Pictures, Stories Needed August 10, 2007
Posted by Andrew in : Misc , add a comment...please?I’m sending out another request for photos of your bird(s) and or stories that I can feature here.
Though I would be thrilled to receive photos of any type of bird, I would be especially glad to get the following types:
- Quaker parrot
- Rosella
- African grey
- Eclectus
Thanks!
Send submissions to andrew@birdaday.com
Please be sure to include your website or blog with the photo/story so I can include it with the post.
A Cockatiel Starwars August 9, 2007
Posted by Andrew in : Cockatiel , 1 comment so farLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOL this is soo hilarious! I don’t like starwars but this is really brilliant… Cockatiel star wars! ^_^
Cockatiel Bird Cages – How To Choose The Right One August 5, 2007
Posted by Andrew in : Articles,Cockatiel , 1 comment so farWithout a doubt, cockatiels are beautiful birds and make for wonderful pets in any home. The biggest issue with this kind of bird will be choosing the right type of cockatiel bird cage. Here are some tips on what to look for.
When you go to pick out any bird cage, whether for a cockatiel, parrot or other exotic bird, be sure you understand the needs of the bird first.
A cockatiel is a pretty small bird relatively speaking, but they like to have a lot of room to move around. This makes getting a large bird cage a must.
As you may already know, a cockatiel is a ground feeder and spends most of its time walking around scouring the ground for food. Therefore, your pet will need to have at least an 18″ x 18″ area. If you can swing it, find an even bigger bird cage. They will be happy with the extra room.
Another important area to be aware of is keeping the cage clean. This is where a grated bottom will work well. It allows bird dropping and used food to fall through to the bottom tray and makes for an overall healthier bird.
The height of a cockatiel bird cage is not so much an important consideration as is the ground size.
Also, the materials that make up the cage are strictly a personal choice. You can find cages made from plastic, iron, wood and many others as well. Just be sure your bird can’t get its head stuck in the cage. Bar spacing is something you will want to watch out for.
Buying your cockatiel a few toys and accessories will also make for a happier bird. Keep these tips in mind when selecting a bird cage and you will not have any problems in keeping your pet happy and healthy.
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Letter to Pass Around on Bird Theft Ring August 3, 2007
Posted by Andrew in : News , add a comment...please?Hi to all,
Two birds were stolen in Spokane, WA from two local bird stores- The Bird Shop and Bird Lovers Outlet. A recently weaned Goffins Cockatoo was stolen from one and a yellow collared macaw that was not weaned, from another. The same woman stole these birds from both stores. This woman is named Brandy and resides at 1908 W. Garland, Spokane WA. Her home phone number is (509) 891-4000. Her physical description is a Caucasian woman in her mid 30′s. She is between 5’2″ and 5’5″ and weighs around 250 lbs. She rarely works alone and was seen in one store with a Hispanic male and in the other store with an African American woman. The womans children are of mixed race varying from Caucasian to African American backgrounds. The children have been seen both with the woman and alone, enterring stores before or after their mother when not with her. Another woman named in this is named Cathy Trombinas(sp?). I do not have any other information on her. This woman returned to one of the stores and made direct inquiries as to the whereabouts of one bird claiming she had been interested in purchasing it. She asked to be placed on a list to be called when new babies came in.
A relative of Brandy’s turned her in to one of the store owners after having seen a reward posted on Craigslist. Another store also disclosed that the woman was in one of their national chain stores trying to “return” stolen bird supplies for money.
Upon arrival at this womans house, she was found trying to secret the baby Goffins from her home. It was taken by force by one of the store owners and demands were made for the other bird. The police had been called already but had not arrived.
This woman adamantly claimed the bird was hers and that she had purchased it. She then changed her story and made comment that the macaw had already been sold. She claimed she sold it in a Walmart parking lot. She also claimed to have sold an Amazon to a rescue in Post Falls to a man named Mitch. No such rescue is known to exist there, but a man named Mitch from Post Falls has frequented local stores. It is not known if he is a part of all this or not.
The woman did let one of the store owners enter her home after the Goffin had been recovered. The only cage in the house was a small parakeet sized cage. It is assumed the Goffin was kept in this.
When the police arrived, she changed her story numerous times finally admitting that she knew where the other bird was but refused to have it produced. The bird store owners both promised to not press charges if it were returned. She finally relented to have the bird brought back. She asked that the news crew present (Khq Q-6 tv) be told to leave, but luckily that was not a demand willing to be met.
Further discussion with the officers disclosed that the woman was part of a very large bird theft ring that stole birds state and areawide and sold them statewide. They would enter stores and put birds in their clothes or in a purse and walk out. The woman admitted to being a part of this ring that stole birds from Evergreen Pet Store, Petco, Petsmart and stores located all over outside of Spokane.
Help put an end to this Bird Theft Ring. Pass on this information or add more information you may know. Be aware that these people have no scruples and indications were made that birds may have been traded to settle debts that may or may not be drug related as well. These people may have even stolen birds from private parties. They must be stopped. If you have any other information, have been a victim, or know of someone who has, please contact your local authorities or feel free to let me know. Any and all help is appreciated.
Both birds recovered were dehydrated, hungry and weak, but otherwise ok. They both will have to be quarantined as it is unknown what other birds or situations they were subjected to.
Thank you and God Bless,
Tracy
Pampered Parrots Avian Rescue
a 501(c) Exotic Bird Rescue and Sanctuary
509-218-3438
pamperedparrots@msn.com
www.pamperedparrots.org
Friend’s Parrotlet Wins Photo Contest August 2, 2007
Posted by Andrew in : Misc,Reviews , add a comment...please?A friend’s parrotlet has won first place in the LittleFeatheredBuddies monthly photo contest!
I think he makes a perfect winner, don’t you? ^_^
Check out the Little Feathered Buddies forum at http://z6.invisionfree.com/LFB/index.php?act=idx
The Human Hummingbird Feeder August 1, 2007
Posted by Andrew in : hummingbird,Wild Birds , 18 commentsI got these AMAZING photos in an email thats going around.
Enjoy!
Human Hummingbird Feeder!
This lady is Abigail Alfano of Pine, Louisiana – - she did not do it for a lark but had studied them daily and one morning put the cup in her hand with water in it. They had gotten used to her standing by the feeder and came over to her hand. She says in touching they are as light as a feather. Said if she had known her husband would take pictures she would have put on makeup !!
This is something I have never seen before. This lady lives in a Hummingbird fly zone. As they migrated, about 20 of them were in her yard. Just for a lark, she took the little red dish and filled it with sugar water and this is the result.
PRETTY AMAZING.
I hope you enjoyed the hummingbirds pictures.
Learn how to attract hummingbirds to your yard!
