Featherheads Bird Rescue

21/10/2025

Expressions of interest for these two mature, once handraised princess parrots.

They have come from an unpleasant background and will need gentle handling.

Their exact age is unknown; they have been inside birds but would likely adjust to aviary life very well, although their wings are currently clipped so would need adjustments for that.

Still available for adoption are the gremlins (green cheek conures), two zebra finches (male and female) and the quaker brothers; and assisted adoptions include the rainbow lorikeets and corellas.

I'm going to be looking at readjusting how I manage assisted adoptions as I really feel like there are a number of people just after a free bird - I'm not against this per se, as what matters is a good, loving home - but I'm also very wary of people onselling which is unacceptable.

I'm not a fan of putting adoption fees on any birds but frankly rescues don't run on air. Most of their food and enrichment comes out of my own pocket, so it is a necessary evil if I want to continue helping the birds.

So please keep that in mind when looking for a "free" bird - it's not necessarily free for everyone else.

20/10/2025

Anyone needing to evacuate with pet birds are welcome to leave their birds with me for emergency accommodation.

Sadly no room for humans, but can work with the feathered ones.

Stay safe!

14/10/2025

So good to see councils endorsing this. Love wildlife? Leave them alone and observe from a distance.

If you want to attract birds, plant natives in your garden. If you rent, grow some in pots! There are plenty of insect attracting plants that do well in pots.

Leaving food out for animals might seem kind, but it can do more harm than good.

❌ Unnatural diets can make animals sick.
❌ Dependency on humans disrupts natural foraging behaviours.
❌ Attracting pests like rats and feral cats puts native species at risk.
❌ Litter and food waste pollute habitats and waterways.

Let’s protect our wildlife by keeping food secure and disposing of waste responsibly.

08/10/2025

Heads up for some REALLY strong winds Friday morning. If you haven't already with the light breeze we've been having, make sure your aviaries are anchored!

Not only the base of the aviary - make sure the roof is solidly attached!

04/10/2025

Edit to repeat myself because it seems people can't read:

𝐓𝐨 𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭, 𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐝 𝐦𝐞 𝐚 𝐩𝐢𝐜 𝐨𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐬𝐞𝐭 𝐮𝐩, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐝𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐬.

MEGA CHICKEN ADOPTION

Occasionally I get a request for help with chickens and given the size of my yard, I'm not always able to take any on (the two bantams are the only exception!)

But I've been asked for help to rehome 50 chickens from a residence where the chicks kept on hatching and now they've been inundated and have decided, they'd better move on everyone.

Which is fair enough because frankly half a dozen chooks are enough work, I couldn't imagine cleaning up after 50!

So, the deal is:

• They will need quarantining as they are showing signs of runny bums, which could be anything from worms to botulism.
• To register your interest, please send me a pic of your set up, and your contact details.
• There are 35 hens and 15 roosters. Priority will be given to those who can take roosters as well.
• Pick up will be at a TBA designated spot in the Glenorchy/northern suburbs area (not my house which is a private residence) on a Saturday morning, hopefully next weekend the 11th October.

I haven't seen the conditions of these chickens, but it's safe to assume that they will need the full spa treatment for mites and worms (although they have been done apparently, but I don't know what with).

Music video (slightly NSFW) for chicken tax as I have no photos, but they are a mixed breed, hyline-type.

TAKEO RETURNS- Chicken Pig Attack: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7dAUADjVzv4Stream the track - https://open.spotify.com/album/5iMdlqdmZrzX52AAhGEgW7https:/...

01/10/2025

MISSING - BIRD - LUTANA (GLENORCHY CC REGION) 22/9/2025

Missing since Monday 22nd September from Lutana.
HERBIE the Alexander parrot - 20 years old.
HERBIE can talk and loves pistachio nuts.
She will seek human contact when afraid or hungry.
If you know where she is, or you have been able to catch her, please call me on the following number and leave a message if I can't pick up.
She is very loved.

PHONE: 0466 909 881

FB CONTACT: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100007732003406

ORIGINAL POST: https://www.facebook.com/groups/71653057200/posts/10161998764577201/

Triple M Hobart

(Gayle)

28/09/2025

Enrichment doesn't have to be expensive!

It also doesn't have to be toys marketed for birds.

I always encourage getting bird toys as they are tested for bird use, but there are other toys you can use *while supervised*.

Such as these cat toys from Petstonk, they were less than $10 and the perfect size for pine nuts.

They may not last for really strong beaks which is why I say use under supervision, but when thinking outside the square you can really get some good enrichment for your birds.

Don't mind me in the dressing gown, it IS a Sunday after all 😁

28/09/2025

~EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST~

Vincey and Montgomery, two handraised, roughly 9 month old quakers. Both are DNA tested males.

They are a little shy, but very inquisitive and wouldn't take long to warm up to you.

Quakers make great pets but they are known to be cage territorial so you must be willing to keep up with basic training.

At their age they will be going through sexual maturity and will also need to keep up with training to ride this stage out.

They don't necessarily need an experienced bird person to adopt them, just one that is willing to put in the effort.

At this stage I will not separate them.

If you are interested, please send a message to Featherheads with info about yourself, and a photo of your set up or previous set ups if possible.

Please note, these guys will not be cheap and I will not respond to messages just asking how much. Genuine, serious enquiries only.

I will also not respond to messages in the post, most of the time I don't see them and also most of the time they are questions I've already answered above.

I know that sounds rude, but as I've mentioned before I am very busy and don't want to waste time repeating myself 🥴

26/09/2025

~Adoption~
Two zebra finches, male and female. Recently "rescued" from a poor circumstance by someone, who then couldn't keep them due to poor health.

Small adoption fee will apply, and looking for an aviary for them to go into.

24/09/2025

24/09/2025

23/09/2025

Just a couple of notes and a slight rant. If you text me, I am happy to try and help BUT

~ Don't just send me a photo with no information. What am I going to do with a photo? No where, when, who... What do you want me to do with a photo?! I am very busy with work and the birds, I do NOT have time to chase up information or nag for details. Tell me everything or don't bother because sending a photo with no info, or a vague message with no context helps no one.

~ ALL wild bird calls need to go to WIRES or Bonorong. I do not take on wild birds anymore due to quarantine risks with bird flu and other pathogens (such as psittacine beak and feather disease).

~ If you try to call me, and I don't answer, I am probably at work. Send a text. Yes, I work full time and I am extremely busy with the birds at the moment, so I might take some time to get back to you. Same applies for FB messages.

~ Please don't comment on adoptions with "how much". Read the post properly, and if you are actually interested you will see what the process is that needs to be followed. I won't put prices on posts.

If you read this far, thanks for reading and I appreciate your patience while I work through all the messages.

Edit to add: To be a little more organised, I now have a dedicated folder with photos of current adoptions and assisted adoptions.

Dahl and Lentil below for bird tax.