August 2003
FEATURES
Sugar From Heaven
Lovebird Sugar flies down from heaven only hours after the author loses a close and precious friend.
Talk Birdie To Me
Discover the ins and outs of avian E-mail lists.
Eclectus For The Eclectic
"Ekkie" friends tell what it's like to be owned by these rare beauties.
Lovebirds — Readers Tell All!
To get the real scoop on lovebirds, BIRD TALK went straight to the source — their closest friends.
12 Feeding No-Nos
Learn what and what not to feed your bird.
Poopology 101
Uncover how bird droppings relate to the health of your bird.
Columns
Cage 'N' Cookin'
Leftovers For Wild Birds
Parrot Psychology
An Amazon Appetite
Causes & Cures
"Debarking" Birds?
No Sweat
Can Birds See Color?
Heart To Hear
Socialize & Establish Boundaries
Lory & Softbill Scene
Black Cap As A 1st Bird?
Finch & Canary Focus
Profile: Red Avadavat
September 2003
FEATURES
On The Road With Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde
New situations and environments can make an otherwise affectionate and tame bird aggressive and unruly.
BIRD TALK's Guide To Cages, Travel Cages & Aviaries
Check out the newest line of avian abodes
Against All Odds
Budgie Gigi gets a new life after surviving a week on her own.
Take the Princess Of Wales Quiz
These Australian parakeets come complete with a vivid personality to match their beauty.
Macaws — 11 Things You Should Know
Big and beautiful or small and beautiful — macaws show what it means to be a parrot.
The Cost Of Avian Medicine
Prepare yourself and your wallet for the health care your pet bird needs.
Columns
Cage 'N' Cookin'
At Home With Your Bird
Parrot Psychology
Enamored African Grey
Causes & Cures
Birds & Immunocompromised owners
No Sweat
Fight Eclectus Boredom
Small Birds
Diet For A Healthy 'Tiel
Heart To Heart
Life After Owner's Death
Lory & Softbill Scene
The Carmine Bee-Eater
Finch & Canary Focus
Gloster Fancy Canaries
October 2003
FEATURES
A Good Night's Sleep
Learn why a sound slumber is crucial to your bird's health.
20 Things You Probably Don't Know About Pionus
From loyalty to longevity, get acquainted with this less common yet fascinating genus.
Backyard Birding In Australia
Researchers debate whether backyard feeding is helping or hurting birds.
Rescued At Sea
A boat trip turns into a high-sea adventure for cockatiel Poppy and family.
Your 15 Lory Questions Answered
Discover what sets lories apart from other parrots.
The Real Dirt On Parrot Clay Licks
Find out why some parrots get their kicks on the clay licks of Peru.
A Season For Crafts
Try some bird-themed crafts this holiday season.
Columns
Cage 'N' Cookin'
Gotta Bathe!
Heart To Heart
Phobic Behavior
Causes & Cures
Amazon's Foot Blisters
No Sweat
Meyer's Parrot Hormonal Surges
Small Birds
The Opaline Lovebird
Parrot Psychology
A Traumatizing Incident
Lories, Softbills & Aviaries
Attack Lory
Finch & Canary Focus
Zebra Finch Nesting Material
November 2003
FEATURES
10 Things Bird Owners Do To Mess Up Their Photos
Get some quick photo tips to make your bird shine in the spotlight.
Picture-Perfect Portraits
Readers-turned-photographers show off their top-flight pet bird photos.
The Fabulous Fruit Dove
Explore this dove in all its colorful glory.
What Makes A Great Photo Great?
Photographers from around the world illustrate why these pics make the grade.
Ecotours For Bird Lovers
Take on the adventure of a lifetime, and check out these bird-loving trips.
The Quintessential Quaker
Discover what makes this charming green bird a survivor.
BIRD TALK's 2003 Holiday Gift Guide
Find a few new favorite things for the holidays.
BIRD TALK's Reader Survey
Take this survey, and tell us a little about yourself.
Columns
Cage 'N' Cookin'
Eating Poop
Heart To Heart
12 Keys To Bonding
Causes & Cures
Eye Tumors
No Sweat!
Feather Loss
Small Birds
Splendid Grass Parakeets
Lories, Softbills & Aviaries
Attack Lory
Parrot Psychology
A Traumatizing Incident