Managing Bird Noise

When I first began to write for Winged Wisdom, an on-line e-zine at Birds N Ways http://www.birdsnways.com , I discovered an article that discussed bird noise. Being relative new to birds, and a positive thinker, I simply couldn't imagine anyone who didn't want to deal with bird noise. Then, I read the article: Bird Noise -- The Sound of Music or Torture Alley http://www.birdsnways.com/wisdom/ww11e.h... and knew that there are some people who simply don't like bird noise.

I've rearranged my bird room again. Now, my computer sits in the room along with my 40+ avian friends, and when the cockatiels get wound and Braynon, the pionus, gets to providing his two cents worth, I can hear the extreme volume of bird noise in my house. Thankfully, I think it's music, and I know the noisy tiels are for sale (my pet, Sunny, will stay, of course), and the screams don't last very long. Indeed, most of the noise in my aviary is beeping zebra finches and the cries of their hungry babies.

There are several ways to tolerate bird noise. The first is to confine the birds to a room. By keeping the door closed when you're there, the noise level will be reduced. If you choose this approach; however, select a room that you're in for part of the day, such as a den or bedroom. Too many birds, large or small, become confined to a closet or a back bedroom because of their noise, which brings us to my second point.

Understand that bird noise is part of having a bird. Several parrot species, such as cockatoos, are prone to calling at sunrise and sunset. If you cannot tolerate twice day screams, then you may wish to look in to a smaller birds. But, beware, for budgies (parakeets) can chatter, and their near constant noise might be too much for someone who prefers some quiet.

Also, keep in mind that the bird views you as his flock. If the flock is noisy (i.e. loud television or screaming children), then the bird will be noisy. A quieter household might produce a quieter bird.

If the bird is a constant screamer, it may have a behavioral problem. Constant screaming or calling is not natural, and it is up to the bird owner to find the solution. This may involve trips to the vet or an avian behaviorist, none of which is inexpensive.

Bird noise is all part of owning a bird, and something that bird owners need to accept. However with hope and diligence, hopefully a more harmonious relationship can be achieved.

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