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Bob Bowers, Prudy Bowers

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A lifelong naturalist and amateur ornithologist, Bob's avocation is studying, photographing and writing about birds.

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Pet Birds

In addition to being sought in the wild and raised on the farm, birds have also become coveted pets. Parrots, parokeets, lorikeets and more are offered together with cages, toys and specialty food from commercial outlets in every major city and town. Articles in Pet Birds deal with these subjects, detailing how to raise and care for pet birds, what to feed them, how to house them and which species are best.

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Latest articles in Pet Birds

 Egg Production and Potential Problems in Pet Birds

The fear that a parrot will become egg-bound haunts many owners because they don't know what to expect when their companion bird is expecting.

Jan 27, 2012 – Janine Logue

Choosing the Correct Perch for Your Pet Bird

Parrots spend nearly all of their life standing on a perch. To keep a bird's feet healthy, make sure it has the appropriate perches.

Jan 25, 2012 – Janine Logue

The Loquacious and Lovable African Grey Parrot

African Grey Parrots are not your typical parrot. It has been said that the African Grey has the intelligence of a 4 year old.

Dec 29, 2011 – Iris Gallagher

A Family's Journal of Adopting an Indian Runner Duck

Adopting a duck is an action with many variables and some risk taking. Here is one family's journal of adopting an Indian Runner Duck.

Oct 29, 2011 – Rosemary E. Bachelor

Interview with an Unusual "Watchdog" Duck

Duck fanciers agree. Patches the Duck has unique abilities for empathizing with her human family, communicating with them and protecting their property.

Oct 15, 2011 – Rosemary E. Bachelor

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