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Red-billed leiothrix
Leiothrix lutea

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Distribution

The Red-billed leiothrix It is in Japan, from China. They live in the wild in the mountainous regions of Southeast Asia, to the South of the range of the Himalayas in the North and the South of Indochina. It has a preference for wooded areas.

Some populations have been introduced in Japan and Hawaii where only live from the years 80 of the 20th century,There are also several colonies in Europe of birds breaks present in Portugal, France and Spain where it is recognized as an invasive species due to its establishment in the Collserola mountain range, next to the urban center of Barcelona.
The invasive nature of this species has led to the prohibition of importation, sale, reared and released into the environment in Japan

Physical characteristics

The japanese nightingale measured between 13 and 15 cm.. Your body is robust, the upper part is gray-green. The very round head of the same color. His eyes are black and round. The throat is bright yellow, becoming orange on the chest. The legs are short and strong an amarillo-pardo color, the Orange beak, thin, rugged.

These birds are very curious. Love to see the person who feeds them. They live to almost 1200 meters above the level of the sea in its natural habitat,

The wings are short and strong, with the rounded edges and small feathers of red and grey color, Black at the tip of the tail.
Very resistant to harsh weather conditions.

The sexual dimorphism it is not obvious, It is known with certainty by the song and the color of the chest in the female which is usually less intense. Another small difference is the width at the end of the queue, in the male it is of 1,5 cm in black, in the female this width is of 0,5 cm.. The female does not sing, emits small sharp noises.

Character and skills

The Red-billed leiothrix has many qualities, has a beautiful singing, mellow and pleasant without despising their plumage colorful.
In an Aviary it coexists with ease with other species that live in your House such as the Canaries, exotic small and finches. You will never see any aggression between them.

He is passionate about bathing and washing several times a day with joy.

Individually they can pleasantly live in a cage of 60 cm in length by 30 cm of width by 40 height cm. A couple of isolated re-sell without difficulty in a crate outside of 1 m in length by 1 m wide by 1,5 height m, situated ‘hanging’ under the canopy of a leafy tree and with an internal equipment of branches where able to weave the nest. An outdoor-indoor aviary is much more suitable for the breeding of these animals, but it will not be overcrowded and the other inhabitants should have protected nesting corners.

Food

This so-called Mockingbird has a very varied diet. It is mainly an insectivore, and it has a preference for insects, molluscs and snails. She loves the tender shoots and ant eggs. He is also fond of the fruit (sweet), citrus, apples, Pears, strawberries …. It also feeds on seeds, birdseed, oats, Niger, not to mention the pasta for insectivores and mealworms.

Nesting

Its nesting extends from May to July. The eggs (3 or 4 accounted for by the) be incubarán during 14 days. The young leave the nest quickly (13 days), Although parents continue feeding them for a while.

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White-cheeked turaco
Turaco leucotis

Origin: Eritrea, Ethiopia, South Sudan, Sudan
Character: Dynamic and curious
Life expectancy: 8 to 10 years
Height: 42 to 43 cm..

Tauraco leucotis
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Characteristics

This striking bird is native to Africa (area of Ethiopia) and reaches a size of 42 to 43 cm..

It has bright green feathers, with a dark crest on the head, may stands at will, the Underwing coverts are blue like the tail, While the primaries are intense red, and in general only be appreciated with the bird in flight. The beak is orange-red, like the ring around the eyes. In front of the eye they have "white cheeks" and two oblique white marks on the neck..

Has several other anatomical features of interest. First of all, they have strong feet and you can turn your fourth finger of the foot forward or backwards to get a better grip on its perch. In second place, the chickens of this species have claws on their wings, a strange and evocative anatomical feature for a bird that almost seems to be reminiscent of its ancient cousin, the Archaeopteryx. The chicks emerging from these claws at the time of leaving the nest.

Most of these birds have green plumage and is the result of a combination of structural coloration and pigments.. They are unique since only the Turacos, among all the birds, they produce a Green pigment, turacoverdin, It is the color of their feathers.

Character and skills

This beautiful and energetic African bird is a very popular bird in the United States and the United Kingdom., they can even be hand fed by what you become very mansas pets.

Another curiosity, and one of the things by which this bird strikes is by singing, which, It resembles the squeal of a wild monkey.

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European greenfinch
Chloris chloris

Origin:
Character: Social
Life expectancy: 3 years.
Height: 13 to 15 cm.

Verderón

The plumage of the European greenfinch It is a striking green, more intense in the breeding season, with the sides of the tail and the obispillo, yellow..

It is a bird which fits easily in captivity.

His chirping is quite articulate and interspersed with some typical call notes, It is punctuated by a sustained nose whistle, It seems as if were produced by a forced inspiration. It also mimics the songs of other birds.

This species is found mostly in areas open to the presence of trees, as for example clear forest, huertas, cereal crops, Gardens, … It can be seen frequently in areas with human presence.
This species is present from sea level up to the 1. 900metros, Although the most commonly found among 0-800 m.

They are gradually increasing populations of this species due to the adjustment to urbanized areas.

It is one of the 10 species with greater distribution in Spain.

In captivity a couple needs at least one cage of a meter in length or greater. It is not good to stay in a smaller space because aggression problems may occur between them.

Food almost entirely seeds, wild fruits and berries.

Sources:

Wilkipedia
cinerea.org

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Red-cheeked Cordonbleu
Uraeginthus bengalus

Origin:
Character: Social
Life expectancy: 12 to 14 years.
Height: 12 to 13 cm.

Azulito de Senegal

Bluebirds from Senegal are from Equatorial Africa and East Africa. They live in pairs or in groups of a few individuals in semi-arid areas.

They have a melodious song, that varies by species. Males have more brightly colored than females. The cheeks of the males are red. The female has a blue paler . Sometimes the female also sings, so you can't rely on the voice to determine the sex of the bird.

It is a large bird, It can co-exist with other small exotic birds. Small species of the Azulito of Senegal can co-exist if there is sufficient space, but the larger species are very aggressive and should not be mixed with other species of Azulitos.

They are insectivorous and granivorous.. Must be accustomed gradually to fruit and vegetables to prevent the occurrence of gastrointestinal disorders (diarrhea). Must be given in small amounts, washed and dried at room temperature, withdrawing them as soon as they lose their freshness. Vitamins can also be put in drinking water, especially in times of illness, stress, molting and reproduction.

The best thing is to install them in the Aviary, so they can fly to and organize themselves into a social group. These birds are sensitive to cold and humidity.. They need to keep at a temperature between 20 and 25 ° C. They must be protected from the cold currents and air, Although over time can be adapted to more extreme temperatures.

Reproduction must stay in pairs in a large cage (100 * 50 * 50 cm minimum for a couple), in groups of the same species in a spacious Aviary, with a lot of places to hide, allowing them to build their nest in peace. Reproduction is usually easy, when birds are calm and have sufficient space. They must have variety of foods (seed mix, germinated seeds, spray millet and living insects (are essential during the breeding season).

The female lays from 3 to 7 eggs, the parents take turns incubating and hard incubation of 15 to 17 days. The young leave the nest to the 3 weeks and are weaned at the 6 weeks. The sexual dimorphism appears to the 5 months.

Red-cheeked Cordonbleu (Uraeginthus bengalus)

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Red avadavat
Amandava amandava

Origin:
Character: Social
Life expectancy: 8 years.
Height: 9 to 11 cm.

The species is native to Bangladesh, Cambodia, China, Egypt, India, Indonesian, Burma, Nepal, Pakistan, Thailand and Viet Nam.
There are established populations in the Iberian Peninsula (Spain and Portugal), Brunei, fiji, Malaysia, Puerto Rico, Singapore and Hawaii.

The sexes are different. In the adult male plumage is almost entirely red, the Chin, throat, chest, top of the abdomen and flanks are bright Scarlet. The sides of the chest and flanks have spotted with small white dots. The tail is blackish brown, finely fringed in white at the tip of the lower face. The lower part of the abdomen, the anal area and the bottom of the tail are black or blackish brown with shades of Red. The beak is short, red.

common at local level, red bengals are prevalent among the tall grass, Juncos, reedbeds, shrubs and bushes, generally, in areas close to water or wetlands. It is above all a kind of the Plains, but can climb to the 1500 meters in Java and Bali, even up 2400 meters in the small islands of the Sunda.

There are two subspecies:

–Amandava flavidiventris He lives in Burma,in the North of Indochina and the Sunda Islands.

–Amandava punicea He lives in Indochina, Java and Bali and has many more white spots. The Red of their nuptial plumage is more alive than in the nominal species. The two subspecies are somewhat smaller and less present in imports.

Sound of the Red avadavat.

Generally live in pairs or in small groups of up to thirty individuals. In winter, the demonstrations are larger and sometimes birds are grouped into more than a hundred individuals, sometimes with other species such as Capuchin, sparrows or email us. Their bedrooms are usually located in the common cane or cane fields. They are very territorial and vigorously defend the entrances to some of their nests.

In the India, breeding season occurs during the second half of the monsoon season or during the dry season. The nests are found on land or at a low height. They are built with thin strips of grass, stems and other plant materials. The female lays 4-6 white eggs which are incubated during 11 to 12 days for both parents. The young leave the nest after 3 weeks. When leaving the nest, adults are very attentive and communicate with their chicks with sweet notes, especially in the night, When it comes to remind them the location of its nest.

It has a mainly vegetarian diet. This bird feeds on grass and a wide variety of seeds. Also eat rice and millet. Their observation in captivity suggests that Red Bengals also feed in the wild on a small number of insects such as ants and caterpillars..

The population is suspected to be stable in the absence of evidence of any reduction or substantial threats.

Bengals can be kept both in spacious cages and in outdoor or indoor aviaries., although the breeding has a greater chance of success if they are kept in outdoor aviaries. Since it does not like empty spaces, it is best to decorate its habitat with an abundance of plants. . Love the Sun and the heat so the Aviary should be oriented so that you can to maximize the available hours of sunshine. At the same time, it must be sheltered and have a shelter that protects them from cold days during the winter months..
The Bengali gets along very well with the other species with which it can share a habitat. Less tolerant with its own species during the breeding season. ,It is best to keep a single partner in each Aviary.

Sources:

– Oiseaux
– mundoexotics

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A Kiwi
Apteryx

Origin: New Zealand
Character: Nocturnal and terrestrial
Life expectancy:
Height: 40 cm.

Kiwi

Kiwis are shy, nocturnal creatures with a highly developed sense of smell thanks to the existence of real whiskers around their beaks., These whiskers are effective olfactory organs.

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Canary
Serinus Canaria

Origin: Spain, Portugal
Character: Cheerful and docile
Life expectancy: 10 to 15 years
Height: 12 to 20 cms.

Canary. Popular cage bird.

Welcome to our blog about the fascinating world of canaries! On this occasion, We will delve into the life and characteristics of these popular cage birds. Los canarios son conocidos por su belleza, canto melodioso y personalidad encantadora. Si eres amante de las aves o estás pensando en tener un compañero emplumado en casa, ¡no te puedes perder este artículo! Descubre todo sobre los canarios: desde sus colores vibrantes hasta sus diferentes nombres alternativos. Sigue leyendo para sumergirte en el maravilloso universo del canario. ¡Empecemos!

El Canario: Un Encanto Alado en Nuestros Hogares

Los canarios, esas pequeñas aves de vibrantes colores y melódicos cantos, han sido compañeros apreciados en hogares de todo el mundo durante siglos. Estas encantadoras criaturas, pertenecientes a la familia de los fringílidos, han ganado popularidad como aves de jaula gracias a sus fascinantes características y cautivador comportamiento.

Características del Canario:

Los canarios son conocidos por su tamaño compacto, con una longitud que suele oscilar entre 10 and 25 centimeters. Su plumaje es sumamente variado, presentando colores que van desde el amarillo brillante hasta tonos más apagados, e incluso combinaciones de colores que pueden incluir naranja, black and white. Estas aves también son reconocidas por sus llamativos picos y ojos expresivos.

Distribución y Hábitat Natural:

Originarios de las islas Canarias, situadas en el Atlántico noroeste, los canarios prosperan en climas cálidos y subtropicales. Aunque sus hábitats naturales incluyen áreas boscosas y zonas de matorrales, su adaptabilidad les ha permitido aclimatarse a diversas condiciones, desde bosques hasta áreas urbanas.

Reproduction:

La reproducción de los canarios es un proceso fascinante. La hembra suele poner huevos, que incuban durante aproximadamente dos semanas. Los padres participan activamente en el cuidado de los polluelos, alimentándolos y brindándoles protección. Es esencial proporcionar un entorno seguro y cómodo en la jaula para fomentar un exitoso proceso reproductivo.

Canto Melódico:

Uno de los atributos más apreciados de los canarios es su talento para el canto. Males, in particular, son conocidos por sus melodiosas vocalizaciones. Estas aves pueden aprender diversas notas y patrones de canto, creando una sinfonía única que encanta a quienes tienen el placer de escucharla. La práctica regular y la interacción con otros canarios estimulan su habilidad para desarrollar un canto más elaborado y armonioso.

Precio y Popularidad como Mascotas:

Debido a su belleza y personalidad amigable, los canarios son una opción popular como mascotas. El precio de un canario puede variar según factores como el color, la edad y la habilidad de canto. Los canarios con colores más inusuales o con habilidades de canto excepcionales pueden tener un precio más elevado.

Enfermedades Comunes:

Al criar canarios en cautividad, es esencial estar al tanto de posibles enfermedades. La obesidad, las infecciones respiratorias y los ácaros son problemas comunes que pueden afectar a estas aves. Proporcionar una dieta balanceada, un entorno limpio y realizar revisiones veterinarias regulares contribuirá a mantener la salud de estos delicados compañeros alados.

Colores y Variedades:

Los canarios se han criado selectivamente a lo largo de los años, lo que ha dado lugar a una amplia variedad de colores y patrones. Desde el clásico amarillo hasta el blanco, black, rojo e incluso tonos más exóticos, la paleta de colores de los canarios es tan diversa como hermosa.

In summary, los canarios no solo aportan una explosión de color y melodía a nuestros hogares, sino que también nos conectan con la naturaleza de una manera única. Como compañeros encantadores y entretenidos, estos pequeños cantores han conquistado los corazones de quienes buscan la alegría y la belleza en su vida diaria.

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Red-crested Cardinal

It is a beautiful bird colors is appreciated for its beauty and singing, If that be prodige in this activity is recommended to leave only the male.

It feeds on millet, oats, birdseed, wheat, rapeseed, and a long etc. We can also add various herbs and fruits. This bird should be always available fresh water as she loves to bathe. It must be said that it is very strong and resistant and supports hassle-free winter in an outdoor cage. Well looked after is a bird that can live up to 20 years in captivity.

For breeding, its greatest comfort is in a large aviary., with shrubs which can establish its nest, although this is not always the case and sometimes they also nest in open nests.

The implementation consists of 3 to 6 eggs which the female incubates almost always alone, Although in some couples both parents take turns to do so. The incubation period is 15 days and the little ones leave the nest at 17 days although the parents continue to feed them for three more weeks.

The Red-crested Cardinal lives in South America, from the South of Brazil, Bolivia and reaches the central part of Argentina.

The female is indistinguishable from the male as the colorful, but in a quiet State male has bun dropped on his head and Hedgehog it in moments of excitement. Young Cardinals have the head of a brown hue and not present bow, This begins to grow them seven weeks after his birth, Although not harder adult plumage until the second year.

Source: criaderofaunashop

Fuente de la imagen: Brazilian Cardinal Taken on the North Shore of Oahu by Rich Engelbrecht originally posted to Flickr

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