BirdCast

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 bird of concern for many years and is currently listed as Near Threatened in the Australian state of South Australia and Fauna Priority 4 in Western Australia - which indicates fauna which is ra...

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 government (both State and federal) in collaboration with several non-government organisations such as BirdlifeWA, have invested time and taxpayers funds into trying to preserve this bird and with it, it's...

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 looking for ideas and tips on  how to keep their birds cool! So even though we were not planning another podcast until after New Years..here's a special episode and we HOPE that you find some hints or...

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, and many Australians have extended holidays over the summer break.  Life can be very busy this time of year, and for those who keep birds in their backyards, you may be finding it challenging to...

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 black cockatoo species described by the famous English birdman John Gould; he chose this name in reference to the bird's large bill.   The Naso is an Australian black cockatoo that lives in the...

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 guinea fowl in your life - you will be much richer for their most amusing habits. The order of birds known as Galliformes is one of the oldest on our planet and they have a rich history interwoven with...

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 . Caversham WP is the largest private collection of Australian native fauna within Western Australia and as such Birdman Dad makes an annual pilgrimage there to immerse himself in all anima...

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 the largest private collection of Australian native fauna within Western Australia and as such Birdman Dad makes an annual pilgrimage there to immerse himself in all animals Australian. Caversham WP...

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 don't need to be looking after them. In this new segment "Birdman Dad Talks" - Birdman Dad wanted to talk to you about the routine of his bird care. Birdman Dad is not a professional bird...

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 birds look exactly the same once they have matured - you also need to know which young belongs to which parents, so that if you are breeding with the young you don't have directly related bloodli...

Welcome to Season 2 of BirdCast! As part of Season 2, Birdman Dad is planning to include a few aviary visits into the podcast schedule. In this first episode we are visiting the famous Yongergnow aviaries in Ongerup, Western Australia that house Australian Mallee Fowl. The Australian Mallee Fowl ( Leipoa ocellata) is an amazing and tough bird that is in serious threat of surviving into the future....

For those bird people who keep finches and softbills who eat live food the vinegar fly trap is a quick and easy option to provide your birds with another different type of protein to keep them happy and healthy. Birdman Dad explains just how easy it is to build a trap and gives you a few helpful construction tips as well. Hope this short podcast help you out and provides your bird with a new sourc...

The Lesser red-browed finch ( Neochmia temporalis minor) is an Australian finch that lives in the northern parts of Queensland.  Many people are more familiar with the nominate species - the red-browed, often called the Sydney waxbill - is Neochima temporalis.  This finch is seen up and down the east coast of Australia, often in groups and with other birds in a wide range of habitats from downtown...

The Red-backed Western Rosella (P. icterotis xanthogenys) now called the Inland Western Rosella is in serious strife in it's homelands.  Years of habitat destruction, agricultural sprays and invasions by other bird species have almost seen the end to this stunning bird. Coupled with the decline in backyard bird keepers choosing this beautiful bird to join their home, this smallest of the rose...

There is such a buzz in the aviaries as breeding season comes closer. The warmer weather has a lot to do with the increase in the birds' energy levels and it sure is lovely to see your beautiful finches sitting in the warm sunshine. To get to spring of course we all go through the winter months and during winter there is some important things all birdkeepers/aviculturists should be doing in t...

Like the secret herbs and spices of a certain fried chicken brand; the ingredients that go into finch nests can be just as secretive - and varied! Join Birdman Dad as he explains some of the finch o secrets to having finches make a nest within your aviary. This podcast information is complementary to Birdman Dad's You Tube video on "How to make a nest box with Birdman Dad" https://y...

The Scarlet chested parrot aka Neophema splendida is an Australian native grass parrot and when Europeans first arrived in Western Australia they were seen all around the Swan River settlement.  Sadly this is not the case today in the 21st century, where you would would have to travel out to far remote regions to even have the chance of a possible sighting.  What was once a commonly seen bird in t...

This weeks episode Birdman Dad talks about the Orange-cheeked finch aka Orange-cheeked waxbill.  The Orange-cheeked finch is a hardy little finch, that does very well in a mixed aviary set up and is re-known for it's tail wag. For those wanting to keep the Orange-cheeked finch Birdman Dad gives you some great tips to get you started with Orange-cheeks and some hints that he has utilised to ke...

 This episode the Birdman Dad team are presenting an in depth discussion on the Blue capped finch aka the Blue capped cordon bleu.  The blue capped finch is a striking coloured bird that is almost all blue in colour and is stunning to see in real life. If you are considering keeping blue capped finches in your aviaries have a listen and hopefully Birdman Dad can give you some ideas on how to keep...

Today we discuss the topic of introducing new birds into your aviaries.  Our discussion includes how to air freight birds to your home - Birdman Dad lives in Western Australia - a very isolated place due to the distances in Australia - and Western Australia has very strict quarantine laws and border inspections to keep our great state free of agricultural pests and diseases - diseases that could c...

In this episode, we have a talk with Birdman Dad about how he designed and maintains his current aviaries.  Please get in contact if you want to ask questions at goosemanki8@gmail.com or want to do a zoom call  

In this episode, we ask Birdman Dad what material types he has used in constructing his aviary and what ideas he uses to encourage his finches in particular to use a nest site.  He also speaks a little about the current finches he keeps currently and hopes to keep in the future. 

In episode 2 we touch base with Birdman Dad again and chat about Success and Failures in birdkeeping from what finches he has bred with great success in mixed aviaries and which ones he found troublesome.  He also suggest some aviary design features that would be on his top 5 tips as well as some he simply can not incorporate into his current set up.  Co-host Kiah delves into the world of "av...

Welcome to the inaugural podcast with Birdman Dad and co-host Kiah! Come along and join in the conversation about all things birds, aviaries and aviculture in the world of Birdman Dad.  Birdman Dad shares all he knows about the birds he keeps, his aviaries, the wild birds that visit his home and the hints and tips he wishes he knew when he was first started keeping birds. By no means an expert in...