Wanderingwings Aviary

06/18/2024

06/08/2024

06/08/2024

Proudly green and gold! Did you know we had a national parrot?

📷: Rodnick Clifton Biljon

06/08/2024

Check out this adorable of Anivia going quakers over her Petite Beak Blend! 🐦💙

Tango’s Petite Beak Blend is a tasty dry mix featuring a variety of healthy and raw ingredients - perfect for our little-beaked friends.

Every batch is handmade with love and care by The Parrot Shop. 💕

📸: .parrotlet

We absolutely love to see our products with feathered friends, so send us any photos/videos for a chance to be featured on our page! 🦜

05/05/2024

Parrots preferred live Facebook Messenger exchanges to pre-recorded squawking.

05/01/2024

05/01/2024

04/19/2024

It's that time of year. Houseflies are everywhere!

https://www.oliversgarden.com/Housefly_p_26.html

04/05/2024

Despite the weather, it was a busy day yesterday for American Woodcocks. 8 different woodcocks were found in the downtown core, thankfully 6 of them are now receiving treatment for their injuries at the Toronto Wildlife Centre, including this one!

6 more woodcocks were found today, unfortunately 5 of them did not survive their collisions.

Keep an eye out for injured birds this spring. If you find a bird needing help in the GTA, please call us for the speediest reply, messages on social media can be missed.

03/29/2024

In response to some of the feedback we received about Juju, the Cape Parrot that was poached in Stutterheim, we want to thank everyone for their input and support. We appreciate the concerns shared and we’re always pleased to learn from the extant body of knowledge regarding the parrots.

We are immersed in research about the Cape Parrot and its habitat, with our work based on the Cape Parrot and Mistbelt Action Plan, drawn up with the assistance of numerous stakeholders including government, academics, conservation bodies and captive breeders. We also support the One Plan approach to conservation and the transparent and meticulous use of a stud book for captive populations.

In this particular situation, we have used a protocol for injured birds compiled with input from several sources including local and international Parrot experts. This protocol takes into account several factors, including the welfare of the bird and the overall good of the species. We have also done all the relevant tests for diseases.

We also partner with local communities to find socio-economic and educational opportunities to try and impact the type of behaviour that has given rise to this situation.

Juju’s story is not yet over and we will update as we go. Any useful input is welcome via [email protected].

03/23/2024

Tonight is earth hour! From 8:30 to 9:30pm you can switch off and give an hour for earth. But why stop there? We are heading into spring migration and light pollution directly harms migratory birds. To help keep birds safe this spring, consider turning off lights at night.

02/24/2024

The world of aviculture has lost a giant today. Fly free "African Queen"!

02/24/2024

Help us plant 10,000 trees in 2024!

In our 15 years, we have -

🌱 Planted 62 725 trees.
📄 Published 12 scientific papers.
🤝Established 3 community nurseries that support 24 jobs.
🙌 Reached 3509 people through our outreach programmes.
🦜Established a long-term monitoring program to track the population trends of Cape Parrots.
🌳Successfully restored 229 hectares of forest, including reforestation and invasive species management.

We have grand goals for 2024, including planting 10,000 indigenous trees. You can help us grow the forest and make an impact by giving monthly or once-off with MyForest: https://www.wildbirdtrust.com/projects/cape-parrot-project

Thank you to our partners who have helped us get this far! Greenpop Loro Parque Fairtree Brownie Points Abax

📷: Tara Yvette Naeser

02/24/2024

Great food at Jungle Services, London, On. Canada

We LOVE goldenfeast!
Did you know goldenfeast is one of the only foods we have in our store that has all real ingredients!!
What an amazing way to add diversity to your birds food!!
Every bird can benefit from this food!

02/24/2024

Quality toys for our feathered kids

02/11/2024

More than 200 paralysed rainbow lorikeets have been taken into care, suffering from a mysterious syndrome. A citizen science project asks bird watchers between Bundaberg and Grafton, NSW, to report what the birds are eating to narrow down potential causes.
https://www.inaturalist.org/projects/lorikeet-paralysis-syndrome-project

01/08/2024

Wild Cape Parrots are found only in South Africa and are our only endemic parrots. The Cape Parrot has a close association with the yellowwood tree; they have a preference for nesting in the hollows of mature or dead yellowwood trees. 🦜🌳
Unfortunately, the Cape Parrot is currently facing conservation challenges, including habitat loss, which makes efforts to protect both the parrots and their preferred trees necessary for the survival of these beautiful birds.

We are actively working to protect the Cape Parrot’s habitat for generations to come, but we need your help. 🤝🌿 Together, we can make a positive impact. Visit www.capeparrotproject.org to see how you can get involved.

📷: Rodnick Biljon

01/08/2024

PARROT FOOD RECALL

Urgent Voluntary Recall of D&D Commodities Ltd. 3-D Pet Products Premium Parrot Food Due to Potential Salmonella Contamination

Greeley, CO – D&D Commodities Ltd. is voluntarily recalling one lot of 3-D® Pet Products Premium Parrot Food, 4 lb. jar, UPC 719195135045, Lot Number 102525G, due to potential Salmonella contamination.

The product affected by this recall announcement is the 4-pound container with UPC code 719195135045 and Lot Number 102525G.

Company Announcement:

The recall notification is being issued based on a single manufacturing batch wherein a sample with the Lot Number 102525G and UPC 719195135045 had a positive result for Salmonella in a random sample test collected by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on November 30, 2023. The 3-D® Pet Product Premium Parrot Food was originally manufactured on October 25, 2023. D&D Commodities Ltd. is taking immediate action to remove the product from retail distribution centers and to fully investigate the cause.

Salmonella can affect animals eating the products and there is a risk to humans from handling contaminated pet products, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact with the products or any surfaces exposed to these products.

Healthy people exposed to Salmonella should monitor themselves for some or all the following symptoms: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping, and fever. Rarely, Salmonella can result in more serious ailments, including arterial infections, endocarditis, arthritis, muscle pain, eye irritation, and urinary tract symptoms. Consumers exhibiting these signs after having contact with this product should contact their healthcare providers.

Pets with Salmonella infections may be lethargic and have diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever, and vomiting. Some pets will have only decreased appetite, fever, and abdominal pain. Infected but otherwise healthy pets can be carriers and infect other animals or humans. If your pet has consumed the recalled product and has these symptoms, please contact your veterinarian.

The affected parrot food product is packaged in clear plastic jars and was distributed to retailers and distributors in the following states: Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Ohio, Oregon, Texas, Utah, and Virginia. Retailers who received the affected parrot food product have been contacted and asked to pull the product from their inventory and shelves.

Consumers who have purchased the recalled parrot food product should return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact D&D Commodities Ltd. at 1-218-991-8015, Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm CST.

D&D Commodities Ltd. has chosen to issue a voluntary recall of this product and is committed to providing high-quality, safe products for wild and domesticated birds and the people who love them. The company is committed to following strict protocols to ensure the safety of all who handle our products.

01/08/2024

01/05/2024

🎊 Sprouting Kits are Back in Stock!! 🎊

Featuring:
🌱 Stainless Steel Tray and Rack
🌱 2 Packages of Seed!
🌱 Jar with Lid (1 for single, 2 for double)

Order today!
🫙 Single Kit = https://sprouting.com/product/sprouting-seed-kit-single/
🫙🫙 Double Kit = https://sprouting.com/product/sprouting-seed-kit-double/

🌱Happy Sprouting!

12/16/2023

We have some very exciting news to share!! 🦜🎉

We’re thrilled to share that The Parrot Shop has been selected as a finalist in the Pet Shop category for the Canadian Choice Awards!!! 🏆

The Canadian Choice Awards celebrate small businesses across the country and being recognized by them is a great honour.

Thank you to everyone who has supported us on this amazing journey. 🌟 Your love for our shop and your feathered friends means the world to us. 🦜✨

12/15/2023

12/11/2023

THIS WEEK! The International Avian Conservation & Education Series is happy to present researcher Dr EV Voltura who will be discussing “Biodiversity in Psittaciformes Diets - Polly wants more than a cracker!” on Wednesday, December 13th at 7pm Eastern Time. Hear the truth about the wide variety of things parrots eat in the wild! You can register today at bit.ly/avianwebseries and get immediate access to all past webinars and join these live!

12/05/2023

Working hard to catch up on orders. Finished a small litter of Scrappy Dogs yesterday. So cute!

12/04/2023

December 4th is World Wildlife Conservation Day, a day to raise awareness and engage conversations about species that are endangered or under threat of extinction. Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre is committed to the conservation of wetlands and local wildlife.

Did you know that the Trumpeter Swans were once considered extirpated or locally extinct in Ontario by 1886, and globally were listed as a Critically Endangered species? Biologist Harry Lumsden began a provincial reintroduction program in the early 1980's to re-establish the Trumpeter swan in its former habitat and range.
With prime wetland habitat, and archaeological evidence confirming the historical presence of Trumpeters in the Wye Valley, Wye Marsh became a co-operator in the restoration of this magnificent species in 1989. The original captive breeding pair of Trumpeters at Wye Marsh were "Big Guy" and "Lady Girl", who successfully raised the first cygnet in 1990, "Pig Pen". In 1993, Pig Pen and her mate became the first wild nesting pair of Trumpeters in Wye Marsh in over 200 years.

Learn more about our history of conservation on our website: https://www.wyemarsh.com/trumpeter-swan-history

12/01/2023

12/01/2023

Deck the halls with adorable crocheted bird ornaments! 🐦🎄🧶

Hang them on your Christmas tree or use them as keychains - these little birdies add a cozy touch wherever they go!

We have these available in a wide variety of bird species - from budgies to macaws.

They’re a unique and heart warming gift idea for fellow bird lovers - they also are currently on sale for 15% off!

Visit our website to treat yourself or others these beautiful keychains before they’re gone! 🐦✨

https://www.theparrotshop.ca/Crochet-Ornaments_c_357.html

06/13/2023

Does your bird make contact calls? Contact calls are used by birds to help maintain flock unity while flying and foraging. These calls are typically short and communicate location and proximity of flockmates. In captivity, contact calls can escalate into screaming if unacknowledged. If you find the contact call too loud or disruptive, training can be performed to replace the natural contact call with a more pleasant noise- such as a whistle- to help meet the same behavioral need of your bird (ie: knowing where you are when out of sight).

Listen to a hyacinth macaw contact call: https://search.macaulaylibrary.org/catalog?taxonCode=hyamac1&mediaType=audio&tag=flight_call

Audio credit: Cornell Lab of Ornithology Macaulay Library: (hyacinth macaw contact call)

05/25/2023

https://www.agdaily.com/livestock/poultry/egg-splaining-the-color-of-chicken-eggs-inside-and-out/

May is National Egg Month, and it is an "egg-cellent" time to discuss how chicken eggs get their coloring.

04/30/2023

Good Morning All!

Today I’m sharing the timeline of our eaglet’s remaining development with you. I hope this helps answer many of your questions! I’ll start with some frequently asked questions:

Murphy has directly fed the eaglet only once that we know of - when they were first introduced. We’re not expecting him to feed the chick directly, as we’d prefer to see the chick eating on its own right now.

Murphy does not sleep in the nest with the eaglet.

The eaglet WILL be banded before release.

Flight training is very instinctual, but birds of prey tend to be a bit lazy, so we’ll make sure our eaglet is flying enough in our 200 foot flight enclosure to build muscle and learn to take off and land properly! We won’t need to worry as much about imprinting at that point.

We will release at a site where we know there are many adult and juvenile eagles so OUR juvie can continue to learn how to find food from these birds.

Once his fostering duties are done, Murphy will return to the public bald eagle aviary and re-join his previous 4 eagle enclosure-mates!

And a reminder: we do not name birds that are set for release. It’s a rehabilitation superstition that something will go wrong if we do! You are all welcome to call the eagles whatever you’d like!

Timeline:

May 5th -
6 weeks old - should be walking well and begin to tear food on own.

May 12th -
Perches will be added to existing enclosure so eaglet can start branching.

May 19th -
Plan to start switching entirely to whole food.

June 2nd -
10 weeks - plan to move to large flight to start flight training. We’ll move Murphy in as well and provide him lower perches.

June 18th -
FATHER’S DAY and targeted release date! Details will be provided. Public is welcome.

A Murphy/RockBaby/Eaglet T-Shirt will be released on May 5th.

Donate:
https://www.worldbirdsanctuary.org/donate/

Wish List:
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T-Shirts
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