Great Australian birdlife sight taking place in north west Qld

by Sally Cripps - @sallyQCL One of the most spectacular birding sights to be seen in Australia is taking place around Richmond at the moment. The undulating, chirping group formation of budgerigars on the wing, known as a murmuration, has been caught on camera by Richmond grazier, Terry Carrington. Terry, who lives at Patroy, 27km …

Fly High, Fly Free Sweet Pico: Anipals Remember Pico

Many of us came together recently at Anipal Cove to remember our sweet budgie friend Pico.  Pico flew Over the Rainbow Bridge much too soon, much too young.  The following is a tribute to beautiful Pico. Remembering Pico from Charlie and Robin - @voon28260442 Pico was a gentle little soul. He loved Skip and Grandma. …

Budgies: Popularity With a Problem

by Mariah Hughes Budgerigars – or, affectionately, budgies – may be the most popular pet bird species in the world: most major pet stores sell them for the cost of a quick lunch and aviculturists breed them with ease. Their minute stature makes keeping a small flock cheap and relatively easy. Though they are tiny, […] …