Birds

The Best Bird Mothers In The Animal Kingdom Will Have You 'Aww'ing All Day

Mothers are remarkable across all species, but these bird moms are some of the best. Learn about some of the "aww"-inducing feathered moms raising their kids.

Keeping A Hummingbird As A Pet Is A Costly Mistake In Many Ways - Here's Why

Hummingbirds are some of the cutest birds, so wanting one as a pet is only natural. But here are a few costly reasons why you shouldn't pursue getting one.

The Unhealthy Habit That's Making Your Pets Sick, Too

Many unhealthy habits only affect us, but this particular habit can make animals ranging from dogs and cats to birds and fish seriously unwell.

A Pet Bird Known For Following Commands Can Live For Over 80 Years

If you're looking for a long-lived feathery friend, this breed might be just right for you! However, a long life comes with a lot of care, attention, and love.

Why Pet Owners Might Want To Reconsider Using Bleach To Clean Their Homes

Bleach is one of the most common cleaning agents, but if you have pets, whether birds or dogs, in the home, you may want to try a safer alternative.

How Feeders Can Reduce Bird Infidelity In Your Backyard

Bird feeders change the backyard game in more ways than one, and now you can add curbing avian infidelity to the list. Here's why, according to science.

Everything To Know Before Adopting A Duck As A Pet

Thinking about adding a duck to your flock? Here's what you need to know about their care and personalities before you bring home a web-footed friend.

Birds You Never Want To See At Your Backyard Feeder (And How To Keep Them Away)

Certain bird types may dominate a backyard feeder. Making small but effective changes to your set up can reduce this behavior or eliminate it altogether.

The Hidden Dangers Of Hanging A Bird Feeder In Your Yard

While adding a bird feeder to the yard might seem like a great way to support local wildlife populations, they come with certain health and safety risks.

Here's Why Pet Ducks Won't Fly Away

Wild ducks may roam free all over the world, but their domesticated counterparts will never fly away from their caretakers for a key scientific reason.

Breeding Behavior Of The Indian Ringneck Parakeet

Also sometimes called the rose-ringed parakeet, the Indian ringneck parakeet has specific breeding behaviors you need to know if you have some as pets.

How To Safely Restrain A Bird

Restraining a bird can cause your pet a great deal of unnecessary stress. The right preparation and approach will make the act far less unpleasant.

What Types Of Birds Have Yellow Beaks?

Bird beaks come in a variety of shapes, sizes, and colors. Many birds have yellow beaks. All of them possess characteristics that make them unique.

How To Call A Pigeon

Sometimes, you may want to call pigeons to you so you can feed them or take care of them. You can do this by making a pigeon call by blowing into your hands.

How To Identify Duckling Breeds

Baby duck identification is often challenging for beginners; without the telltale feather coloration seen in adults, the task can be nearly impossible.

How To Tell The Difference Between A Male & Female Indian Runner Duck

Though they can all look alike, it's fairly easy to tell which Indian runner duck is male or female from their physical build, feathering, and even coloration.

How To Tell The Sex Of A Baby Mallard

Although both males and females look nearly identical, careful observation of their physical characteristics can help you discern the sex of a baby mallard.

Signs That A Budgie Is Gravid

With most budgies, you won't notice any signs of gravidity, and there won't be any weight gain or anything else out of the ordinary to observe.

Differences Between Male & Female Rosy Bourke's Parakeets

The sex of Rosy Bourke's parakeets can be difficult to differentiate, though behavioral clues, especially during mating season, can provide insight.

How To Tell If A Canadian Goose Is Male Or Female

It may be difficult to tell the sex just by looking at Canadian geese, but observing their behaviors and social interactions may yield helpful clues.

What Are The Symptoms Of A Budgie Having A Stroke?

Budgies, or parakeets, can experience strokes, so you need to know the signs to watch out for, especially because they could indicate additional issues.

What Are The Signs When A Female Parakeet Is Carrying Eggs?

Parakeets are ovarian and do not become pregnant. Rather, they lay eggs. There are a few clues that indicate a female parakeet is preparing to do so.

Muscovy Female Duck: How To Tell A Male & Female Muscovy Duck Apart

What Muscovy ducks might lack in good looks, they make up for in temperament and usefulness. It's also easy to tell females and males apart from an early age.

How To Tell The Difference Between Male And Female Cockatoos

Some species of cockatoo are sexually dimorphic and some aren't, and you'll have to wait a few years until the bird is mature to learn the sex.

Diet For Alexandrine Parrots

Also known as Alexandrine parakeets, Alexandrine parrots need a specific diet to thrive in captivity. Here's what they need (and what to avoid).

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