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The Natural History of the Black, Red-Tailed and Glossy Cockatoos

[…]the loud clicking sounds made by their broad, powerful bills when feeding and their odd habit of flying about on moonlit nights. Red-tailed cockatoos vary greatly in their behavior from place to place.  Some populations are nomadic, appearing suddenly at locales from which they have long been absent, perhaps in […]
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Bird-Keeping Adventures – Caring for a Pel’s Fishing Owl

[…]stalk cats in NYC and parrots in Costa Rica, massive Eagle Owls capable of taking deer fawns, day-flying Hawk Owls…the list goes on.  Among the most unique are those that specialize in hunting fishes, known collectively as Fish or Fishing Owls. I first made their acquaintance when I began working […]
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The Diamond Dove (Geopelia cuneata) in the Wild and Captivity – Part I, Natural History

[…]but large flocks form during Australia’s winter. Diamond Doves favor open habitats within flying distance of water – sparsely wooded areas, grasslands and desert fringes, but sometimes occur in parks and gardens as well. Diet Grass seeds of various types form the majority of the diet, with ants and other […]
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Kea Parrot Intelligence Shocks Researchers

[…]Kea image referenced from wikipedia and originally posted by Mark Whatmough Adult Kea Flying image referenced from wikipedia and originally posted by Chmehl Kea Bill image referenced from wikipedia and originally posted by […]

Hand Rearing Palm Cockatoos, Probosciger aterrimus – Part 2

[…]breaks with its close relatives. The male’s breeding display is the group’s most complex – flying high above the ground towards his mate, he raises his spectacular crest, deepens his cheek patch color, and calls loudly. They are the only cockatoos to build stick nests within their nest cavities – […]
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Parrot Health – Obesity and Related Nutritional Problems

[…]weight loss program (5% monthly is often suggested as a weight loss-goal).  Exercise, either via flying or walking, is critical, and should be part of any weight loss plan. Further Reading Hormones, Diet and Obesity   Parrot Pellets Re-visited Medicinal Uses of Milk […]
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Blue and Gold Macaw Natural History – the Wild Side of a Popular Pet

[…]is being considered as a long-tern conservation technique. Macaws as Pets Macaws are called “Flying Primates” by some, and the Blue and Gold is often considered to be the most curious, intelligent and affectionate of all.  Its ability to mimic speech is also very impressive. However, macaw ownership should never […]
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Unique Finches – the Top 5 Species for Those in Search of Something Different

[…]Masked Finches are found in thorn brush, grassy scrub, parks and gardens, always within daily flying distance of water. Masked Finches are sociable and do well in groups, but can be quite noisy.  These qualities, and their high activity levels, suit them well to outdoor aviaries.  They construct a covered, […]
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Red-Billed Quelea – Captive Care of the World’s Most Numerous Bird

[…]roam widely in search of grass seeds, their primary food, and also remain within flying distance of a water source. They may be found in savannas, thorn scrub, agricultural areas and wooded and marshy grasslands. Captive Housing Queleas are always on the move, and, being extremely gregarious, are not at ease […]
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