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Bird Behavior
Is your budgie not as bouncy as he used to be? Does your canary need singing lessons? Check out the reasons birds do what they do in this category. Questions and answers about Avian antics are available in this area.
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Do parakeets make a lot of noise?
Parakeets can get noisy but if they have the right amount of attention and care, they shoud not be much of a bother. Female parakeets make less noise(practically none) than males but keep in mind that females are much more aggressive. Alse, at night, keep their cage covered with a sheet or towel and that should keep them quite while you are sleeping. I hope this is helpful.
Can a parakeet lay an egg if she hasn't mated?
No, an egg can only be produced with a male bird`s help. Mating has to take place.
What is a creator in a volcano?
The volcano creator is the guy who built the thing and sometimes stays there to take care of the thing.
Do poinsettias kill parakeets?
Poinsettias have been thought to be poisonous to animals for years, but there's been some recent research that shows they're not poisonous to birds. Poinsettia leaves can irritate stomach linings of animals, but in small doses it seems they won't cause any major problems. Apparently the berries are very toxic and, to be safe, keep your bird away from these.
Why do mockingbirds attack other animals?
Mockingbirds are very territorial. Anything preceived as a threat or anything that encroaches upon its territory is a target. They will even chase red-tailed hawks.
In addition, like certain other birds (e.g., grackles and blackbirds), they can be fairly aggressive in protecting their nests. When they feel their babies are threatened, they won't hesitate to dive-bomb or chase bigger animals. This behavior persists the chicks are vulnerable.
You can look them up online but if I could describe them, they are about they are small and white.
What temperature should you keep your house for your lovebirds?
70-75 degrees is best Lovebirds originate in Africa and do better in warmer temps.
How does a bird change directions?
Birds change direction in flight just like an airline pilot. They move their wings. If one wing is higher than the other, that creates more lift on one side.
What does it mean when birds sit on a wire?
Looking down at everyone, and not being a part of things, only a spectator
Healthy parakeets do not have a strong odor. Their cages may become stinky if their owners do not clean them regularly, but that is not the bird's fault.
What are facts about migration?
Animals move from one place to another to avoid the cold weather or to find food or water
Is it possible to hand tame a goldfinch?
Really tame - like some parrots can be - no, or at least very rarely. They might sit nervously on your finger, but seldom would one be truly tame.
What do birds use their cere for?
The cere is the bird's beak. It is used as a feeding device for the bird and as a defense mechanism.
