How We Learned Starlings Don’t Take Directions From Just Anybody ~ Stuarts Story Chapter 1
Revisiting Perdeck’s Legendary Avian Migration Experiments: Or, How We Learned Starlings Don’t Take Directions From Just Anybody
The Future of Migration: Adapting to a New World ~ Stuarts Story Chapter 2
Let’s imagine for a moment that Stuart is the adventurous type. Perhaps he’s one of the first starlings to realize that his traditional wintering grounds are getting a bit too crowded—or a bit too warm—for comfort. So, he decides to strike out in a new direction, maybe heading further north than any starling has before.
A New Dawn: Stuart’s Next Chapter ~ Stuarts Story Chapter 3
As the sun rises on yet another migration season, Stuart the starling is once again preparing for his epic journey. By now, he’s a seasoned veteran of the skies, and if birds could give TED Talks, Stuart would be headlining with his tales of daring detours and unplanned layovers.
The Case of the Mysterious Green Feathers: Stuart’s Detective Days ~ Stuarts Story Chapter 4
Now, let me tell you about the time Stuart found himself in the middle of a mystery that would have stumped even the sharpest detectives. Yes, you heard that right—Stuart the starling, with his flair for adventure and knack for getting into (and out of) trouble, once dabbled in a bit of sleuthing. And as you might expect, it was anything but ordinary.
I Clipped My New Budgies Wings and Now She’s Mad at Me
Michal C. is seeking information,
I am currently on the lookout for toys, specialty products like Millet, and health-promoting nutrition items for parakeets.
The Freedom to Soar: A Closer Look at Keeping Pet Birds Flighted
In a cozy, sunlit room filled with the sounds of soft chirping, a small, vibrant parakeet named Charlie flutters from perch to perch.
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Why Do Young Clipped Birds Fly Poorly After Their First Wing Growth?
Richard C.
I have noticed that parakeets and cockatiels who have had their wings clipped at a very young age flew wildly and into windows when their flight feathers grow back in.
What is the Peril of Neglecting to Trim Your Pet Birds Wings?
I came across a fascinating piece discussing the most perilous hazards linked to harm and fatality in parrots. At the forefront of this list was the peril of neglecting to trim your feathered companion’s wings.
Why don’t parrots migrate?
Why Don’t Parrots Migrate Like Other Bird Species?
Short answer, “geography.”
In contrast to certain birds that embark on lengthy journeys, we do not think about our pet bird species in the wild engaging in long-distance migrations.
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Mechanics of Your Bird's Wondrous Wings & Clay Lick News
Mechanics of Your Bird’s Wondrous Wings & Clay Lick News
– what you probably didn’t know ~ You feel it’s best to clip your bird’s wings – right?
A lot of you know us well, but many of you don’t. To be clear – we’re here to help whether you want to keep your bird flighted or flightless. We can talk about flight training and explore “degrees” of clipping.
Most importantly we want you to know birds use their wings for more than flight, like balance when on their feet and muscle strength maintenance.
