A Hen Named Helen

A Hen Named Helen

by Wilda A Lahmann February 24, 2012, in Birds

True story: I have a bunch of chickens, mostly hens and two roosters. But I have one special hen who started out as a black sex-link chick last spring (along with another dozen or so chicks).

Identifying The Cat That Chose You

Identifying The Cat That Chose You

by athena goodlight September 29, 2011, in Birds

In most instances, we don’t think about acquiring a cat—a cat acquires us.

Hummingbirds

Hummingbirds

by chomchom00 September 17, 2011, in Birds

Hummingbirds are birds that make up the family Trochilidae. They are among the smallest of birds, most species in the measurement from 7.5 to 13 cm (3-5 inches) range. In fact, the existing smaller species of birds is a hummingbird, five cm Bee Hummingbird. Which can float in the air by rapidly flapping their wings 12-90 times per second (depending on the species). They are also the only group of birds able to fly backwards. Its name derives from English characteristic hum made by their rapid wing beats. It can fly at speeds above 15 m / s (54 km / h, 34 km / h).

What to Look for in a Birdhouse

What to Look for in a Birdhouse

by rohit9975 August 27, 2011, in Birds

What to Look For in a Birdhouse.

Looking to Buy a Pet Parrot?

Looking to Buy a Pet Parrot?

by rohit9975 August 27, 2011, in Birds

Looking to Buy a Pet Parrot?

Geese

Geese

by Andreanz August 23, 2011, in Birds

Geese are long-necked bird species are frequently encountered in everyday life.

These Funny Parrots..

These Funny Parrots..

by PartizAnka August 4, 2011, in Birds

In the wild, from parrots you will not hear any word, even if it already had the honor of meeting with people. Those sharp piercing sounds that emit these birds, talking among themselves, is hardly pleasing to the human ear.

Tips on How to Choose The Best Breed of Ducks

Tips on How to Choose The Best Breed of Ducks

by Gorleku August 2, 2011, in Birds

Ducks are a more efficient and productive kinds of birds that produce more eggs and meat than ordinary fowls..
You may not want to miss the pleasure that raising ducks bring neither would you want to choose the wrong breed..

Wild Birds as Pets

Wild Birds as Pets

by Greenthroat July 31, 2011, in Birds

"If you love something, set it free," so why would I suggest keeping a wild creature as a pet?