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Yeah I'm hoping for that too - but the cock has to be split for blue for that to happen .... and we don't know if he is :mellow:

Pair One: Lutino and Olive- 4 eggs, they look clear to me Pair Three: Violet and Spangle - 7 eggs, Four are Fertile!

The thing about keeping the lid on is that it minimizes evaporation so the branch stays fresher longer.

Another couple of obvious tips: 1. Don't buy pails with tight fitting lids, you want to be able to top up with water in the aviary with minimum fuss - if the lid is stuck on tight, it's a real hassle! 2. DO tie your branches to either a perch or the aviary mesh, you don't want the branch falling over and the weight of it spilling all the water everywhere. Some examples: I used an elastic tie for this one I used the wire attachment from a drinker for this one A piece of twine to the perch for this one

Believe me, you will never get used to it - it's too annoying, exasperating, frustrating ....!

Just an obvious tip: Check your bucket regularly! I was amazed that the branch we cut down 2 days ago has drunk 1/2 bucket of water!!! Also, if you have access to Seasol (liquid sea weed fertilizer), it doesn't hurt to add a splash.

I believe so.

You call direct and ask to become a registered client. 02 9871 7113 / 5156 In my case I was asked to give a reference so I gave the name of the President of my Budgie Club, who I knew used his products, the vet put me on hold and rang him to check I was fair dinkum. For those of you who have joined clubs and receive the magazine, check in the members' directory and ring around till you find someone who uses the products and is willing to sponsor you. Or maybe it won't be so complicated ... just make the call and play it by ear.

No, on the scale of things scaly mite is undesirable but not life threatening.

okay, courtesy of Rob Marshall I have the following in my fridge: First Aid Treatment: ER Formula & Miniboost I'll also be ordering F Vite Water Cleansers & Disinfectants: KD Powder Lice, Mite & Worm Treatment: S76 Medicines (for registered clients only): Baytril, Carlox, Moxi T, Sulfa AVS, Turbosole I also have Doxycicline Information about these products can be found at: www.birdhealth.com.au

They adapted really quickly~ they can smell water so when they're thirsty they investigate and after a bit get the hang of it.

Let's hope he makes a full recovery MB. Keep us posted on the vet visit.

That's right! Just want to compare them and see if any differences emerge.

Pair One: Lutino and Olive- 3 eggs, too early to candle. Pair Three: Violet and Spangle - 6 eggs, Three are Fertile! :yes:

Congratulations Nyaree! They are absolutely lovely! :rip:

Well done MB! I'm so impressed, crests are way too complicated for me! I admire you're tenacity. :rip:

okay, so it's action stations here! :dog: We've scraped and cleaned the Adult aviary and filed with sand - NO lime for this one. And here are the lovelies! Not such a good photo I'm afraid .... one day I will take the time to get it right (it does require patience ... :hug: )

Beauuuuuutiful!

Simply gorgeous!

Well the sand was delivered late this morning: I chose white washed sand because that's what they use for sand pits- if it's good enough for little kiddies, it's good enough for my darlings! :hug: We dumped bucketfuls and then evened it out with a broom and rake, making sure the sand covered the lime by 3-4 cms. All done - but there's something missing ....? Oh yes, here they are!

Good idea! I shall give it a go. :bump: And one sacrificial sock later: Problem solvered!

So I was admiring my aviary this morning ahead of laying the sand (delivery any minute now!) when I noticed a wet patch under the guinea pig drinker :bump: Here's what I've done to fix it: Take 2 plastic containers and glue them together & then drill holes in the side about 1 cm down from the lip and thread through a piece of cord: Attach to aviary below drinker: SO simple! I'm hoping that the excess drips will fall into the container and the birds will drink from that too. Now, if I find the budgies are pooing in it as they drink I will attach the lid and drill a hole right under the trajectory of the drip.

Sorry! I didn't know you couldn't sell to the grid in the bush. :mellow:

Good idea! I shall give it a go. :bump:

It's a teensy bit ragged but not sharp! Good call though, I shall monitor closely. :bump: