BirdCast

All over Australia land is being developed at an astonishing rate - that in itself is not surprising as we are a country in a national building mode - but what is shocking, and disappointing, is that…

Sometimes we forget how very precious and unique our own backyards are, and that we don't need to travel thousands of miles to be some place that exists nowhere else on the planet.  For today's guest…

The human fascination with birds and keeping them in their homes has been part of human existence for 1000's of years.
The surviving frescoes and mosaics of ancient civilisations such as Pompeii shows…

Although many people are quick to condemn the pet shop trade - pet shops offer a valuable contribution to aviculture overall.
Firstly they provide a great visual presence to the general public, in tha…

Today's episode epitomises the core philosophy behind the very creation of BirdCast - the sharing of information between bird keepers and owners.
We are very grateful for today's guest who was willing…

How does a nature loving, non-birdkeeping young Aussie guy with no background in aviculture become a leading authority on the captive breeding of one of Australia's most endangered large birds?
Today'…

Pretty much all birds enjoy semi-ripened grass seeds - from the biggest macaw to the tiniest finch.  There are many grasses that grow naturally in our gardens, balcony pots and verges - but what exac…

Birdman Dad thought that today's guest might be of great interest to the listeners as he is discussing some great, simple hints and tips to help you take better photos of your own birds.  We all like…

Water. It is essential for life - if you think about it our planet should be called "Water" not Earth!
All birds need water, aviary birds included.
Fresh, cool, clean water can never be underestimated.
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This episode the BirdCast team is taking an aviary visit to see for themselves the beautiful and unique Naretha Bluebonnet parrot ( Northiella narethae)  aka the "Narrie".  The naretha has been a bir…

The short billed white tailed black cockatoo aka Carnaby cockatoo (Calyptorhynchus  latirostris) would have to be the most widely recognised and iconic large birds in Western Australia. The governmen…

Sure we expect the weather to be warm in summertime in Australia - but this has been a HOT start to summer and just reminded us perhaps there are other bird keepers and lovers out there who are looki…

As the end of 2020 approaches, human social lives ramp up, as people make preparations for celebrating Christmas and the New Year.  In Birdman Dad's neck of the woods this time of the year is summer,…

Well if you are not a West Australian you may be scratching your head on this podcast name!  What on earth is a Naso?  The name comes from the birds scientific name - Calyptorhynchus banksii naso - a…

Guinea Fowl (Numida meleagris) are a quirky and one of a kind bird. Not suited to every home - mostly on account of their noise and their roaming habits - if you are lucky enough to have a flock of g…

As promised during Season 2 Birdman Dad is going to go out in the field and make some aviary visits!
 Today's podcast is Part 2 of  Birdman Dad's visit to  Caversham Wildlife Park in Western Australia…

As promised during Season 2 Birdman Dad is going to go out in the field and make some aviary visits!
Today Birdman Dad is out and about at Caversham Wildlife Park in Western Australia .
Caversham WP is…

Having live animals in your care means you have an obligation to provide them with the very best care you can; the animals in your care are dependent on you so there is no days off as such when you d…

Keeping track of your birds is so important - especially when you have birds that can breed all year round like some finches. You need to know who are the parents and who are the young - because some…