The Red-fronted Conure or Parakeet (Aratinga wagleri) is native to Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. Seasonal migrations, between latitudes as well as from one area to another, occur depending on the availability of food and suitable nesting sites. It is usually seen in flocks of 20 to 200 birds — on rare occasions, even up … Read more
The New Caledonian Lorikeet (Charmosyna diadema) is a possibly extinct lorikeet endemic to the Melanesian island of New Caledonia. *Probably Extinct* Description It is 18-19 cm or about 7.2 to 8 inches in length (about the size of a large hand), of which 7-8 cm are made up by the slim and pointed tail. The … Read more
The Papuan Lorikeets or Mount-Goliath Lorikeets are endemic to New Guinea / mountains of Vogelkop Peninsular, Irian Jaya, in Indonesia. They are listed as an endangered species (Cites II). Description Papuan Lorikeets average 42 cm (16.5 inches) in length. The wing length is 130 – 145 mm (5 – 5.75 ins). Male: Papuan Lorikeets have … Read more
Red-masked Conures (Aratinga erythrogenys) are native to South-western Ecuador, North-western Peru. While this conure is commonly referred to as the Red-masked Parakeet or Conure in its natural habitat, it is better known as Cherry-headed Conure in captivity. Feral populations of escaped pet or breeder birds exist in the United States, specifically Florida and California, One … Read more
Within their natural range, the Blue-headed Mini-Macaws or Coulon’s Mini-Macaws (Primolius couloni) usually breed from October to April. These parrots usually make their nests in the cavities of trees or bamboos. A clutch consists of 2 – 4 eggs, which are incubated for about a month. Both parents protect and feed the nestlings. The chicks … Read more
Cockatoos as Pets By Shelly Bohannon Cockatoo’s make exceptional companion birds, if their needs and requirements are adequately met. They are affectionate, funny, comical, mischievous and generally easy to get along with. Their requirements, however, are rather complex and many. If you are looking for a quick summary of this article, check out this video … Read more
The Purple-crowned Lorikeets (Glossopsitta porphyrocephala) are distributed from eastern Victoria to the south of Western Australia. They are found in lightly wooded habitat such as mallee scrub as well as eucalypt woodland and coastal scrub. This species is nomadic, with the pattern of distribution varying from year to year according to flowering conditions. They primarily … Read more
Painted Conure prefers dense and tall trees and tends to move around a lot. They are conspicuous through their loud calls but are difficult to detect in the foliage because of their camouflaging plumage.
The Moustached or Mustached Parakeets (Psittacula alexandri alexandri) – also known as the Java Mustached or Red-breasted Parakeets – are endemic to the Himalayas and southern China to Indonesia.
Exhibition Budgerigar: Selection and Setting up Breeding Pairs Author: Rob Marshall – Avian Vet: The selection process begins well before the first egg is laid when the fancier examines the breeding performance of the parents and grand parents. The best fanciers then follow the progress of the chicks in the nest, because the vitality and … Read more