Calcium Rich
Have you ever wondered what the white surfboard shaped bone in your birdcage is? This is a cuttlebone! Cuttlebones come from the internal shell of a cuttlefish. The cuttlebone is a gas-filled chamber that helps keep the cuttlefish buoyant and helps them navigate through the water. The cuttlebone is mostly made of calcium carbonate. Cuttlebone […]
Sundowning
Ever felt a little off as the sun starts to set? This is often when my depression or anxiety will start to kick into overdrive. And I am not alone. Sundowning is an actual condition that is triggered by the onset of evening, when the sun begins to go down. Although this condition is most […]
The Incredible Egg: Some Fun Easter Traditions
It was no joke; Easter really did arrive on the first of April this year. In trying to prepare for this wonderful holiday with its many rich traditions, I completely forgot to play a prank on anyone until the end of the day; and it ended up being a pretty lame one. I heard later […]
Baby Birds, and the Technician!
It’s always thrilling when birds sit on their eggs. Even more thrilling is when little, rather odd looking creatures begin to emerge from these eggs. Witnessing the cycle of life up close is a wondrous experience and naturally we don’t want any foreigner disrupting this cycle! Thus, when our technicians come to clean everyone tends […]
Avoid Moldy Bird Food!
If you are a proud owner of one of our aviaries, you may have noticed that when our technicians clean, they place the bird food and water dish on opposite ends of the aviary. This is not to annoy the heck out of the person caring for the birds, but rather to keep the bird […]
Oh No-The Power Is Out; What To Do With Your Aviary.
Oh no, the power is out! Hopefully, it isn’t the middle of summer in St. George, Utah where the sweltering heat often reaches 115 degrees and beyond! You can only hope in that instance that your freezer is properly stocked with the most vital food—ice cream! In this case it’s okay to break any diet […]
Vibrant vs. Blah Birds!
My happiness in life is often tied into my health. When I don’t get enough sleep, my diet is poor, and I don’t exercise regularly, my body doesn’t feel well and consequently my mood swings are bad. My cute little two-year-old son has seen me throw a full-blown tantrum more often than I care to […]
How Do Birds Cool Off?
It’s that time of year where the instant I step outside, I feel desperate for a bath to wash away the salty sweat that cascades down my body. Gross, huh? Well, you don’t have to be human to long for a bath; birds like to bathe too! Even though your bird doesn’t sweat, (they don’t […]
Mannikins
Unlike most mannequins, the Mannikin finch is anything but immobile. Originating from Central Africa, they like to feast on seeds, greens, and millet! While most birds courtship displays are entertaining to witness, this one may be a bit frustrating for the poor male. Although they are earnest in their quest for love, the beauty of their […]
Owl Finches
The wise owl finch comes to us from the great down under (Australia). Their distinct ring around the face, reminiscent of an owl, lends this finch its name. Although this finch may resemble an owl, it is actually a close relative to the zebra finch. Owl finches are active and curious, which is not always […]
