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Birds fly! It is an important behaviour and one that, ideally, they should be allowed to perform. However, in captivity this can cause problems. The advantages of wing clipping are: Safety -…
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The domestic pigeon (family Columbidae) includes over 300 breeds descending from the Rock Dove (Columbia livia). They originated in Eurasia but are now found all over the world. They have had…
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Our knowledge of bird nutrition is constantly evolving. This is due to heightened awareness of the importance of nutrition plus increased research. As with all other animals, birds need a…
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Miconazole is available as a topical spray. It is used on rabbits, guinea pigs, rodents, birds and reptiles to prevent and treat common fungal infections including ringworm and some bacterial…
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Ivermectin is used for control of parasites in rabbits, rodents, birds and ferrets. It is used for control of roundworms and external parasites such as mites and lice.
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There are approximately 35 (or more) species of Toucans and Toucanettes (family Ramphastidae) including the smaller, slender Araçaris. They are found in Central and South America. Their…
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Our knowledge of bird nutrition is constantly evolving. This is due to heightened awareness of the importance of nutrition plus increased research. As with all other animals, birds need a…
