Aviaries often keep tropical birds that are not used to our climate. Yet most birds are hardy birds, which means that they can hibernate well.
The birds do need some help with this. A number of additional measures are necessary to ensure that an aviary properly protects the birds.
So do you want to keep different types of birds? Such as songbirds, parakeets, parrots, finches or canaries? Then pay close attention to what kind of aviary you buy. There are a number of requirements that must be met.
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Tropical birds that are winter hardy
When choosing an aviary, you must first know which birds you want to keep. Most bird species can be kept outside all year round, provided they have a suitable aviary and therefore do not require additional shelter. Birds like the hanging parakeet, for example, cannot survive outside. Other species, such as most parrots, require a heated indoor enclosure to survive. A bird that is winter-hardy does not necessarily need additional measures
The most common species only need an insulated night cage that is draft and frost-free. Budgerigars, cockatiels, zebra finches, canaries and Japanese seagulls are suitable for this.
Choosing a suitable aviary
Not every aviary is suitable for keeping birds outside in winter. An indoor cage for the birds is therefore very important. In an indoor cage the birds can shelter from the wind, rain, snow and hail. A good indoor cage quickly has a different temperature than outside.
It is therefore important that an aviary is covered at least on two sides, so that the wind cannot blow through the cage. The advice is to place an aviary against the house, so that the coop is also slightly heated by the heating inside.
You can also choose to give the aviary extra shelter by placing plastic sheets, corrugated sheets or bubble wrap against it. In this way, the birds are well protected against different weather conditions and the winter cold. It is very important that you do not let the birds gnaw. Placing a heat lamp can also protect the birds from the cold.
An outdoor aviary
When building or purchasing an aviary, a number of aspects must be taken into account: design, material and furnishings.
The design of an aviary is very important. It is important that the outdoor aviary is out of the wind. There are also different types to choose from. For example, you have a free-standing aviary where a bird only has shelter through any plants and nesting boxes. You can also place an aviary against the wall. The big advantage of this is that the birds can go inside.
The material of most aviaries is aluminum or wood. Aluminum is rain-resistant and breaks less quickly, while wood looks nicer in your garden and is often cheaper. The most important thing is that the outdoor accommodation is sturdy and well insulated.
Finally, the design of an aviary is important. For example, you must take into account the ground cover and enough seating options. Not every bird likes the same ground cover. For example, parakeets like it when there are shell sand or wood chips on the ground. Quail also like this.
By using perches you give the birds a place to sleep. It is recommended to make the perches of wood, because aviary birds can wear their beaks and nails on this. There must also be enough space between the perches.
There should also be room for food containers. After all, a bird also needs food. The food the birds receive depends on the type of birds. For example, a canary prefers to eat vegetables and fruit, while finches get extra energy from seeds.
Which birds can be kept in an aviary?
Birds each have their own character traits and can tolerate other birds or not. This is important to know when you want to put different birds together. For example, it is important that you do not place too many birds in an aviary. Some birds prefer to be placed with others of their own kind where other birds can live in pairs. For example, parakeets and beautiful finches cannot be kept together in an aviary.
Birds that are well acclimatized can live well in an outdoor enclosure and therefore do not necessarily have to stay indoors. If you want to know which birds can live together, it is best to contact bird clubs or breeders.
For example, budgerigars can get along with a zebra finch, but less so with a canary. Wanting to keep birds requires a lot of knowledge about the different aviary birds. That is why it remains important to gain enough knowledge. Are they winter hardy, can parakeets live together with other birds, which plants are suitable for placing in an aviary and should an aviary be heated?
Purchase an aviary
Now that you know what to look for when buying an aviary, you can view our range! If you need help or are unsure about an aviary, please feel free to contact us and we will help you! In addition to an outdoor enclosure for birds, we also have dog houses.
Give your birds a safe and comfortable living environment with our aviaries. Discover all the options in our main aviary collection and order from Doika today!
