The Day My Sister Met a Crow!
I was the original aviary technician for Bevy of Birdhomes; although back then I did not have such an elite sounding title—I was just the girl who cleaned up bird poop! As I got to know different people who were either bored, fascinated, or just trying to avoid their own work while watching me maneuver […]
Happy New Year!
As we reflect back on 2015, and look forward to some of the things we want to accomplish in 2016 (like trying to get our house back in order from the flood of 2014!), let’s take a look at what Bevy of Birdhomes accomplished in 2015 and some of the exciting, upcoming events for this […]
Spotlight: Diamond Doves
Turtle doves, as they are referred to in the “12 Days of Christmas” song, are actually the diamond doves that are found in many of our aviaries. These little, gray beauties originate from Australia and contain white diamond spots on their wings offset with a black edge, and have a unique, bright orange ring around […]
The Birds of Christmas
From the scrumptious food eaten, to the leafy green plants hung from the ceiling, birds play a larger role during Christmas then one might think. When you think of a Christmas bird, what comes to mind? Perhaps you associate a robin with this magical season. This may have something to do with the fact that […]
Eat Your Fruits and Veggies
Imagine what it would be like to eat the same food day in and day out for every meal. I don’t even like to eat left over for more than two meals. Your birds are the same way—so spice up their bland diet of seeds with some fresh produce! Birds love to feast upon crisp […]
Your Brain on Music
In our home, it is commonplace to feel the beat of a song pulsating through the house. Invariably, I will find myself drawn from the warmth of the house into the cold garage in a quest to discover the lyrics which accompany the vibrations of a particular tune. Often, our one-year-old son comes along on […]
Bird Spotlight: Canaries
The anticipation was palpable. This evening Grandma would meet her bird for the first time. The bird cage, toys and supplies had been carefully washed; food, and fresh millet had been purchased. Grandma wondered aloud what her canary would look like; what to name him; would he like his new home; and how to properly care for the new […]
Prepare Your Birds for the Chilly Months Ahead
It’s the time of year again when you head into the dark, far corners of your closet in search of your warm, cozy jacket; trade in your flip flops for fuzzy socks, and pull-out all your soft, snuggly blankets. It is important to remember that birds also need extra attention and care to ensure their […]
How Do Birds Breathe?
It is not unusual for our aviary technicians to be asked several questions while cleaning the aviary. A list of the most common questions has been compiled and will be answered in the blog section of our website. The question we will tackle for this post is: HOW DO BIRDS BREATHE? This question will be answered […]
The Rat and The Mites
Our family has always owned a variety of pets, and not always the typical kind. I remember my excitement the day Pierre entered our home. Pierre was a large, black and white rat with a long tail, and uncontrollable bladder; hence the name. Ironically, I was not scared of this large rat, although I have […]
