THE MAJESTIC WINGS
Majestic Wings Philippines introduced some of their best avian friends to us here at Animal Scene.
The blue and gold macaw is known for their gorgeous blue body and golden chest, hence the name. They have a large body frame about 35 inches long and have a wing span of up to 45 inches, so it’s hard to miss one out in the open.
They live up to more than 30 years and are very good communicators. Most of them eat a variety of seeds, fruits, nuts, and plant materials.
Besides their bright sunnyyellow color, sun conure parrots are best known for their playful personality. They may be small but they can be very loud when they want to be!
They can live up to more than 20 years if cared for properly.
So you need someone to talk to? The African Grey might just be the one for you!
African Grey parrots have the ability to talk and mimic sounds. They are also known for their high intelligence level, hence earning them the moniker “the Einsteins of the bird world”.
What makes the eclectus stand out is their fur-like feathers. Male eclectus have a bright green color, while females are bright red.
They need a low-fat, highfiber diet not overly fortified with vitamins and minerals, because they have longer digestive tracts than other bird species. This kind of diet keeps the birds from developing fatty tumors and prevents vitamin and mineral toxicities.
The alexandrine is the largest among all parakeets. They are named after emperor Alexander the Great, because of reports that he exported numerous species of parrots to Europe and the Mediterranean.
They have long tail feathers that can reach up to 14 inches in length. They are more playful than other species so get those rope toys ready!
Also known as the great whitecrested cockatoo, this species is known for its white crest that raises like an umbrella when it is excited, agitated, or feeling playful.
They are charming as they are clingy, and need someone who can give them enough attention and spoil them.
African Love Birds or Albs grow five to seven inches long and can live up to more than 15 years if cared for properly.
They can be territorial and naturally have a loud call. They are best suited for humans who could devote time with them on a daily basis.
Cockatiels are native to Australia but because of their outgoing and easy personality, they are one of the most popular bird companions in the world, even ranking first in America.
They are best for kids as they love to give their favorite humans a snuggle. They are also talented whistlers and can serenade anyone who comes their way.
It happens often: A sick, injured, lost, or hungry animal is seen wandering on the streets. Passersby then snap a photo and post it on social media, sometimes accompanied by a request for help, sometimes notifying an official rescue operative, or sometimes with just a descriptive caption that states how the poster feels.
While this approach is great for raising awareness, and frankly, getting likes and comments, it often doesn’t go beyond that. Posting and reacting online are NOT equal to taking real action towards helping an animal in need.
The primary rule is, when someone needs your help, grant that help first. You don’t see doctors snapping their photos before attending to their patients, traffic aides posting #/Helppls with a photo of old people crossing the street, or even your family members taking a selfie before they pass you the salt at dinner, right?
Granted, not every animal in distress is in need of immediate care. But in the event of an accident or dire illness, here are the actual steps you can take.