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Welcome March

We’ve got a new display to celebrate all the birdsong we have started to hear in the morning.

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This book came in the mail today.

Maybe on one of my days off I'll write up a comparison of it and the other Mesozoic bird guide that I have.

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Oh yeah, I know it will really come down to the bird in the end as each is their own individual after all. I'm looking for a small to medium sized bird, as I'm not comfortable handing some of the larger ones. I prefer a bird that's more cuddly and interactive with me. When it comes to noise I can stand some screaming sometimes, but would prefer a bird that's more moderate in noise level.

Cockatiels, green cheeks, maroon bellied, crimson bellied conures (pyrrhura conures), Senegals, quakers if you can handle the potential aggression and boldness parrotlets can be very snuggly, same with lovebirds but their aggression can be even more off-putting. Budgies can be very sweet and cuddly but they do chatter a lot, it’s not necessarily loud it’s just a lot of chatter.

Most of those birds can be pretty testy so I would be cautious if you have little to no parrot experience, be sure to handle a bunch of birds and read tons prior!

pyrrhura conures are quieter as far as parrots go but can get some ear piercing screeches. They’re very nibbly and will enjoy playfully beaking your fingers as you give them scritches. Most of them do tend to be quite loving and appreciative of human interaction, so long as you understand the line between playful nibbling and aggressiveness they could be a very good companion. I would stay away from Aratinga conures if you’re worried about noise level as they are able to get quite loud but if you think you could handle it you could look in to many of them as well. keeping in mind that most conures are committed chewers which will be expensive to keep with how often they may destroy things.

https://www.beautyofbirds.com/greencheekconure.html

Cockatiels do sound like a really good fit for what you’ve described. They’re not particularly screechers, more often whistle and peep although they are capable of loud noises (as all parrots will be) it does tend to be less frequent. They live in massive flocks so lots of attention and human interaction are a preference for the species, keeping in mind that this can also lead to attention screaming problems. They don’t tend to do much aggressive biting, they’re more likely to walk away, lunge or nip before feeling it necessary to present a full on bite which makes them a good species for people new to birds.

https://www.beautyofbirds.com/cockatielsaspets.html

Senegals and Meyer’s parrots can be extremely loving and sweet, most tend to have over attachment problems as they become very consumed by their love for their person’s interaction. They can be quite a bit noisier, although many will mostly mumble their screams will be loud. Again a very destructive species who will be costly to continually replenish destroyed toys. As for aggression I’d put them on a similar level to some conures, not necessarily immediately aggressive they’ll present eye pinning and flaring their neck feathers before wanting to bite.

https://www.beautyofbirds.com/senegalparrotsaspets.html

Parrotlets and Lovebirds can be very snuggly birds but a lot of them will prefer to be solitary, foraging about and appreciating human interaction when they want it. Because of their flocking natures they are likely to develop completely opposite end of the spectrum problems, some will develop over attachment issues while other will get aggressive and not want much to do with people there’s no real way to predict which will happen although if you respect their boundaries and give them space when they want it you’re not likely to have many issues. These birds are quick to aggress and won’t take being pushed around lightly, if you force past their boundaries you will get bit.

https://www.beautyofbirds.com/parrotletsinfo.htm

Quakers I admittedly have never worked with! from what I’ve heard they are on the quieter side and present an array of odd behaviours (one of which is indeed “quaking”). These birds are particularly social and tend to be full of plenty of squawks and chirps if you are super particular about a quiet bird they may not be the best fit. This is another bird who will demolish everything you put in front of them, frequent toy changes will be necessary to keep them mentally stimulated. Take note of where you live because these birds are illegal to own in many states.

https://www.beautyofbirds.com/quakerinfo.html

Bourke’s parakeets and canary winged parakeets are much less common but are beautiful birds nonetheless! They tend to be a bit more reclusive in that they may be more likely to sit on you and chirp in your ear than direct scritching and overwhelming interactions. They are quite social however so their likeliness to enjoy your interactions are pretty high. They’re one of the few parrot species who is considered to thrive better on a seeded diet than a pelleted one, supplemented strongly with greens, sprouts, and other veggies. This is a very quiet species as far as parrots go, mostly chirps.

https://www.beautyofbirds.com/burkesparrots.html

These are all VERY very very generalized so I do highly recommend checking out the links for a more detailed run-through for the basics of the species, these descriptions are largely just intended to cover the basics of some of the categories you were looking for specifically.

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Feed the Birds Day. February 3

This day is celebrated when the winter is coldest, and the winter snow has set in to encourage feeding of birds outside. In these colder winter months, the birds are in need of energy, and food is scarce as cold weather progresses.

There are three methods to feed birds, which is not too overwhelming, one is feeding them from your hands, another is to plant suitable trees and shrubbery and finally set out a do it yourself feeder designed in a multitude of fashions, or store bought. How to choose the right kind of bird feeder is an important consideration for the types of birds in your habitat.

How do you know what are the types of birds in your particular neck of the woods? Checking out Habisask (Hunting, Angling and Biodiversity Information of Saskatchewan) is an online species mapping application showing historical data. Another resource is Saskatchewan E-bird, the E-bird hotspots map or check out common migratory patterns, and dates for typical observation times for species in your area.

If you set out a feeder in the winter months, it is imperative to check it regularly. The birds’ very survival rely on this source of food once they get used to it being there.

A very simple, and spontaneous bird feeder is to strew along the top of horizontal tree branches fruit, suet, wheat, corn, sunflowers, sand, grit or store bought bird food for wild birds.

For those choosing to follow in the footsteps of Richard St. Barbe Baker, and plant trees, select for the birds those plants which will best supply the seeds and nutrients the local birds need. The Land Manager’s Guide to Grassland Birds of Saskatchewan provides a template of birds and what types of food they require.

Another very important task to investigate is to search out anything is the wetlands or urban regional park which harm the bird’s environment. The landscape and the native flora can be harmed by chemicals spilled, oils, or any other wastes which don’t belong in a wetland and riparian forest ecosystem. By removing harmful contaminant, those birds feeding naturally in their native spaces are protected by your conservation efforts.

So, step up, and do your part during Feed the Birds Day this Februrary 3! Attached are some links so this task is not overwhelming, but is enjoyable, and quite rewarding. Feed the birds not only today, but everyday, and get to know your feathered friends.

He that planteth a tree is a Servant of God He provideth a Kindness, for many generations and faces he hath not seen shall bless him. Who so walketh in solitude, And inhabiteth the wood, Choosing light, wave, rock and bird. Before the money-loving herd. Unto that forester- shall pass, From these companions, power and grace. ~ Emerson

. “According to ancient mythology, trees were the first living things on earth. This is borne out by scientific reasoning which shows that it is through them that the air we breathe can give life to humanity. Through countless ages trees have been drawing carbonic acid gas from the atmosphere, absorbing and incorporating the carbon, assimilating it; then when they die, bequeathing to soil their carboniferous remains. The consequence has been that eventually the atmospheric oxygen was left sufficiently pure for the requirements of birds and mammals which have replaced the flying reptiles and monstrous amphibians that were able to endure the heavy air of primeval swamps and jungles.”~Richard St. Barbe Baker

For more information:

Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area is located in Saskatoon, SK, CA north of Cedar Villa Road, within city limits, in the furthest south west area of the city. Wikimapia Map: type in Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area Google Maps South West Off Leash area location pin at parking lot Web page: https://stbarbebaker.wordpress.com Facebook: StBarbeBaker Facebook group page : Users of the St Barbe Baker Afforestation Area Twitter: StBarbeBaker July 9, 2016 Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area CLEAN UP Day PAMPHLET

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Feed the Birds ~ Winter in Saskatchewan Feed the Birds Day. February 3 This day is celebrated when the winter is coldest, and the winter snow has set in to encourage feeding of birds outside.

Photos: The Cycle Rickshaw Guides Of Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary

Every morning at 6:30 am the gates open to the Keoladeo Ghana National Park, formerly known as the Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary, and India’s premier destination for spotting over 230 species of birds. The tourists, bird lovers, photographers have normally already queued up at least half an hour in advance, with entry passes in hand. Also waiting at the gates are the 100 odd men who will during the day turn into expert ornithologists and guides helping these visitors see a Greater Egret nest, a painted stork or find the perfect place to capture photo of a camouflaged nightjar.

These men are the cyclyrickshaw drivers of Bharatpur. They will rattle out Hindi, English and Scientific names of birds like a field researcher, fill you with the history of the park like historians who have lived and breathed that past era and effortlessly carry your camera equipment and set it up for you too like a pro. Like a friend, philosopher and guide, these men seamlessly switch over from one role to another while also pulling your weight on the dirt tracks of Bharatpur in their three wheeled rickshaws. Turn a visit to the bird sanctuary to an experience that is seldom found anywhere else, here are some photos of these extraordinary men taken by visitors to the park,

Waiting for a tourist at the gates of the park. Image via Karanguesthouse

Let’s start the ride!. Image courtesy frangallo

A name tag for each Rickshaw and its owner. Image courtesy BetterIndia

Showing birds, forest and sometimes cattle too! Image courtesy ifonlypolyglotwasajob

The rickshaw parade. Image courtesy betterIndia

Proud of my job! Image courtesy Mediocre2010, Creative Commons on Flickr

Bird watchers at dawn. Image courtesy natureindiatours

A white breasted waterhen examines a parked rickshaw. Image courtesy Anil P

Featured image courtesy Saurabh Misra cc/FLickr

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