SELECTING A BIRD
One has to take their own time and do some research especially
if you are a novice, before picking the right bird for you. There are
a number of factors to be taken into consideration when you choose a bird to
suit your lifestyle. When you choose a breed, you should consider the housing
requirements, size, noise level, temperament and time commitment you could make
and of course, the price you could afford.
Do some research, i.e attend bird club meetings, ask questions,
talk to people who have already had pets and have knowledge like a reputable
breeder who can give advice on choosing the right species.
The nesting or housing requirements depends on the size of the bird. Large
birds need a lot of space to roam or fly around and to stretch their wings while
some smaller birds need just enough space to climb. Whatever the species, the
bird should have enough space to exercise and fly. Another consideration is
the bird's care requirements and the time you are willing to spare for them.
Smaller birds like Canaries are simple to take care of and take up less of your
time in caring and cleaning. A pair of birds may need much lesser attention
from you than a single one. Consider a bird with a relatively shorter lifespan
if you are not too keen on long term commitment. The noise factor and the temperament
are other considerations for choosing a species. Some birds can be really screechy
or noisy while some others whistle or sing sweetly.
For a first time bird buyer, smaller birds like Pigeons, Mynah,
Love birds, Parakeets which are comparatively less expensive and can be hand
tamed; and Canaries which can sing, are the best choices. As one gains experience
with birds, one can choose the cheerful Cockatiels which can be hand tamed and
then again some of the larger ones like the eagle, macaws, cockatoos or the
more beautiful and exotic types such as the Amazon, the green parrot from South
America etc.
Once you decide on the breed that you would like to have, it
is advisable that you look out to pick the best one from the lot. Ideally you
should observe the bird on more than one or two occasions. Observe the activity
level compared with the other birds in the cage. The bird should be active and
its feathers should be shiny and sleek. Have the bird checked out with
a avian veterinary doctor before the purchase if possible, and if not as
soon after the purchase.
It is always better and safer to get your pet bird from a reliable
source. A reputable breeder or a bird pet shop who have a good knowledge as
well as a bright and clean environment may be the right place to buy one. One
can also make enquiries about a particular place from people who had already
bought from them. If the price quoted is too good to be true, always take care
to find out whether they are legal or not. If you are looking for imported
birds, make sure that they are not smuggled. Legally imported birds would have
stainless steel leg bands.
Questions of
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13.4.2016 By : Adwitiya Das , West Bengal
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Hi, I want to get an eagle as a pet. But I cant find where to buy a baby eagle. So please let me know the laws and procedure & place of getting the baby. |
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Apart from indian birds you can buy any kind of bird but regarding to law where you want to buy the bird.All foreign bird we can get from large pet forms in india and also by using websites like indiamart in indiamart you can find some wholesellers and breeders |
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24.7.2015 By : rahul gautam , utter pradesh india
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I have pet RED VENTED BULBUL
her tail is breaking almost . Feathers are left. What should i do? |
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22.3.2015 By : Vaishali , Mumbai, India
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I have two pairs of lovebirds and recently I shifted them to bigger cage. But shifting they became very noisy and not ready to come down to eat. If I hand feed them than only they eat and drink. Is it because of change in their cage? I shifted them on Wednesday, March 18, 2015. They are active and if hand feed eating well. Please guide me what to do so they start eating themselves |
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