What is the best birding field guide for Mexico? And why?
Q. I'm going to Mexico soon and I want a good, comprehensive, user friendly field guide for birds. Which one is your favorite?
Asked by swg - Sat Apr 26 20:21:13 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Guide for birds ? where in Mx r u going ?
Answered by Aidaan Rivers - Sat Apr 26 20:32:41 2008
Q. I'm going to Mexico soon and I want a good, comprehensive, user friendly field guide for birds. Which one is your favorite?
Asked by swg - Sat Apr 26 20:21:13 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Guide for birds ? where in Mx r u going ?
Answered by Aidaan Rivers - Sat Apr 26 20:32:41 2008
What are some good birding spots in Brisbane Australia?
Q. I'm going to Brisbane this February as part of a study abroad and I love to get my eyes on some of the local avifauna down there. Any suggestions? I won't likely have a car...
Asked by Will M - Mon Jan 12 02:30:23 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. The best birding spots would be Nth QLD, you need a car...
Answered by kim - Mon Jan 12 04:51:30 2009
Q. I'm going to Brisbane this February as part of a study abroad and I love to get my eyes on some of the local avifauna down there. Any suggestions? I won't likely have a car...
Asked by Will M - Mon Jan 12 02:30:23 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. The best birding spots would be Nth QLD, you need a car...
Answered by kim - Mon Jan 12 04:51:30 2009
Backyard birding folks! How do I attract orioles?
Q. I live near Seattle, WA, and I'm told there are orioles here in warmer weather. What does one do to attract these birds? I've only recently moved into a place that would allow me to see them when they're around (long story there), so what would you recommend to attract them? Thanks!
Asked by Trish JPA and Jewish Pastafarian - Thu Jan 24 17:02:16 2008 - - 3 Answers - 1 Comments
A. This may sound weird, but they LOVE grape jelly. Put it out in saucer or similar shaped container. My mother nails a big jar lid on the deck rail and goes through a jar of grape jelly a week in the spring.
Answered by Shane - Thu Jan 24 17:09:34 2008
Q. I live near Seattle, WA, and I'm told there are orioles here in warmer weather. What does one do to attract these birds? I've only recently moved into a place that would allow me to see them when they're around (long story there), so what would you recommend to attract them? Thanks!
Asked by Trish JPA and Jewish Pastafarian - Thu Jan 24 17:02:16 2008 - - 3 Answers - 1 Comments
A. This may sound weird, but they LOVE grape jelly. Put it out in saucer or similar shaped container. My mother nails a big jar lid on the deck rail and goes through a jar of grape jelly a week in the spring.
Answered by Shane - Thu Jan 24 17:09:34 2008
Who can I meet in Oregon to go "birding" with?
Q. I have my spotting scope.
Asked by Philladelphia - Fri Jun 19 21:37:29 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Visit one of the oldest and best organized Audubon societies around, the Portland Audubon Society. They are located in NW Portland, next to Forest Park where they have their own sanctuary, frequent meetings, and people going in and out every day who are interested in birding.
Answered by wallmeister - Fri Jun 19 22:53:31 2009
Q. I have my spotting scope.
Asked by Philladelphia - Fri Jun 19 21:37:29 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Visit one of the oldest and best organized Audubon societies around, the Portland Audubon Society. They are located in NW Portland, next to Forest Park where they have their own sanctuary, frequent meetings, and people going in and out every day who are interested in birding.
Answered by wallmeister - Fri Jun 19 22:53:31 2009
I need some help & advice for backyard birding. if there are any birders, plz help me!!!?
Q. Hi everyone, Im from India & i luv watching, listening & helping birds. Which is why i've decided 2 setup some birdhouses, bird-feeders & bird-baths as well. But, all the information given in the net is mostly about american birds...nothing about indian birds or in general. So, if there's any good birder( indian birder will help) , I'd really appreciate it if u cud help me. I'd like 2 know if a backyard pond or a feeder is better? what are the various types of feeders & houses 4 birds & when & where do i put them? what food?
Asked by Ramakrishna R - Mon Mar 26 03:02:17 2007 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. The good news is that many of the rules that apply to North American birds apply to Indian species ^.^ . What you'll want to provide is a wide variety of fruits, veggies and seeds, as well as different feeding platforms. Tall skinny feeders are good for the woodpeckers. Large swinging feeders are good for the perching birds who have lots of dexterity. For heavier, less agile birds, you want a large swinging feeder nailed to a post. Humming bird feeders are excellent for the hanging parrots, sun birds and any other nectar eating species. Sun birds and hanging parrots will appreciate fruit such as oranges, melons and lemon. Sun birds will also use humming bird feeders but might need perches as they're not quite as acrobatic as humming… [cont.]
Answered by white_ravens_white_crows - Mon Mar 26 06:40:01 2007
Q. Hi everyone, Im from India & i luv watching, listening & helping birds. Which is why i've decided 2 setup some birdhouses, bird-feeders & bird-baths as well. But, all the information given in the net is mostly about american birds...nothing about indian birds or in general. So, if there's any good birder( indian birder will help) , I'd really appreciate it if u cud help me. I'd like 2 know if a backyard pond or a feeder is better? what are the various types of feeders & houses 4 birds & when & where do i put them? what food?
Asked by Ramakrishna R - Mon Mar 26 03:02:17 2007 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. The good news is that many of the rules that apply to North American birds apply to Indian species ^.^ . What you'll want to provide is a wide variety of fruits, veggies and seeds, as well as different feeding platforms. Tall skinny feeders are good for the woodpeckers. Large swinging feeders are good for the perching birds who have lots of dexterity. For heavier, less agile birds, you want a large swinging feeder nailed to a post. Humming bird feeders are excellent for the hanging parrots, sun birds and any other nectar eating species. Sun birds and hanging parrots will appreciate fruit such as oranges, melons and lemon. Sun birds will also use humming bird feeders but might need perches as they're not quite as acrobatic as humming… [cont.]
Answered by white_ravens_white_crows - Mon Mar 26 06:40:01 2007
How do you get a birds lisence?
Q. I was thinking about getting a galah but i got told you have to have a special birding lisence. If so, where or how can i get one? Im from Australia, i do bird watching and there actual name is a Galah, i suppose there are alot of people here mainly from USA where they have a different name for them.. It looks like this:
Asked by JustAnotherPerson - Wed Sep 12 21:58:41 2007 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. By the name galah, I infer that you are from Austrailia. If this is the case, you can call the local authorities/ wildlife experts with this question and get a lot closer to an answer with less waiting.
Answered by Renee N - Wed Sep 12 22:08:16 2007
Q. I was thinking about getting a galah but i got told you have to have a special birding lisence. If so, where or how can i get one? Im from Australia, i do bird watching and there actual name is a Galah, i suppose there are alot of people here mainly from USA where they have a different name for them.. It looks like this:
Asked by JustAnotherPerson - Wed Sep 12 21:58:41 2007 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. By the name galah, I infer that you are from Austrailia. If this is the case, you can call the local authorities/ wildlife experts with this question and get a lot closer to an answer with less waiting.
Answered by Renee N - Wed Sep 12 22:08:16 2007
How do I keep large black birds away from my bird feeders?
Q. I have bird feeders in my yard to feed the tiny little birds that fly about, especially this time of year when it's really cold. The problem I am having is that there are alot of crow / black birds in our area and they are absolutely relentless when it comes to the bird feeders. I really don't care for these black birds at all. They eat or destroy all the food for the little birds in a short amount of time. Does any one have a sensible solution to this bird problem, besides shooting the black birds. We have plenty of woods and fields for these black birds to hang out in...Not my bird feeders!
Asked by Lynng_countrygirl - Wed Feb 7 13:57:13 2007 - - 4 Answers - 1 Comments
A. First of all why are you feeding birds anyway? Let alone the black ones...wait, is this about humans or animals. It's hard to tell the difference most of the time.
Answered by logic320 - Thu Feb 8 22:45:52 2007
Q. I have bird feeders in my yard to feed the tiny little birds that fly about, especially this time of year when it's really cold. The problem I am having is that there are alot of crow / black birds in our area and they are absolutely relentless when it comes to the bird feeders. I really don't care for these black birds at all. They eat or destroy all the food for the little birds in a short amount of time. Does any one have a sensible solution to this bird problem, besides shooting the black birds. We have plenty of woods and fields for these black birds to hang out in...Not my bird feeders!
Asked by Lynng_countrygirl - Wed Feb 7 13:57:13 2007 - - 4 Answers - 1 Comments
A. First of all why are you feeding birds anyway? Let alone the black ones...wait, is this about humans or animals. It's hard to tell the difference most of the time.
Answered by logic320 - Thu Feb 8 22:45:52 2007
birding question: pipits and longspurs, Lake Tawakoni, TX?
Q. Does anyone know if Sprague's pipits and/or Smith's longspurs might be in the vicinity of Lake Tawakoni in late March (16th through 21st)? I realize they're not common there at any time of the year, but I don't know when they would migrate out of the area.
Asked by chris b - Sun Mar 9 12:45:00 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Lake Tawakoni Preview: The 36,700-acre Lake Tawakoni, one of the state s larger manmade reservoirs, is one of the two Sabine River Authority impoundments on the main stem of the Sabine River. The river begins in north-central Texas and eventually flows into the Gulf of Mexico near Orange. Iron Bridge Dam, including the spillway, is 5.5 miles long; access is available on weekdays from 8 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. Lake Tawakoni State Park, located on the south shore off SH 2475, is in the development stage. Nearby Wills Point, advertised as the bluebird capital of America, sponsors an annual Bluebird Festival the second weekend of April. Key birds: Wood and Mottled Ducks, Crested Caracara, Greater Roadrunner, and Pileated Woodpecker are present… [cont.]
Answered by sparrow (Mediterranean Sparrow) - Sun Mar 9 12:49:42 2008
Q. Does anyone know if Sprague's pipits and/or Smith's longspurs might be in the vicinity of Lake Tawakoni in late March (16th through 21st)? I realize they're not common there at any time of the year, but I don't know when they would migrate out of the area.
Asked by chris b - Sun Mar 9 12:45:00 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Lake Tawakoni Preview: The 36,700-acre Lake Tawakoni, one of the state s larger manmade reservoirs, is one of the two Sabine River Authority impoundments on the main stem of the Sabine River. The river begins in north-central Texas and eventually flows into the Gulf of Mexico near Orange. Iron Bridge Dam, including the spillway, is 5.5 miles long; access is available on weekdays from 8 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. Lake Tawakoni State Park, located on the south shore off SH 2475, is in the development stage. Nearby Wills Point, advertised as the bluebird capital of America, sponsors an annual Bluebird Festival the second weekend of April. Key birds: Wood and Mottled Ducks, Crested Caracara, Greater Roadrunner, and Pileated Woodpecker are present… [cont.]
Answered by sparrow (Mediterranean Sparrow) - Sun Mar 9 12:49:42 2008
What is the best bird to get a pet for a child?
Q. My niece is 6 and wants a bird. I was wanting any suggestions about what is the best bird to get as a first pet bird. I was thinking about a parakeet because I had them when I was younger and enjoyed them. This bird(s) will be kept at her grandparents so she can enjoy it on her weekend visits. Is it better to get 2 birds so they can keep each other company or will 1 be ok by itself? First off, she is MY niece, not my child! And yes, I have asked her grandparents about it! And there IS a reason why she can't take it home, her mother would feed it to the cats or let it go, that's how smart and caring she is. She had a baby bird and it died and she doesn't know it yet and she'll be crushed when she comes back in a few days to an empty… [cont.]
Asked by army_sister785 - Wed Jul 4 17:54:52 2007 - - 11 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I'd choose a parakeet (budgie) rather than a love bird. If you want a bird that you can handle, I'd suggest only having one and provide it with toys to entertain itself (providing that someone takes it out for some bonding time on a regular basis). Two birds will tend to bond to one another and most likely won't want to have anything to do with you. But If you only want to watch the birds, then having a pair is nice as they would have companionship. Also, (just as a suggestion) instead of buying one from a pet store, if you're in a more populated area, there are many birds that are hand tame already that need a good home that can be found in local papers and rescue organizations...sometimes for free or at a discounted price including… [cont.]
Answered by jaspity - Wed Jul 4 18:16:36 2007
Q. My niece is 6 and wants a bird. I was wanting any suggestions about what is the best bird to get as a first pet bird. I was thinking about a parakeet because I had them when I was younger and enjoyed them. This bird(s) will be kept at her grandparents so she can enjoy it on her weekend visits. Is it better to get 2 birds so they can keep each other company or will 1 be ok by itself? First off, she is MY niece, not my child! And yes, I have asked her grandparents about it! And there IS a reason why she can't take it home, her mother would feed it to the cats or let it go, that's how smart and caring she is. She had a baby bird and it died and she doesn't know it yet and she'll be crushed when she comes back in a few days to an empty… [cont.]
Asked by army_sister785 - Wed Jul 4 17:54:52 2007 - - 11 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I'd choose a parakeet (budgie) rather than a love bird. If you want a bird that you can handle, I'd suggest only having one and provide it with toys to entertain itself (providing that someone takes it out for some bonding time on a regular basis). Two birds will tend to bond to one another and most likely won't want to have anything to do with you. But If you only want to watch the birds, then having a pair is nice as they would have companionship. Also, (just as a suggestion) instead of buying one from a pet store, if you're in a more populated area, there are many birds that are hand tame already that need a good home that can be found in local papers and rescue organizations...sometimes for free or at a discounted price including… [cont.]
Answered by jaspity - Wed Jul 4 18:16:36 2007
WHy are there so many birds suddenly gathering around my house?
Q. We don't have a bird feeder, or birdboxes. but recently there have been several species of birds coming to nest in our window sills (we have a wall of a bunch of windows, and now there at 3 birds nests in them) also, birds will continuously throw themselves up against the glass. i woudn't be so freaked, but the birds are all diffrent kinds. as i write this now i am listening to two diffrent birds throw themselves against a window. I don't mind this...it just strikes me as odd. and it has never happened before in all of the years i've lived here. anyone have any answers?
Asked by Caitie B - Thu May 3 15:36:21 2007 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Maybe you smell like fish. Are they seagulls.
Answered by Rick S - Thu May 3 15:50:36 2007
Q. We don't have a bird feeder, or birdboxes. but recently there have been several species of birds coming to nest in our window sills (we have a wall of a bunch of windows, and now there at 3 birds nests in them) also, birds will continuously throw themselves up against the glass. i woudn't be so freaked, but the birds are all diffrent kinds. as i write this now i am listening to two diffrent birds throw themselves against a window. I don't mind this...it just strikes me as odd. and it has never happened before in all of the years i've lived here. anyone have any answers?
Asked by Caitie B - Thu May 3 15:36:21 2007 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Maybe you smell like fish. Are they seagulls.
Answered by Rick S - Thu May 3 15:50:36 2007
How do you get a bird or birds to use a bird house?
Q. If you can tell me tips on what you can do to get birds to use a bird house. I have always made wonderful birdhouses but the birds never use them.I would also like if you can tell me what type of birdhouse works best. Thank you so much.
Asked by Tyler G - Sun Apr 20 23:27:07 2008 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Most birds will only use bird hoses if it looks inviting to them. They will also only use it if the food that they eat is in there. Monitor your garden for a while, and see where the birds sit the most everyday. When you see where they like sitting the most, go and find a sturdy branch to hang the bird house on. They will soon see it, and it will draw their attention. Eventually they will take interest and go investigate what the "thing with the food is". Just give it some time. I breed with alot of birds and i hang my bird houses outside by my aviarys. It just seems to attract them when they see food. Mixed bird seed is a good source of food to offer them. I also make my own bird houses.. and i love watching them investigate whats on… [cont.]
Answered by Ash - Mon Apr 21 00:02:52 2008
Q. If you can tell me tips on what you can do to get birds to use a bird house. I have always made wonderful birdhouses but the birds never use them.I would also like if you can tell me what type of birdhouse works best. Thank you so much.
Asked by Tyler G - Sun Apr 20 23:27:07 2008 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Most birds will only use bird hoses if it looks inviting to them. They will also only use it if the food that they eat is in there. Monitor your garden for a while, and see where the birds sit the most everyday. When you see where they like sitting the most, go and find a sturdy branch to hang the bird house on. They will soon see it, and it will draw their attention. Eventually they will take interest and go investigate what the "thing with the food is". Just give it some time. I breed with alot of birds and i hang my bird houses outside by my aviarys. It just seems to attract them when they see food. Mixed bird seed is a good source of food to offer them. I also make my own bird houses.. and i love watching them investigate whats on… [cont.]
Answered by Ash - Mon Apr 21 00:02:52 2008
How do I keep birds from eating flowers in my container garden?
Q. I have also seen squirrels and chipmunks, so I bought Shake Away--it seemed to work for the most part if I keep putting it out there. I also bought a pinwheel and some hologram ribbon that is supposed to keep birds away, but these have not worked--the birds keep going into the containers. I've replaced some of my flowers already, and when I see that they've been dug up (sometimes they've been removed completely and put on the ground) I just replant and hope that the roots take hold again. I have always lived on the second floor with a porch garden, and never had problems like this, even though there were a lot of birds. Now I'm on the first floor and I can't get them to stay away. There were a lot of neighbors that had bird feeders,… [cont.]
Asked by Violet777 - Sun May 20 17:03:46 2007 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. You can try sound at different intervals--loud bangs or such to scare the little buggers away. Of course there is always my huskies!!! Or maybe a cat--my Murphy hunts extremely well and chases all the birds from the lawn! Birds are tough because you are not always there to shoo them away. My daughter just emailed a picture of a nest of hatchlings in her hanging annual plant off her front pourch. They do not harm the flowers, just nest between them. Also you may try to go a season without any containers to see if they forget about you next year! may you should feed them so they leave the flowers alone!! In any event good luck! Jane
Answered by houseplant doctor - Sun May 20 18:39:04 2007
Q. I have also seen squirrels and chipmunks, so I bought Shake Away--it seemed to work for the most part if I keep putting it out there. I also bought a pinwheel and some hologram ribbon that is supposed to keep birds away, but these have not worked--the birds keep going into the containers. I've replaced some of my flowers already, and when I see that they've been dug up (sometimes they've been removed completely and put on the ground) I just replant and hope that the roots take hold again. I have always lived on the second floor with a porch garden, and never had problems like this, even though there were a lot of birds. Now I'm on the first floor and I can't get them to stay away. There were a lot of neighbors that had bird feeders,… [cont.]
Asked by Violet777 - Sun May 20 17:03:46 2007 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. You can try sound at different intervals--loud bangs or such to scare the little buggers away. Of course there is always my huskies!!! Or maybe a cat--my Murphy hunts extremely well and chases all the birds from the lawn! Birds are tough because you are not always there to shoo them away. My daughter just emailed a picture of a nest of hatchlings in her hanging annual plant off her front pourch. They do not harm the flowers, just nest between them. Also you may try to go a season without any containers to see if they forget about you next year! may you should feed them so they leave the flowers alone!! In any event good luck! Jane
Answered by houseplant doctor - Sun May 20 18:39:04 2007
What type of pet bird would be good for a beginner bird owner?
Q. I'm reserching pet birds. I've never owned one before. So , I don't know what type of bird would be a good starter bird. Any suggestions?
Asked by ashley_clark50 - Thu Jan 4 18:56:43 2007 - - 13 Answers - 0 Comments
A. it really depends on several things. How much are you expecting to pay, what's too much? Do you want the bird to talk (beware, even species known to talk will not always talk)? Do you have a lot of time? Do you want it to sing? Do you want to just look at it? Parakeets (budgies) and cockatiels are easy to keep, friendly, lower in cost range, and very popular. Kind of a gateway bird. If you are looking for something more exotic and have a lot of time, patience, and love, then small conures and caiques make adorable little clowns...but they are loud, notoriously nippy, and will not talk. Some smaller birds that require a bit more care but offer lots of love are parolttes and love birds, but do a lot of research! If you just want… [cont.]
Answered by lemonnpuff - Thu Jan 4 22:03:04 2007
Q. I'm reserching pet birds. I've never owned one before. So , I don't know what type of bird would be a good starter bird. Any suggestions?
Asked by ashley_clark50 - Thu Jan 4 18:56:43 2007 - - 13 Answers - 0 Comments
A. it really depends on several things. How much are you expecting to pay, what's too much? Do you want the bird to talk (beware, even species known to talk will not always talk)? Do you have a lot of time? Do you want it to sing? Do you want to just look at it? Parakeets (budgies) and cockatiels are easy to keep, friendly, lower in cost range, and very popular. Kind of a gateway bird. If you are looking for something more exotic and have a lot of time, patience, and love, then small conures and caiques make adorable little clowns...but they are loud, notoriously nippy, and will not talk. Some smaller birds that require a bit more care but offer lots of love are parolttes and love birds, but do a lot of research! If you just want… [cont.]
Answered by lemonnpuff - Thu Jan 4 22:03:04 2007
How can I attract birds to my bird feeders?
Q. We live in the midwest and I've hung out 6 bird feeders, we're offering niger seed, sunflower seed, mixed seed, suet...I also have a heated dish with water. All we get is squirrels which I don't want. My neighbors just dump a 25 pound bag of seed on their grass and the birds go over there but they don't come to my feeders...even when the neighbors seed is used up. I also put out bread crumbs and bits of strawberries hoping some birds that like fruit would stop by. I've taken down a flag thinking may be it was scaring them. Any ideas?
Asked by Brokn - Sat Mar 3 22:51:35 2007 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I'm pretty sure you can find a lot of info on this on the web, but a few things impact what you might attract. The height of the feeder and the seed in it - different birds like different heights and food. Proximity to cover - different bird types will either want to eat out in the open where things can't sneak up on them while others will like to be near some bushes or trees so they can make a fast getaway. Any possibilities you've got cats or dogs hanging around? Even if they're just lazing around inside your house near the windows this might scare off birds, or there could be some other cat(s) lurking on or near your property. The squirrels themselves might be keeping the birds from coming by. I guess your neighbor's visiting birds… [cont.]
Answered by mattzcoz - Sat Mar 3 23:07:56 2007
Q. We live in the midwest and I've hung out 6 bird feeders, we're offering niger seed, sunflower seed, mixed seed, suet...I also have a heated dish with water. All we get is squirrels which I don't want. My neighbors just dump a 25 pound bag of seed on their grass and the birds go over there but they don't come to my feeders...even when the neighbors seed is used up. I also put out bread crumbs and bits of strawberries hoping some birds that like fruit would stop by. I've taken down a flag thinking may be it was scaring them. Any ideas?
Asked by Brokn - Sat Mar 3 22:51:35 2007 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I'm pretty sure you can find a lot of info on this on the web, but a few things impact what you might attract. The height of the feeder and the seed in it - different birds like different heights and food. Proximity to cover - different bird types will either want to eat out in the open where things can't sneak up on them while others will like to be near some bushes or trees so they can make a fast getaway. Any possibilities you've got cats or dogs hanging around? Even if they're just lazing around inside your house near the windows this might scare off birds, or there could be some other cat(s) lurking on or near your property. The squirrels themselves might be keeping the birds from coming by. I guess your neighbor's visiting birds… [cont.]
Answered by mattzcoz - Sat Mar 3 23:07:56 2007
How to kill birds that eat my dogs food and drink my dogs water?
Q. I know that birds carry things that could hurt my dog. I feel sorry for my dog that has to eat/drink after these birds. The bird droppings are everywhere including in my dogs food and water. I have tried the fake Owls and streamers and nothing works.
Asked by help please - Mon Feb 16 17:35:49 2009 - - 11 Answers - 0 Comments
A. feed the dog inside
Answered by Dalai - Mon Feb 16 17:39:46 2009
Q. I know that birds carry things that could hurt my dog. I feel sorry for my dog that has to eat/drink after these birds. The bird droppings are everywhere including in my dogs food and water. I have tried the fake Owls and streamers and nothing works.
Asked by help please - Mon Feb 16 17:35:49 2009 - - 11 Answers - 0 Comments
A. feed the dog inside
Answered by Dalai - Mon Feb 16 17:39:46 2009
What is a good bird for a first time bird owner?
Q. I am kinda partial to the parrot family! The McCaw and the African Grey seem like fun pets! But I want to be sure I am not getting myself into more than I can handle! I've never owned a bird before but have family and friends that do! What would be a good first time parrot!? It doesn't have to be a parrot! But I'd like a bird I can handle! Hold, carry around, (talking birds would be great too) not just a bird that lives 100% in the cage! Also I don't mind a sqwaky bird but i do not want a screamer! I also have a 2 year old daughter and 2 small dogs under 15 lbs! What kind and where would I find a bird vet? Also besides the bird itself and a cage what do I need to buy to make sure my new baby is healthy and happy! Thanks in advance!
Asked by DoggyCrazy - Mon Mar 26 17:21:03 2007 - - 15 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I would vote for a conure {there are many different types} but be sure it's a handfed baby, their very use to being handled and people. The males can be very good talkers {especially Blue Crown conures}, My female could talk some. Get books {with new copy dates not OLD ones} they have improved the knowledge on raising a healthy and happy birds. BirdTalk magazine has many breeders listed, you might find on e near you. As far a bird vet, you want an Avian vet. And as far as supplies this will vary depending what type of bird you get. I envy you starting with a baby bird it can be the best experince.
Answered by pet lover - Mon Mar 26 17:33:37 2007
Q. I am kinda partial to the parrot family! The McCaw and the African Grey seem like fun pets! But I want to be sure I am not getting myself into more than I can handle! I've never owned a bird before but have family and friends that do! What would be a good first time parrot!? It doesn't have to be a parrot! But I'd like a bird I can handle! Hold, carry around, (talking birds would be great too) not just a bird that lives 100% in the cage! Also I don't mind a sqwaky bird but i do not want a screamer! I also have a 2 year old daughter and 2 small dogs under 15 lbs! What kind and where would I find a bird vet? Also besides the bird itself and a cage what do I need to buy to make sure my new baby is healthy and happy! Thanks in advance!
Asked by DoggyCrazy - Mon Mar 26 17:21:03 2007 - - 15 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I would vote for a conure {there are many different types} but be sure it's a handfed baby, their very use to being handled and people. The males can be very good talkers {especially Blue Crown conures}, My female could talk some. Get books {with new copy dates not OLD ones} they have improved the knowledge on raising a healthy and happy birds. BirdTalk magazine has many breeders listed, you might find on e near you. As far a bird vet, you want an Avian vet. And as far as supplies this will vary depending what type of bird you get. I envy you starting with a baby bird it can be the best experince.
Answered by pet lover - Mon Mar 26 17:33:37 2007
what happens if a bird flies into a plane engine?
Q. i was on a plane yesterday and i was watching the wing and the engine to see if any birds flew in. its pretty big and it has a big opening, i dont see how birds never fly in there and damage anything. anyone know what would happen if a bird did fly into the engine?
Asked by devyn - Fri Mar 30 19:58:14 2007 - - 23 Answers - 1 Comments
A. This is a few of the FAA's bird strike reports ... " compiled over 46,000 strike reports from 1,400 airports, 1990-2002 (about 6,000 strikes in 2002), but estimate that this represents only about 20% of the strikes that have occurred. The following examples from the database are presented to show the serious impacts that strikes by birds or other wildlife can have on aircraft. FK-100 Aircraft struck a flock of geese and ingested one after takeoff. Engine vibration caused crew to reduce power to idle Nose was damaged. Several blades were deformed. Engine was replaced. Bird was identified by the Smithsonian. Cost of repairs and lost revenue totaled $654,000. Aircraft was out of service for 8 days. Regional Jet Aircraft struck wild… [cont.]
Answered by isis - Sat Mar 31 23:49:17 2007
Q. i was on a plane yesterday and i was watching the wing and the engine to see if any birds flew in. its pretty big and it has a big opening, i dont see how birds never fly in there and damage anything. anyone know what would happen if a bird did fly into the engine?
Asked by devyn - Fri Mar 30 19:58:14 2007 - - 23 Answers - 1 Comments
A. This is a few of the FAA's bird strike reports ... " compiled over 46,000 strike reports from 1,400 airports, 1990-2002 (about 6,000 strikes in 2002), but estimate that this represents only about 20% of the strikes that have occurred. The following examples from the database are presented to show the serious impacts that strikes by birds or other wildlife can have on aircraft. FK-100 Aircraft struck a flock of geese and ingested one after takeoff. Engine vibration caused crew to reduce power to idle Nose was damaged. Several blades were deformed. Engine was replaced. Bird was identified by the Smithsonian. Cost of repairs and lost revenue totaled $654,000. Aircraft was out of service for 8 days. Regional Jet Aircraft struck wild… [cont.]
Answered by isis - Sat Mar 31 23:49:17 2007
What does it mean for a bird to die in a home?
Q. I have had birds most of my life, I remember having 12 birds, but they each died mysterious deaths, some freaky. Like the time my Finch Nene mysteriously literaly exploded, as in guts and blood on the wall and an open chest cavity. I have heard that a dying bird indicates someone's death, it makes sense but at times when my birds have died I don't remember any person I knew to die.
Asked by Daniel - Sun Jun 22 03:20:12 2008 - - 4 Answers - 1 Comments
A. It means you don't know what the hell you are doing and are killing birds. That isn't hard to figure out. It would seem to reasonable thinking people that after having 12 birds die that you would buy a book and learn about what it is you are trying to keep in captivity. Instead of blindly groping around and killing innocent birds while trying to learn. I would seem to reasonable thinking people that you haven't learned much if you keep killing the birds. I think I would have asked before killing that many birds. Books are cheap on Ebay. Buy a book instead of another bird to kill. Seem like that would be the most sensible thing to do. Instead of coming on here after you have murdered 12 birds. I have been raising birds all my life. I… [cont.]
Answered by Pigeonboy - Sun Jun 22 11:14:08 2008
Q. I have had birds most of my life, I remember having 12 birds, but they each died mysterious deaths, some freaky. Like the time my Finch Nene mysteriously literaly exploded, as in guts and blood on the wall and an open chest cavity. I have heard that a dying bird indicates someone's death, it makes sense but at times when my birds have died I don't remember any person I knew to die.
Asked by Daniel - Sun Jun 22 03:20:12 2008 - - 4 Answers - 1 Comments
A. It means you don't know what the hell you are doing and are killing birds. That isn't hard to figure out. It would seem to reasonable thinking people that after having 12 birds die that you would buy a book and learn about what it is you are trying to keep in captivity. Instead of blindly groping around and killing innocent birds while trying to learn. I would seem to reasonable thinking people that you haven't learned much if you keep killing the birds. I think I would have asked before killing that many birds. Books are cheap on Ebay. Buy a book instead of another bird to kill. Seem like that would be the most sensible thing to do. Instead of coming on here after you have murdered 12 birds. I have been raising birds all my life. I… [cont.]
Answered by Pigeonboy - Sun Jun 22 11:14:08 2008
How do birds know when to return to the north for mating season?
Q. I am asking this question for my husband. He wants to know how a bird that flys south for the winter knows when to fly north for mating season. Example: the Red Breasted Robin flys south for the winter months and then returns north in the early springtime to nest. What instincts, or what in nature tells the birds to return to the north? We both thank you for any and all answers in advance.
Asked by soulful thinker - Sat Mar 17 15:28:27 2007 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. There are both "proximate" and "ultimate" causes to why a bird migrates. It can deal with shortening or lengthing of daylight, food supply, celestial cues (stars), hormones, etc. I added some links that will hopefully help you two understand migration a bit more.
Answered by natureutt78 - Sat Mar 17 15:58:10 2007
Q. I am asking this question for my husband. He wants to know how a bird that flys south for the winter knows when to fly north for mating season. Example: the Red Breasted Robin flys south for the winter months and then returns north in the early springtime to nest. What instincts, or what in nature tells the birds to return to the north? We both thank you for any and all answers in advance.
Asked by soulful thinker - Sat Mar 17 15:28:27 2007 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. There are both "proximate" and "ultimate" causes to why a bird migrates. It can deal with shortening or lengthing of daylight, food supply, celestial cues (stars), hormones, etc. I added some links that will hopefully help you two understand migration a bit more.
Answered by natureutt78 - Sat Mar 17 15:58:10 2007
How can I attract birds to my bird feeder?
Q. I put up a bird feeder a couple of days ago, and not one single bird has come near it... I tried putting bird seed on the ground and I was successful in getting the attention of some blue jays, but they avoided the feeder... Does anyone know why birds are avoiding my feeder? Does anyone know how to get the birds to feed from my feeder? Should I buy a bird bath? BTW I live in south Florida...
Asked by Jo - Wed Jun 11 14:00:26 2008 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Just keep it full of seed and give it time. It took about a month for the birds to really get used to our feeder. Our bird feeder is usually only busy early in the morning. Btw... try a dish of peanuts... blue jays love peanuts... A bird bath can't hurt if you want. It's fun to watch them come get drinks and clean themselves. ... west-central florida
Answered by Jenn D - Wed Jun 11 14:13:57 2008
Q. I put up a bird feeder a couple of days ago, and not one single bird has come near it... I tried putting bird seed on the ground and I was successful in getting the attention of some blue jays, but they avoided the feeder... Does anyone know why birds are avoiding my feeder? Does anyone know how to get the birds to feed from my feeder? Should I buy a bird bath? BTW I live in south Florida...
Asked by Jo - Wed Jun 11 14:00:26 2008 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Just keep it full of seed and give it time. It took about a month for the birds to really get used to our feeder. Our bird feeder is usually only busy early in the morning. Btw... try a dish of peanuts... blue jays love peanuts... A bird bath can't hurt if you want. It's fun to watch them come get drinks and clean themselves. ... west-central florida
Answered by Jenn D - Wed Jun 11 14:13:57 2008
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