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Turn Everyday Objects Into Cheap Parrot Toys

Have you ever wondered why your parrot barely touches the $60 brand new toy you gave him, the one that seemed to have the best parrot toy parts on the market, and is instead fascinated with that old bath towel you left on the drier? How is it possible?

How To Raise Baby Chickens at Home

Baby chicks often are seen for sale at feed and farm supply stores and their cuteness can be very hard to resist. However, once chicks are brought home, people often are at a loss over what to do with him. By educating yourself on how to care for your chicks, you will soon have happy, healthy full-g

The Best Chicken Coop Style for Young Chickens

Young chickens require special housing. They must be kept separate from older birds to prevent aggression and unnecessary stress on the young birds. Once the young chickens are fully fledged (this occurs between six to 10 weeks of age, depending on breed) and outdoor temperatures remain above 50 de

They Just Call Me the Crazy Old Bird Lady

Sort of like the crazy old woman who has too many cats, is how I came to get the title of The Crazy Old Bird Lady. It seemed like my parrots just kept multiplying.

How to Build a Wren Birdhouse

Wren birdhouses are not difficult to build, even if you are just a novice woodworker. When constructing a birdhouse for particular kind of bird, it is important to replicate the dimensions of its nesting space in a natural setting. Wrens prefer a small floor space with a tall interior. Also, you sho

Regurgitation

The definition of regurgitation and how it applies to parrots and other birds.

Brown Thrasher

Detailed bird profile of the brown thrasher: appearance, foods, habitat, behavior and reproduction. Includes conservation information and tips for how to see and attract brown thrashers.

How to Bathe Baby Turkeys & Chickens

Baby chickens and turkeys are cute, fluffy creatures who are fragile in nature and require careful attention. Sometimes, your baby poultry may become dirty, which can pose a health risk. But you can bathe and clean your baby turkeys and chickens to help keep them healthy and happy.

Friendly Chickadees

Summary: Chickadees are one of the easiest birds to attract to your garden and to tame. Learn how to hand feed these little birds along with ways to entice them to your garden.

Bobwhite Quail Habitats

The habitat of the bobwhite quail is very specialized, optimally including a mixture of several different features. Not only do bobwhites need food suitable for themselves and a safe area in which to nest, but they also require cover to hide them from their enemies. Whether you are trying to find bo

How Do You Choose a Parrot Cage For Your Parrot?

When you are in a place where you are thinking about adopting a parrot, there are many things that might be on your mind. You need to be able to find a healthy and well socialized bird and you need to look into how you can prepare your home for the new arrival.

5 Ways to Pamper Your Parrot

We are all busy these days and I know it's hard to meet all the demands in your life. But, it's time for a breather. Take an some time with each of your feathered kids and give them the royal treatment.

How to Get "Angry Birds" Rio Level on 13-12

"Angry Birds" is a best-selling game app for mobile devices in which angry birds must used to destroy pigs over a series of levels. In the "Rio" film tie-in edition of the game, viewers who watched the film's commercial during the 2011 Super Bowl were given a special treat: the opportunity to find a

How To Care For Parrots

Your parrot needs a safe, secure and happy environment to feel comfortable. You must have the correct size cage for your parrot. The location of the cage is equally important. You'll want a location that's draft free and warm enough.

Black-Capped Chickadee

Detailed bird profile of the black-capped chickadee: appearance, foods, habitat, behavior and reproduction. Includes tips for attracting black-capped chickadees to your backyard.

Bird Seed Wreath Recipes

You can find birdseed wreaths in specialty stores as well as pet centers. They can cost a hefty price, but they are tempting for their decorative quality. But birdseed wreaths are not difficult to make. The best thing is, when you make them yourself, you can make any shape (not just a wreath) and us

How to Make Money Raising Chickens

Raising chickens offers money-making opportunities. Fresh eggs, hormone-free meat and baby chicks in springtime are highly prized commodities. Even chicken feathers have value. But there are several things to consider before starting a chicken business.

How Do I Feed Orphaned Ducklings?

A female and male duck will select mates in late fall, and the nesting process will begin at the beginning of spring. The ducks will generally build the nest away from a large body of water near an area that is well hidden and free of potential predators. The duckling will hatch approximately 24 to

Optical & Mechanical Parts of a Telescope

A modern refracting telescope.refractor telescope image by Jim Mills from Fotolia.comTelescopes come in all shapes and sizes. The refracting telescope was fabricated by Galileo and is still among the most commonly used telescopes today. The technology used in refracting telescopes is...