What Type of Heat Lamp Do You Use for Baby Chicks?

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Keeping newly hatched chicks warm during the early period of growth is essential to their survival. A supplemental heat source is necessary to assure that optimal temperatures are maintained for the first weeks of life.

How to Heal Skin Lesions in a Bobwhite Quail

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Bobwhite quail (Colinus virginianus), whether wild or raised in captivity, are susceptible to avian pox, also called quail pox in this species. Pox presents as skin lesions around the face, legs and feet of the bird. Sometimes, it will inhabit the eyes, mouth and throat. Avian pox is viral, usually

Diseases of African Grey Parrots

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African Greys can be affected by a number of diseases.grey parrot image by Ramona smiers from Fotolia.comLike any pet, even the best-cared-for African Grey parrot can develop health problems. Some health problems are caused by contact with other diseased pets, and some problems are due to...

Laughing Gull

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Detailed bird profile of the laughing gull: appearance, foods, habitat, behavior and reproduction. Includes conservation information and tips for how to see laughing gulls.

How to Raise Female Pigeons

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Female pigeons can be raised as pets or for their meat, which is called squab. Less aggressive than their male counterparts, female pigeons are social and like interacting with other birds. Once you have set up your pigeon coop, you can introduce your female pigeons to their new home and allow them

Tips For Bird Toys

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Everybody likes to be entertained and pet birds are no different. Presence of bird toys in bird cages encourages curiosity among the birds and ensures their well-being. It does not matter whether you are using bells, ladders, swings or anything else, you should just keep your bird's habits and

All About Gouldian Finches

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Gouldian finches are one of the more popular breeds of finches kept as pets. Learn more about this incredible variety of bird and what makes them special.

How to Raise and Train an Oriental Game Rooster

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Oriental game fowl are noble and beautiful birds. The cock is elegant and lithe, and as a heritage breed, is an asset to any breeding flock. Some of the readily recognized breeds in this category are the Asil and the Malay. These cocks are stunning birds with an excellent ability to protect the floc

How to Build Log Homes in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee

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It is not an accident that the industry's leading showcase for log and timber framed homes takes place annually in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. Nestled in the foothills of the Pine, Shields and Cove Mountains in Sevier County, just five miles north of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the area is

Pet Parrots - Read This Before You Buy Your Birds

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Read this before you buy your first Pet Parrot. Sadly many people purchase pet parrots without giving it much thought before-hand. Bird lovers must be very careful not to choose pet parrots based on any impulsive decisions or due to the birds' beautiful coloring or clever antics.

How to Get Rid of Fantail Pigeons in Oregon

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Due to their large outspread tails, fantail pigeons need lofts designed with the width of their tails in mind. For this reason, it is best to find organizations or people with experience with fancy pigeons such as fantails to which you can donate your birds. Depending on how many birds you have, you

Buy Bird Cages - Tips For Choosing the Best Bird Cages

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So you just bought your first bird. Congratulations! One of the first tasks that you and other new bird owners must complete is to buy bird cages. Here are four birdcage characteristics that can make the biggest difference in how safe and comfortable you make the home for the newest member of your f

How to Tell Male & Female Birds Apart

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A variety of methods both observational and scientific can help you determine your bird's gender. While some visual cues can hint at whether your bird is a male or a female, the most accurate sexing options will leave you with no doubt. Sexing your bird properly is essential if you plan to mate your

Zebra Finches Make Great Pets

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People love pet finches. Zebra finches are some of the most popular, and for good reason.

How to Breed Whiteface Cockatiels

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The whiteface cockatiel is a color variation of the standard cockatiel. They are no harder to breed than standard cockatiels but, to make sure the chicks are white-faced, both parents need to have this color mutation. The main problem is making sure you have a male and a female. With standard cockat

How to Build a PVC Telescoping Bird Feeder Pole

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A telescoping bird feeder pole allows you to keep the bird feeder away from predators such as cats, while still making it easy to reach for cleaning and filling. Store-bought models are effective, but expensive. The solution: make your own. This may seem daunting, but construction requires little mo

How to Make a Pincecone Bird Feeder

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A pinecone bird feeder is a great "go green" craft project. Adults or children of any age can make them, and they are a good way to recycle fallen pinecones, and help feed the wild birds. These feeders will attract birds and maybe even a squirrel or two to your yard, and look beautiful hanging on yo

How to Decorate Miniature Unpainted Birdhouses

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Think of an unpainted birdhouse as a small blank canvas waiting to come to life with color and design. Depending on how much time you want to invest, you can decorate your birdhouse with just paint or embellish it with a variety of craft items. A birdhouse doesn't have to be displayed outdoors. Enha

Why Is My Parakeet Afraid of Me?

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It is not that uncommon for a parakeet to be afraid of its master. There are a few typical reasons why these birds will be afraid of you. The caring master can follow a few simple rules and can stop their bird from fearing him, and make it start loving its master.

Orange Dove

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Orange Dove