SELECTING A BIRD
One has to take their own time and do some research especially
if you are a novice, before picking the right bird for you. There are
a number of factors to be taken into consideration when you choose a bird to
suit your lifestyle. When you choose a breed, you should consider the housing
requirements, size, noise level, temperament and time commitment you could make
and of course, the price you could afford.
Do some research, i.e attend bird club meetings, ask questions,
talk to people who have already had pets and have knowledge like a reputable
breeder who can give advice on choosing the right species.
The nesting or housing requirements depends on the size of the bird. Large
birds need a lot of space to roam or fly around and to stretch their wings while
some smaller birds need just enough space to climb. Whatever the species, the
bird should have enough space to exercise and fly. Another consideration is
the bird's care requirements and the time you are willing to spare for them.
Smaller birds like Canaries are simple to take care of and take up less of your
time in caring and cleaning. A pair of birds may need much lesser attention
from you than a single one. Consider a bird with a relatively shorter lifespan
if you are not too keen on long term commitment. The noise factor and the temperament
are other considerations for choosing a species. Some birds can be really screechy
or noisy while some others whistle or sing sweetly.
For a first time bird buyer, smaller birds like Pigeons, Mynah,
Love birds, Parakeets which are comparatively less expensive and can be hand
tamed; and Canaries which can sing, are the best choices. As one gains experience
with birds, one can choose the cheerful Cockatiels which can be hand tamed and
then again some of the larger ones like the eagle, macaws, cockatoos or the
more beautiful and exotic types such as the Amazon, the green parrot from South
America etc.
Once you decide on the breed that you would like to have, it
is advisable that you look out to pick the best one from the lot. Ideally you
should observe the bird on more than one or two occasions. Observe the activity
level compared with the other birds in the cage. The bird should be active and
its feathers should be shiny and sleek. Have the bird checked out with
a avian veterinary doctor before the purchase if possible, and if not as
soon after the purchase.
It is always better and safer to get your pet bird from a reliable
source. A reputable breeder or a bird pet shop who have a good knowledge as
well as a bright and clean environment may be the right place to buy one. One
can also make enquiries about a particular place from people who had already
bought from them. If the price quoted is too good to be true, always take care
to find out whether they are legal or not. If you are looking for imported
birds, make sure that they are not smuggled. Legally imported birds would have
stainless steel leg bands.
Questions of
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18.7.2010 By : sophia , royapuram, royapuram
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A Eagle come into my house is it good or bad
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Hi Sophia, yes its really very good that eagle is comming to your home. accordingly to hindu's its considered as one of the god. and more over its one of the oldest bird veriety in india. | |
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Everything is good in how we are taking in our mind there is nothing to worry if you willing you try to make that eagle as your pet. more than human beings we can trust pets
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2.7.2010 By : J. Ravi iyer , HUBLI, HUBLI
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Give me the list of legally sold purchased domestic birds in India.
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16.3.2010 By : R.M.Janarthanan , Chennai
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How to find female & male in African love bird and cockootail?
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LUTINO,LOVE BIRD,ALBEINO.
1) If u want to check male-female of the above birds without touch, u put CORN upper cover in the cage, only female cut it in a very think stick then put her feathes and go into her nets, then put it down and again do the same. Male never take this.
2) Catch one by one and check lower bone gape, female has big gape n male is small gape. | |
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