Recent controversy over the impact of landclearing on Carnaby’s Cockatoos has emphasised the need for better understanding of how to conserve and restore habitat for this endangered species while allowing for other land uses.
Dr Hugh Finn of Murdoch University found some answers while studying black cockatoos at the Boddington Gold Mine (BGM) about 120km from Perth at the eastern edge of the jarrah forest.
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Patience… It’s uploading…
An interview with Mira Tweti of ParrotPress.org about her book “Here, There, and Everywhere” a book documenting the journey of a rainbow lorikeet trapped in the wild for the pet trade.
That’s what most of the headlines say, but that’s one cute cockatoo!
An example of Beak and Feather disease in a cockatoo
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MONTREAL–Slick thieves have been targeting parrots, stealing them from Quebec homes with surgical precision while leaving behind valuable jewellery, electronics and even cash.
The thefts are aimed at a global black market in rare exotic birds.
This winter, thieves crawled through windows to get into two households in St-Jean-sur-Richelieu. They used pillowcases to bag birds in lightning-quick break-ins.
“It’s clearly part of a big racket,” said Yvon Girard, who lost a $4,000 Amazon parrot named Tommy and a macaw named Sonny, along with three purebred chihuahuas.
“It’s unbelievable. They could have cleaned out the house, but they didn’t even bother searching.”
Parrots often fetch prices from $1,500 to $3,000 and, unlike most consumer goods, the birds don’t lose their value, according to Michael Illian, bird manager at the Menagerie Pet Shop in Toronto, which has been hit by bird thieves twice in recent years.
Larger parrots can easily live past 50 years of age. The rarest species fetch up to $20,000. Details here.
Pets can be more than just companions; they can also aid you in overcoming your social anxiety.
Treat a pet kindly, and it will love you for who you are. He/she will never judge you for your looks or shyness. He will depend on you to keep him alive. He will be there to comfort and play with you or make you laugh when you are having a bad day. He will shower you with love and reduce your loneliness if you have any.
Some pets require walks (the five listed here can all be taken for walks). For many people, a pet is like their security blanket or their guardian that they can take almost anywhere with them. The fact that their companion is with them in public can help reduce some anxious feelings. By having a pet with you, you have a good conversation starter right there, especially with like minded people. Don’t be surprised if someone stops to compliment your critter.
Pets are a great way to meet like minded, friendly people on forums or even clubs. Just remember, always research any pet before buying one. They all need certain housing, diet, and daily interaction time. A pet can be a big commitment.
Here are five great pet choices to help you with your anxiety:
Pet #5: Guinea Pig
The potential of a guinea pig as a pet is overlooked by many. If kept as an indoor companion and given attention daily, their true loving and funny nature will shine through. Guinea pigs communicate with their owners through various sounds, including purring, and many love to be cuddled and petted. A well socialised guinea pig is sure to brighten anyone’s day.
Other pets are listed here
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