the birds

the birds

Birds / a huge rank of birds where more than half of the bird species belong to it, and it is one of the most varied vertebrate ranks with 5400 species, almost twice the number of more diverse mammal species of rodents

Birds are a type of bird with many beautiful characteristics, which led to raising them in homes for decorations or entertainment, and the types of birds differ according to the country you belong to, and in this article we will mention some of the most common types of birds

How to raise birds Many people raise birds of all kinds, due to their enjoying a sweet voice, especially in the early morning hours, but a small number of them possess sufficient experience on how to properly raise birds, while a large number of them are unaware of the ways and things to consider and take them into consideration Consideration when raising birds to keep them healthy and safe and to prevent harm to them or cause disease or death. In this article, we mention the most important matters related to the raising of birds

1- Feed the birds /

Providing appropriate nutrition for birds according to their types, where each type of birds feeds on a specific type of grains or food, and the bird seller can be asked about the best food that can be provided for the type of birds to be bought and raised.

Provide vitamins for birds for birds, which help to strengthen their feathers and increase their brightness, and can be obtained from pharmacies or bird shops, and grind and mix with bird food or dissolve it in water.


Avoid drinking water for birds permanently, especially in the summer, and it is preferable to provide mineral water or pre-boiled water. Separate the food bowl from the water bowl with a sufficient distance, and lift them from the cage floor to keep them clean and to prevent contamination by bird droppings.

2- Birdcage /

The size of the birdcage should be appropriate to the type of bird that it will be placed in. Active and many flying birds need a relatively large cage, and vice versa.

Hanging the birdcage in a well-ventilated place with exposure to sunlight for sufficient hours of the day, and keeping it away from cold air currents, especially in the winter.

Paying attention to the cleanliness of the bird cage, by taking out bird droppings from it frequently, with cleaning and washing of food and drink bowls on a daily basis, and brushing them with clean wood carpentry permanently.

3- Mating birds /

In the case of raising two male and female birds of the same type, it is preferable to place each in a separate cage, while keeping the two cages close to each other, while during the mating period, the two birds are collected in one cage.

 The eggs are presented by breaking them and mixing with rusk to the birds throughout the mating period and laying eggs, due to the need of the female bird of calcium in order to lay the largest amount of eggs. Not to change the place of the cage or move it forcefully during the period when birds lie on the eggs, in order to prevent them from scaring them and harming the eggs.

Providing a calm and warm atmosphere for the birds, allowing them to lie on eggs and warm them to help him hatch. Providing a large amount of food for birds during hatching, in order to help the mother to feed her young.