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They are impossible to sex visually, unfortunately. The one with the gray head is going through a molt right now, and I believe his crest will be as dark as his sibling once he's done. --- Wendy

Thank you both so much. :) I didn't "get them" anywhere really. They were found by locals, and I since I do native songbird rehabilitation I was contacted by the State and asked if I was willing to raise/rehabilitate them. It's been very rewarding, even though it is quite a commitment...

Hi everyone, I've been busy rehabilitating 2 Blue Jay babies since July 4th. I thought it would be nice to post some pictures, so everyone can see how "my" babies are doing. :) Here's a picture taken 7-7-07, 3 days after the rescue. They were estimated to be between 3-4 weeks of age...

The "Wichita Wildlife Refuge" by any chance? :) Gosh, how I miss that place! Gorgeous rattler you found there. --- Wendy

Beautiful birds, indeed, but as already stated, they are by far THE messiest birds I've ever encountered. Due to their specialized diet (fruits and nectar), their droppings literally shoot out off their little feathered butts. :eek: A good friend of mine breeds lories, and she's finally...

Absolutely magnificent! And I LOVE the name, too. :) --- Wendy ---

Thanks, Conor. :) I've had my leo for about 6 months now, and let me tell you, she grew FAST. She's quite a piggy when it comes to food. I did tons and tons of research, making sure I'll give her an appropriate home. Try this link for the carpet...

I've had mine on tiles, which IMO not only looks decent, but is a breeze to clean. :) --- Wendy ---

Holy poop, Gui! :eek: :eek: I am so, so sorry that happened to you. You had to have been scared out of your pants. Do you have any idea who tipped them off - and WHY? Jealousy? You've got to be heartbroken about losing your beautiful collection. :( Will you have to go to court? I...

{D {D {D ROFLMAO {D {D {D Tim, I swear there's one pesky rabbit left that is THE most persitent sucker ever. I bought (plastic :rolleyes: ) rabbit fencing and put it all around our fence. Guess what! He chewed through it enough to fit through. Guess what's the only thing on his menu? My...

For someone who doesn't read Ulrich's responds, you certainly make damn sure to post right after him each and every time, yes? :rolleyes: Anyway, I HATE wild rabbits (in my back yard). Been fighting with them for the past year. They're destructive, evil creatures that belong on the...

Poor Gixxer (did I butcher her name?) probably nearly had a heart attack alongside you. :eek: Glad you're both ok. Did the truck sustain any damage when you steered it into a ditch? A restraint does sound like a good idea - never know how other people drive and break and/or swirve for...

:( :( Gui, I hope everything works out for you really soon. :( :( Thanks for the update, Cedrik, I was wondering what had happened. --- Wendy ---

I've never ever heard of any deaths in birds related to the "draft" created by a vacuum cleaner. Canaries and finches are more prone to die from a respiratory infection caused by "major" COLD drafts, but that's about all. Wind does not kill birds. They wouldn't have been able to survive...

I believe the humour is a personal, individual trait. A lot has to do with how the bird was raised, interacted and worked with as well, however, I don't think if you raise 2 birds (clutchmates) the exact same way, you'll never end up with the exact same results. Ever since owning my Amazons...

It's a Coopers Hawk - I'm quite sure of it now. He's been back a few times, but I haven't been able to take any more pictures, he's much too quick. :) Most definitely not a Redtail Hawk, they look quite different. Thank you all for your inputs. :) --- Wendy ---

Thanks so much for that great link, Misty. :) And "your" Cooper's is magnificent. Holy cow - how did he pin the pigeons through the fence? Did he eat them, too, or just killed them? What kind of trap did you use? (I have NO intentions of trapping my buddy, but there's this pesky rabbit...

Thank you all for the input. :) I googled the birds mentioned and believe he/she is a Cooper's Hawk. The pictures I posted were taken a while ago, but the plummage hasn't changed much. He's a big bird, and catches the sparrows in the air. :eek: One time he pinned one against the fence...

Thanks, Wolfy. I don't think he's a Sparrow Hawk, unless the American Kestrel/Sparrow Hawk are actually 2 different types of birds. I occasionally see those in our Reservoir, and they're a whole lot smaller (and more colorful). --- Wendy ---

I've been getting quite regular visits of the below beauty in my yard but can't figure out what type of hawk this is. Can anyone identify him for me, please? He's quite welcome in my yard, especially since he's been very successful at downsizing the house sparrow population. :D \ ---...