was on finding foster parents that could initially rear the young...

Bird conservation / Birding / Birds - South Africa

February 24, 2022

Secretary bird facts: Mind-blowing and Interesting

Secretary bird facts – Scientific name: Sagittarius serpentarius The Secretary Bird (Sagittarius serpentarius) is a distinctive and fascinating bird of prey found in the open savannas and grasslands of sub-Saharan Africa. Known for its...

Parrot Interview with Laurella Desborough

Aviculture / Tony Silva

February 23, 2022

Parrot interview with Laurella Desborough

Parrot interview with Laurella Desborough – by Tony Silva In my pursuit to have highly respected aviculturists share their experience, I formulated a series of questions for them to answer. The question and answer...

Bird health / Feeding tips for birds / Pet bird care

February 22, 2022

Can parrots eat pumpkin seeds? Good Complete Priced Advice

Can parrots eat pumpkin seeds? Yes and they can be a healthy and enjoyable treat for them. Pumpkin seeds offer several nutritional benefits for parrots when given in moderation. Here’s a detailed look at...

Magazine articles / Finches

February 21, 2022

Fostering finches: Awesome Advice, Caring, Tips

Fostering finches – by Marcus Pollard The main bird that is used for fostering is the Bengalese mannikin. Throughout the world, people use this bird to foster their finches – especially the Gouldian finch....

Bird health / Budgies / Feeding tips for birds / Magazine articles / Pet bird care

February 20, 2022

Sprouting seeds for budgies and other birds

Sprouting seeds for budgies – by: Bob Wilson My birds get sprouted seed 3-4 days a week, year-round. Care must be taken to ensure the seed does not go sour or mouldy, otherwise, the...

Bird health / Can birds eat? / Feeding tips for birds / Herbs for birds

February 19, 2022

Alfalfa lucerne for birds: For budgies, Parrots, Finches, Cockatiels

Alfalfa lucerne for birds: Alfalfa, also known as lucerne, is a nutrient-rich plant that can be a beneficial addition to a bird’s diet. It is often offered in the form of sprouts, leaves, or...

Bird health / Canaries / Finches / Magazine articles

February 18, 2022

Birds air sac mites: What they are and how to treat

Birds air sac mites, particularly the Knemidokoptes species, are a common parasitic problem in pet birds, particularly in species such as canaries, finches, and budgerigars. These mites infest the respiratory system of birds, causing...