Aviary bird nutrition & care

Wellingtonian Murray Davey is no stranger to bird breeding. We caught up with him to learn about starting your first aviary.

Hand-rearing chicks is one of the greatest joys of keeping birds. And feeding soft food is the best way to ensure they grow up healthy and strong.

A complete guide to feeding your aviary finches - from quality seed as the dietary foundation to fresh vegetables, fruit, supplements, and foods to avoid for a long, healthy life.

Parrot Picks are locally grown, hand-crafted aviary treats - delicious, nutritious, and the best for your parrots. Accept no imitations!

Aviary bird breeding is a colourful and rewarding pastime, celebrated at its finest at the Topflite New Zealand National Bird Show. Start your own aviary today.

Here’s a tip from Don Birch – the renowned bird rearer from the Hawke’s Bay Bird Club (and a loyal customer of ours) has come up with a great way to increase the quality and longevity of his feed.

Avian specialist Dr Hamish Baron shares his expert take on species-specific nutrition for pet birds - from seed quality and supplements to breeding season diet and common misconceptions.

Sprouted seeds will release stored nutrients as they grow, creating a natural superfood for birds. Read our sprouting instructions: