http://www.birds.com/blog/ en 2008-07-25T13:06:53+01:00 hourly 6 2008-07-25T13:06:53+01:00 http://www.birds.com/blog/your-pet-bird-also-needs-its-beauty-sleep 2008-07-25T13:06:53+01:00 en Editor Features Owning a pet bird can be very rewarding. It is also a big responsibility. A pet bird is totally reliant on its owner for its health and well-being, and while many bird owners appreciate the importance of correct diet for their feathered companion, not all owners understand the important role that sleep plays in their bird’s health. http://www.birds.com/blog/red-kites-return-to-north-of-ireland 2008-07-24T12:00:43+01:00 en Editor Features After an absence of about 200 years, the magnificent Red Kite with its more than five foot wingspan, rusty-red coloring, distinctive forked tail, black wing tips and white patches under each wing, will once again grace the skies of County Down in Northern Ireland. The RSPB recently released twenty-seven Red Kite chicks in the County Down area as part of a pan-UK and Ireland reintroduction program. http://www.birds.com/blog/bird-conference-to-have-renewable-energy-theme 2008-07-23T12:35:25+01:00 en Editor Features Not many people pair up "birds" with the concept of "renewable energy" but that is exactly what is going to happen at an upcoming bird conservation conference to be held in Columbia later this year. This will be the 6th conference to date. http://www.birds.com/blog/cpr-saves-bird-lives 2008-07-22T10:47:56+01:00 en Editor Features Understanding the principles of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), and being able to put these effectively into practice, could result in saving a life. CPR is used extensively for humans, and has a good success rate on domestic animals such as cats and dogs, but few bird owners are aware that CPR can be performed on their pet birds with very positive results. http://www.birds.com/blog/2008-hummer-bird-celebration 2008-07-21T11:30:52+01:00 en Editor Features Every year hundreds of people gather together to celebrate the amazing migration of the Ruby-throated Hummingbird. This year will be no different and fans are getting ready to enjoy the 20th Anniversary Hummer/Bird Celebration which will take place from September 11-14. http://www.birds.com/blog/fruit-in-your-pet-birds-diet 2008-07-18T10:32:01+01:00 en Editor Features Due largely to their intelligence and entertainment value, birds from the Psittaciformesorder, which includes Parrots and Cockatoos, are very popular as household pets. Bird-lovers who have welcomed one of these fascinating birds into their family are generally quick to tell you what a rewarding experience it is. Ongoing research confirms that the best way to ensure that your beloved pet bird stays in peak condition is to pay attention to its diet. Recently the role of fruit in a bird’s diet has come under the spotlight, with varying opinions on the matter. http://www.birds.com/blog/avian-haven-saves-lives 2008-07-17T11:07:15+01:00 en Editor Features Avian Haven, situated in Freedom, Maine, is a wild bird rehabilitation center has cared for more than twenty thousand birds during the twenty years since it was founded by Diane Winn and Marc Payne. These compassionate bird-lovers care for injured or orphaned birds of all species, which are generally brought to them by members of the public, veterinarians, Maine wildlife biologists, game wardens and animal control officers, as well as other rehabilitation centers. http://www.birds.com/blog/birding-in-the-fascinating-republic-of-malta 2008-07-16T12:18:05+01:00 en Editor Features The Republic of Malta consists of an archipelago of seven islands in the Mediterranean Sea of Southern Europe. With its warm Mediterranean climate and varied habitats, Malta is a superb birding destination. As the islands lie along one of the main European-African migration flyways, it is an ideal location to observe annual bird migrations. The country is also rich in history and culture, having been occupied by a number of ancient cultures through its history, including Sicilians, Romans, Phoenicians and Byzantines, all of which left their mark on the island, making it a fascinating place to explore. http://www.birds.com/blog/razorbill-breaks-records 2008-07-15T10:57:08+01:00 en Editor Features It’s been an incredible 41 years since the razorbill chick was born and ringed and now it seems that a British razorbill is completely dominating previous bird age records. The razorbill, known as razorbill M23170, has been crowned the oldest bird of its kind in Britain. It wasn’t a tough decision to make since the average lifespan of a razorbill is just 13 years. http://www.birds.com/blog/night-migration-mysteries-revealed 2008-07-10T13:06:44+01:00 en Editor Features A recent study conducted by researchers from the Illinois Natural History Survey and the University of Illinois has resulted in statistical data to prove that during their nocturnal migration birds fly together in loose flocks. This is the first conclusive data that confirms what many ornithologists and bird-watchers have suspected for some time.