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Information on Blue Silkie Chickens
Blue silkie chickens, or blue siklie bantams, are a breed of chicken native to China. They are often raised in the United States and even compete in chicken shows. Blue silkie chickens were observed and documented by Marco Polo during his expeditions to the Orient in the 13th century.
How to Find Squirrel Nests
Tree squirrels are common throughout the United States, in urban and rural areas alike. Though some find squirrels annoying, others enjoy watching the beneficial rodents jump through trees, eat acorns and scurry around. If you notice squirrels in your area, it shouldn't be hard to find the nest. Squ
Frugivorous
Defines the term "frugivorous" in terms of a bird's diet, with examples of frugivorous bird species and how to attract them.
Things to Know About Buying Backyard Bird Feeders
Nourishing wild birds in your yard is a fun and enlightening experience. The best way to tempt birds into your backyard is to establish backyard bird feeders. Backyard feeders are gadgets that dispense food for birds to eat. A bird feeder attaches to a stationary facility, such as a hook, post, or t
Why Do Bluebirds Hate You? Find This and Other Answers!
Learn the answers to your craziest birding questions in Why Do Bluebirds Hate Me? and even get answers to questions you never knew you had.
Why is Your Parrot's Diet So Important?
If you want the best health for your parrot you need to understand a lot regarding its diet. So many people make the mistake of just feeding their beloved pet a diet of seeds. Easy in every sense of the word and quite often cheap. Misinformed parrot owners believe it adequate in keeping their compan
How to Raise Egg Producing Chicken Breeds
The fact is, all chickens are egg producing chicken breeds. All female chickens will lay eggs during their lifetime, assuming they are healthy and receive proper nutrition. Some chicken breeds are better for egg production than others, as certain ones produce more eggs than others. So if
Parrots as Pets
According to The Humane Society of the United States, pet birds, including different types of parrots, were the third most popular pet behind cats and dogs in 2010. There are over 350 kinds of parrots, ranging in size from the buff-faced pygmy at 3.2 inches tall to the hyacinth macaw at 3.3 feet tal
How to Size Binoculars
In certain scenarios, such as hunting, sports spectating, and bird watching, binoculars are a must. In other situations, such as watching a play from the back row or gazing from the rooftop of a skyscraper, binoculars can definitely enhance your viewing experience. For correct use, you'll need to pi
Top Fun and Easy Homemade Bird Treat Recipes
Making homemade bird treats is a great way to boost your pet bird's nutrition and offer more variety in your bird's diet -- plus, making treats at home can be a lot of fun, and save money over buying expensive pre-made treats at pet supply stores. Try your hand at some of the fun and easy
How to Sex a Silkie Chicken
Silkie chickens are among the most androgynous animals on the farm. With long, soft fur that is said to feel like silk, they're beautiful and delicate animals. It is impossible to tell at birth whether your silkie is a male or a female, as both sexes have internal sexual organs and their distinguish
Information on Runner Ducks
Runner Ducks are sweet natured and for this reason they make excellent pets. They are easy to care for as long as they recieve the correct food and have access to a warm, suitable Duck House.
Macaws As Pets - 4 Tips For a Healthy Pet Macaw
Macaws are wonderfully intelligent and beautiful birds that, with proper care, can live 30, 40 and sometimes 50 years or longer. Here are 4 tips for care that will help them enjoy high quality of life and live for a very long time.
How to Make Birdhouses
Building a wooden birdhouse is a simple wood craft, commonly performed in beginner level wood shop courses. Making your own birdhouse is a fun craft, and in addition, it comes with the added benefit of providing you with a house to hang and, if it becomes the home for a family of birds, the opportun
The Wood Thrush Sings A Pretty Song
Facts about the Wood Thrush. Songbirds suffered a decline after World War II.
How to Buy a Parrot Cage
Now that you've decided to create a beautiful home for your pet bird or Parrot you must now choose a birdcage to house your pet. Take into consideration some of the safety and health and growth concerns of your bird when checking out available options, choosing the right cage will be one of the
Compare Ipe Wood Decking to Pine Decking
Ipe wood has been introduced into the market for use in outside decking, deck chairs, deck swings and outdoor playhouses. This is an exotic hardwood that is extremely hard and durable.
Bird Feeder Crafts for Pre-K
A bird feeder is a beautiful way to attract birds to your backyard during any season. Even better, making your own, simple bird feeder is a craft you can perform with pre-kindergarteners that will entertain them and allow them to become a part of nature's activities. Inexpensive and simple to make,
Is Birdseed with Peanut Butter Good for Birds?
Backyard bird feeders can draw in a wide array of species and bring the avid bird watcher hours of enjoyment. Peanut-butter and seed concoctions have been a favored choice among birds and people alike, though their combined benefit is often questioned.
What Do Owl Pellets Look Like?
Owl pellets are very common sights in forested areas and anywhere carnivorous birds, known as raptors, flourish. Scraps of undigested matter expelled in a thick ball, owl pellets, and bird pellets in general (sometimes referred to as "castings"), all have a general look to them, but vary slightly de