Aurora Finch Pytilia phoenicoptera
The red-winged pytilia, or aurora finch as it’s known in Australian aviculture, is an estrildid finch … Read more
Beyond beginner: 8 finches suitable for intermediate breeders
In previous articles, we’ve discussed which finches are best for beginners and which finches are extremely … Read more
Alexandrine Parrot Psittacula eupatria
Alexandrine parrots are medium-sized parrots that originated from northern India, but are now established in feral … Read more
Getting started with Australian lorikeets
Some of Australia’s most striking bird species are lorikeets. There are (currently) seven lorikeet species recognised … Read more
Blue-Capped Cordon Bleu Uraeginthus cyanocephalus
Blue-capped cordon bleu waxbills are a small estrildid finch from the grasslands of East Africa. They’re … Read more
Keeping and breeding the painted button quail
Painted button quails are a delightful addition to an aviary. They’re easy to look after, compatible … Read more
Blue-headed Pionus Pionus menstruus
The blue-headed pionus, also known simply as the blue-headed parrot is a medium-sized parrot found throughout … Read more
Strategies to reduce aggression in a mixed collection
A large aviary filled with dozens of different bird species living together in perfect harmony is … Read more