Stress and unclear loss rates Why animal welfare activists criticize today's racing pigeon breeding
Carrier pigeons are bred for competitions. Animal rights activists criticize this, but why? And what do the breeders themselves think?
Birds
Parrot Behavior, appearance, and proper care of the blue-fronted Amazon
The blue-fronted Amazon is one of the most popular parrots. Not only because of its funny nature, but also because of its colorful plumage.
After the referendum on killing the pigeons Is there new hope for pigeons in Limburg? A sanctuary agreed to take in 200 birds
After a referendum in Limburg decided in favor of killing the city's pigeons, a sanctuary has provided new hope for these birds.
Breeding behavior Why do pet birds lay unfertilized eggs?
Many pet birds lay eggs, even when kept as pets. We explain the reason they do this and what you should bear in mind.
Training or a death sentence? Flying white doves – a wedding ritual that is being criticized
Letting white wedding doves fly into the air on the "most magical day of your life" - is actually quite stressful and dangerous for them..
Not all of them seek protection What do birds do when it rains?
PETBOOK explains how different birds protect themselves from the rain and how this differs from species to species.
This bird can memorize up to 6000 hiding places! 7 amazing facts about the jay
The jay can imitate voices, remember 6000 hiding places and knows its partner's favorite food. PETBOOK shares 7 facts about the jay.
Referendum Limburg decides to have pigeons killed – animal rights activists appalled
The majority of citizens in the Hessian town of Limburg have voted in favor of killing pigeons. Animal rights activists speak of a lack of empathy.