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Do you see only a single male hummingbird yet observe many females? This column will help you to understand why.

Show your cockatiel how much you care--he'll love this recipe for cookies as much as you love him!

Thousands of parrots are re-homed each year. Are you ready to make the life-long decision to add a bird to your life? This article will help you decide. 

Here are some definitions and descriptions of common binocular features to help you better understand binoculars and make an informed decision when making your purchase.

Discover the difference between nyjer seed and thistle seed, they are not the same thing!

Birdie Beth Anne considers the pros and cons of pionus ownership and guides you in your decision.

Have you heard about chop but wondered how to make it?  Here's what you need to know to make this healthy and delicious avian essential.

I love baked beans--Mom's baked beans.  This recipe is the best baked bean recipe I ever tasted!

Learn what to do to keep your backyard birds happy and healthy this summer.

This is the second of a seven part series on Parrot Care - A is for Apples

Cool and refreshing for summer parties, this cool lime pie also has a reduced calorie variation.

When most people think about baby birds, they think about mother birds building the nest and then caring for the young. Many male birds take an active role in parenthood and should be celebrated both on Father's Day and every day of the year!

We're all for sharing human food with your companion bird, but there are some foods that can make your bird ill or even kill him. Here is a list of these foods.

This is the first of a seven part series on Parrot Care - P is for Play

Do you know which plants should never be kept around your companion birds?  This list includes many common plants that are toxic to birds. If you own birds, you should avoid having these dangerous plants in your home.

Explore caique ownership and learn if a caique is the right bird for your home.

What is that black bird? Is it a blackbird, a crow, or a raven? Discover how to distinguish between these birds and identify the bird you're looking at.

Love hummingbirds? Can't wait for them to reach your feeders? This map will help you track the progress through the migration this year!

Love orioles? We do, too! Can't wait for them to reach your feeders? This map will help you track the progress through the migration this year!

Love purple martins? We do, too! Can't wait for them to reach your feeders? This map will help you track the progress through the migration this year!

This article contains information about rosellas.  You'll read about the six beautiful rosella species of Australia and the nearby islands.

When visitors see photos of your garden, do they know whose home it belongs to or is it a generic, impersonal garden? Read here to discover some simple things you can do to personalize your garden!

USPS shipping is taking longer--here's how that impacts you.

When designing your garden, you want to take into consideration numerous elements including color, function, motion, and sound. Wind chimes are a perfect way to add the element of sound to your yard. Add a pretty bird design to this functional item and you’ve really enhanced your outdoor space! In addition to beauty, a good chime can help reduce stress and achieve relaxation. Wind chimes make a thoughtful gift that is suitable for any occasion.

This article provides parakeet facts and tells about them both in captivity and in the wild.  Read about the charming parakeet and learn interesting budgie facts.