Palm cockatoo reclassified as endangered as population drops
The rare and striking palm cockatoo has had its conservation status reclassified as endangered following a … Read more
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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
Getting started with Australian lorikeets
Some of Australia’s most striking bird species are lorikeets. There are (currently) seven lorikeet species recognised … 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
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
An update on the blue rainbow lorikeet mutation
Five years ago, a striking blue mutation of the rainbow lorikeet was produced by an Aussie … Read more
Parramatta River red-rumped parrot nest box project An Avicultural Society of NSW effort
In celebration of their 80th anniversary, the Avicultural Society of New South Wales has formed a … Read more
What’s the difference between a budgie and a bush budgie?
Bush budgies, sometimes called “shell parakeets”, are budgerigars that are more closely related to the budgies … Read more