A friend of a friend recently got a young African Grey parrot. It's very friendly, speaks well, and he's trained it to sit on his shoulder and take peanuts from his lips. Could a bird be a host for... ...
If one stem of rose bush appears from ground with NO THORNS along the stem (except two or three tiny ones at the bottom) does that mean it's a 'sucker' and should I remove it? If so how? Just cut... ...
I spotted a large beetle in my garden today (Bigger than a bumble bee) Which glowed irridecent colours, from green to gold. Can anyone identify it, as I've not looked it up yet ? Never seen one... ...
I've never seen any birds nesting here. Apparently in a big hole in the roof of the communal roof. Clarion say they can't fix the hole because of this. Looks like it won't be done. Anyone come... ...
has just brought out a new bird book: "Ten Birds that changed the world" I've only read the chapter about the Raven so far but it is a fascinating read
Maxie due to be groomed but at the same time his annual vaccinations are due at the same time. He doesn't like either but what should I do. Vaccinations first - groom second or the other way round. I... ...
Seen or heard any yet? Not seen any house Martins, swallow or swifts nor heard a cuckoo yet (Mr BM thought he heard one about 10 days ago). Seem late this year.
It probably saved my daughter's cat..... she has just moved and on sunday, her beloved cat decided to jump out of the window - only five floors up in a Manchester ten-storey block... It looks... ...
I would love to get the Merlin app which identifies birds' songs. I don't want to sign up for a regular financial commitment. Is there a free one for iPhone? I can't find one. I would love to know... ...
I was driving late one night about 2am & i saw a bird in the road, but i didnt know it was a bird until it suddenly flew away as it was a dark colour, it was night, & theres no street lamps on... ...
My sister, and I were planting some tomatoes. She said that we should cover the bottom of the pots with rock. I guess it helps the water filter better I guess. So we went to the river with two 5... ...
With the deadline of 10 June fast approaching, apparently there are millions yet to get their pussy chipped – with the potential of a £500 fine for non-compliance. I was completely unaware of this... ...