Do white feathers fall from the wings of an angel or from a white bird?

Someone recently told me she found a white feather, and took this as the sign that an angel had visited to make things okay. I, ever the cynic, say it came from a white bird. What do you think? And have you heard this saying before?

What midwest bird has bright yellow at the bottom tip of it’s feathers?

I just saw him this afternoon flying away, and all I could tell is that maybe it was a somewhat brownish bird, but all I really saw was the bright yellow on the tips of the tail when he flew away. Have no idea about the beak, or anything. Is there a bird expert out there that has an idea what kind of bird this could be?

Maintaining Your Bird Bath For Your Feathered Friends

So you want to add something special and unique to your garden or your backyard? Bird baths can be a beautiful asset to your garden and attract colorful birds from your area.  If you have decided to put one on your property you must realize it is also a responsibility. It is like caring for a pet that is free to fly wherever he chooses. If you maintain your bird bath, your feathered friends will come to visit you time and time again. I am going to mention some of the important aspects of a bird bath and how you can maintain it effectively so the birds will continuously flock to your yard.

Location of the bird bath. It should not be placed near any bushes, big rocks or anything that can make it easy for a predator to access it. Your bird bath should be located in a clear area of your garden where birds can easily watch out for predators while taking a bath or drinking water. If you do not choose the right location for it you could put the birds visiting your garden in eminent danger. If you have a cat, put a bell on his collar so the birds will hear it coming if it decides to attack.

Bird bathing hygiene. Birds depend on this water to take a bath, wet their feathers and take a drink of water. If you don’t replenish the bowl with fresh water on a daily basis, the water can make the birds sick. Collected bird droppings and algae can turn your birth bath into a bacteria infestation. When cleaning it out, avoid using harsh chemicals and detergents. Birds can also fall sick from any cleaning chemicals you use so as much as possible try to rinse it out with just regular water. If you find cleaning out the algae a cumbersome task, try using a bird bath wiggler. A bird bath wiggler is one of the many Bird Bath Accessories you can invest in. It is a unit you place in the bowl to prevent water from lying stagnant. The unit “wiggles” the water and this movement of water keeps it oxygen rich for the birds to drink. This wiggle movement also prevents mosquitoes from using the water to breed.

Water Level. The water level should not be higher than 3 inches so any type of bird, large or small can easily have a strong foothold. Most are made with a textured surface so birds can have a steady grasp while standing in the bowl. But if you find yours doesn’t, don’t worry too much. This can be fixed by placing small flat rocks in the bowl which gives the bird something to stand on. If you live in a colder region of the US, you will have to check regularly during the winter season to check if the water has iced over. If it has iced over you will have to break it so birds can use the water for drinking and bathing. A very useful solution to this problem can be a solar bird bath. Solar bird baths collect energy using solar panels. With this energy it operates the motor that causes the water to circulate and prevents ice from forming.

There are many Bird Bath Fountains you can choose from to enjoy the wildlife within the sanctity of your own garden. Bird baths and bird feeders are a great way to introduce wildlife into your garden without disturbing them from their natural environment.


- Chantelle Simoes

I found a bird, what kind is it?

I found a baby bird in my backyard, and want to help raise it. It has little feathers, and its skin is very pale. It’s beak has a yellowish-greenish tint to it, and the feathers and eyelids are black. It has several long white hairs over its torso. Please help identify!!!!
- Culin

I found some baby birds in my backyard. What should I feed them?

I tried grass but it didn’t work
They are just newborn and haven’t grow feathers yet.
And I got it off the chimney because they were blocking it.
No, I didn’t take them out of their nest, and I placed the nest near where I found them.
- Lily

Help.Baby Robin?

Ok, so Im in a predicament. Saw a cat climb into a tree and within minutes baby robins were on the ground..i was able to get one away from the cat. It has no injuries. I normally wouldnt have intervened, but it was soo sad. Anyway…my plan was to put the bird back in its nest. Well I tried that and that darn cat came back within a cpl of hrs, but i had been in the backyard reading and saw it happen. So, now i have a baby robin and I cant put it back in its original nest!!?? Been feeding it worms and have it inside now that it is nightime. This is not a fledgling, this is a nestling from what i gather…doesnt have all its feathers…

Can I put it in another tree in the same yard, possibly higher so the cat wont get it?? Should I nurse it out of harms way so it gets stronger, then do that…help??
- tngurl30

What kind of bird is this (Gulfcoast Texas Area)?

This bird is currently injured and stranded in these bushes next to my building. I waited for animal rescue and they said the bird is far down on emergency list. It’s a very unique bird with grey blue feathers with white forehead and an S-shaped neck and large black beak (about 4 inches long) and long legs when it stands, and a pretty wide wingspan. Maybe if it is a rare bird, they will come sooner to help it.
http://i265.photobucket.com/albums/ii228/lldietz/BIrd.jpg
- sparklehorse728

Emergency! Found baby bird, his mother abandoned him. And I know this for a fact?

I thought I had saved this bird yesterday, I thought he fell from his nest. I put him back in with gloves and he looked ok. Today I’ve been watching the nest. and I just visibly saw his mom take him in her mouth and fly him and leave him on the ground. He barely has any feathers and I feel very bad for him. She just didn’t want him for some reason! Please give me advice, he’s on the ground tumbling over the grass and everything. Should I at least bring him inside and try to help. What could I feed him? I know I wouldn’t be able to release him back if he turns out to be ok. Or maybe. But I just need some opinions, thanks!
Thank you all so much, I called a rehabilitation place and she gave me pretty much the same information. I’m keeping my eye on it out there and if they haven’t gotten it by the time it gets dark I will bring him inside. Though I don’t think he will live. Thanks so much, I hope it goes well!
BTW, he is NOT even close to be able to fly and can not find food on his own.
He’s taking food from me! yay!
- Iris

I feed the birds in my backyard and lately a couple of cats have been hanging around?

I found some feathers on the ground the other day. how can I get rid of these cats without bringing them any harm?
- specialk

bird emergency?

my friend just called me freaking out. I guess his bird pulled out some feathers and is biting at its back, and it is bleeding enough to be dripping. He can’t take it to any vets or pet hospital, apparently. So does anyone have any ideas?
- Tiffany C

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