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Raising Young Birds: From Nest to Independent Eating Birds

Raising Young Birds: From Nest to Independent Eating

Young birds should move only when fully independent. Learn why weaning, parent rearing and careful handling matter.

1 min read · 26-06-2026

Setting Up an Aviary or Bird Cage: From Perches to Bathing Birds

Setting Up an Aviary or Bird Cage: From Perches to Bathing

Birds fly horizontally, so width matters more than height. Learn the basic layout principles that keep birds healthier.

1 min read · 25-06-2026

A Tame Bird: What It Means and How to Work Toward It Birds

A Tame Bird: What It Means and How to Work Toward It

"Hand-tame" is used loosely in bird adverts. Learn what it really means, how to check it and how to build trust.

1 min read · 24-06-2026

Leg Rings and CITES for Birds: What Is Required and What Does It Prove? Birds

Leg Rings and CITES for Birds: What Is Required and What Does It Prove?

Closed leg rings can prove captive breeding, and protected species may need CITES documents. Buyers should know what to check.

1 min read · 23-06-2026

Buying a Bird: Checklist for a Healthy Start Birds

Buying a Bird: Checklist for a Healthy Start

From budgies to finches, learn how to recognise a healthy bird, ask the right questions and avoid impulse purchases.

1 min read · 22-06-2026