Albert Herdianto Widjojo
Many friends have asked me if I like birds, and the answer is “Yes, of course”. It’s just that, since childhood, I have imagined how sorry the birds would be if because we liked them then we imprisoned them.
That’s how most bird hobbyist in my country do their hobbies. They put the birds in the cage, either because of their beauty or because of their tweets. This pictures of lovebird show how he lives alone in his cage. Lucky the cage is big enough so that it can jump to and fro.
I saw this lovebird at a restaurant when I had lunch last week. Didn’t know what he wanted to say through his eyes but the bird must have been shy between wanting to approach but also avoiding it. The filter wire, as well as those bars, made me unable to take pictures of the bird as a whole, well, but at least there is something I can share and discuss with you in Saturday Creature this time, right?
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Do people who like the birds for whatever reason in your country also put them in cages?
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Yes
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No
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Pretty bird ?. But you are right, birds, as well as all animals, should be free. That’s why I don’t like zoos or bird cages.
We have the same view about this, dear friend
I’m glad we do. Today we have all this technology, if we want to see a gorilla or paradise bird, all we need to do is a Google search ?.
I totally agree with you. Thanks.
I advocate that the birds are at large. There are not many people in our country who would have birds in the cage.
I thought like that before but reality illustrates different things.
Users voted 15 times.
Q: DO PEOPLE WHO LIKE THE BIRDS FOR WHATEVER REASON IN YOUR COUNTRY ALSO PUT THEM IN CAGES?
Yes (14 votes) – 93%
No (1 votes) – 7%
i have to say I am not a fan of zoos or other enclosures for animals in general. We have a dog door in the basement so the dogs can come and go as they wish.
Freedom is a shared experience.
I am the type of person like you in this matter, but I also realize that there are many animals that will not survive in the wild for many reasons. I have been reminded of this by friends here.
ah, that can be true, but is what we have left in this world wild any longer? Humans have tamed so much of the planet now.
Well, that happens because humans have not been able to tame themselves.
Approach the world with the knowledge that we, as creations are not complete.
But if they have to poo-poo lol, and they were not in cages, their droppings would be in more places than one lol. I had pigeons when I was young, and we let them outside their cage, but on a string lol. Love the photo!
You gave me good input about this, LaJenna. Thank you so much.
I used to have a macaw and a parrot who were placed inside cages. My late mom and myself made sure that the birds did receive proper food and drinks though.
Yes, I understand that there are various types of birds which because of various conditions must always be taken care of by humans.
That is true since macaws need to be in warm weather conditions.
Some birds are not meant to be caged, that’s all
Yes, there are many birds that live freely but there are also those who cannot do it like their relatives.
Yes, albert , i agree with you ………….
Thank you so much, dear friend.
sad to say my sister is fond of birds so we have caged birds. We have a bird like this and I named it Mr. Bean because of funny wide eyes. and also i call one Mango because of the yellow body and green head …
I prefer to see birds flying freely in the open but through this post, I understand also that there are many birds that will not survive to be in the wild.
If you share Mr. Bean and Mango here, it will definitely be liked by many friends.
By the way, I almost sent a detective to find out where you are.
ohh I hid for awhile … until now so pretty busy here. pretty all the time. thanks.
well I am the person who gives name to almost everything I own and has life. i call my bicycle pegasus, the other one I named flash. my computers have their own name, old and new. old were given to someone …. Heepee… now I am using Ovo…
I believe that with Ovo you can run and fly as fast as Pegasus
oh yeah this laptop is not even a kilo. hehe.. though it is much like a toy. I like this except that i cant put much applications.
how are you sir albert the great!
I’m good, wise angel. How about you?
i am good… super tired most of the time. the school has a different building construction so it’s fun and tiring going from one room to another.
So glad to hear it, Maria.
Fatigue is undeniable as a consequence of work but your love for students and feeling meaningful as a teacher can certainly overcome it.
Lovely photo of the lovebird. My little Louis is a budgie and if you release the bird it cant fly far, He gets to fly daily, as I believe in letting him have a flight. You should know that any budgie released in New Zealand would not live long. A week of life would be a miracle, if the cats did not kill him the other birds will.
However, if you have any bird or animal you should look after it, Louis travels with us on long journeys but if its too hot in the car for a day trip we leave the radio on for company. He goes with us on holidays in New Zealand. He gets a lot of attention and is a great companion
I learned a lot from this post, as I being reminded of some birds that cannot survive in the wild for various reasons. I also glad to know that friends like you who keep any pets, including birds like Louis with all your heart. Thank you, Pamela.
I saw some pigeons around that are owned by some individuals but they are not being kept inside a cage. But yes, most are being kept inside a cage and my neighbor has a pair of love birds.
I think pigeons are rarely kept in cages because they recognize their home…
Hopefully, all birds that are put in and keep in cages are always well cared for…
It is preferable to be free but ….. I have a canary also in a cage. It can not fly after so long.
Yes, I can understand that. There are birds that come from captivity whose survival depends on humans, as well as some other causes.
I saw one nest, maybe there are more…
Around you? Wow! That is cool!
Yes, almost opposite our window. Each spring the birds nest their children there. It’s so cute and absolutely natural…
That is very fun! Here I hear many beautiful chirping of birds, but they are mostly in the neighbor’s cages, while many around me are sparrows and little pigeons.
I saw a few dove rooms at our place, the doves there are at least half-free. That’s good, I think.
We have various birds living in the wild in our city and for many years they give birth to new baby birds in the same nest, just opposite the high-rise building. It’s so cute and their singing is adorable! 🙂
I will definitely be very happy if I can see birds flying freely like you in your place.
Well, he is camera shy! haha
I guess these birds can get really expensive.
My dad sold on of his singing bird for over $100.
And then there are competitions whereby the bird with the best “song” wins cash!
But of course its the owner who get to spend them :p
Yes! Usually, the high-priced ones are birds that can sing special. There are such birds that cost up to 3,500 or even more!
Wow! That’s ALOT!!!
Yes, I know, but that’s real…
I’ve heard about animals costing a lot
but just didn’t expect it to be so much …
Any hobby can be very expensive, right? Bonsai, cars, motorbikes, paintings, stamps, etc…
I’m thinking of the “Parrot Sings Let the Bodies Hit the Floor” video. ?
Not the best angelic voice because it’s metal, but a good performance nevertheless.
I have never seen that video but will check it out.
Not heard of it too …
Found it on YT … lol
he sounds like he has a sore throat hahaha
but he seems to enjoy it a lot!!
I think most owners keep their birds in cages. I knew of one case where the bird was free, they forgot they opened the window and it was never to be found again.
Most pets want freedom but they would never be able to survive in the wild, because they’re tamed and accustomed to the comforts of the home life. Same can happen with humans, we lost most of the abilities our ancestors had.
I love birds as well, I don’t understand why we should ‘deport’ creatures from their natural environment and keep them caged just because they’re pretty and make nice sounds.
Good perspective! Yes, I understand your point, Sabrina. Indeed, there are birds that are the result of captivity, which from the beginning was accustomed to living with humans. Ah, you gave me enlightenment in this matter!
Yes, many have birds inside in cages. I prefer seeing them in their natural habitat, in my backyard.
I agree with you, Carol. I would rather they fly freely the nature.
Yes, but some people that love in cities don’t get the chance to see the birds I see.
Yes, I understand your point, Carol. Sabrina has reminded me that there are many birds that have use to live with dependence on humans who will not be able to survive in nature.
Some birds are fussy and won’t find the food they like in most areas of the city. It’s also a dangerous environment for them to stay, and they may require specific trees where to build their nests. In fact, cities are inhabited by the smartest birds who eat about anything and sleep about anywhere. I think you can still find interesting species in the parks, but they’re definitely harder to spot.
I saw a great tit once, on the balcony of the apartment where I used to live. It was a urban area, though it was the greenest neighborhood.
It’s easier to have a backyard and a feeder anyway. ?
It would be great if cities had several bio-diverse parks where people would visit and watch the birds fly freely. That wouldn’t allow city people to see all the birds that hang out in your backyard, but it’s better than the usual pigeons… Pigeons are wonderful creatures as well, but… ?
There are many parks in my city, but I’m not sure there are many kinds of birds visiting there.
Different types of pigeons are the birds I see most often around me. That’s why I’m a little jealous of Carol. Hehehe… For she has so many kinds of birds there.
I didn’t even dare to put a feeder in the backyard considering there were too many cats around my house.
I do not know a lot of people who have birds …. for whom I know, they have got them in the cage … where do they have pets … outdoors outdoors?
In my country, hobbies and bird trading as pets have become very profitable businesses. There are certain birds that cost tens of thousands of dollars per head.
I believe … if you buy a bird where you will have it elsewhere than in a cage … for such an expensive bird should have a golden cage hahaha
Those very expensive birds usually have won many competitions, especially birds with very beautiful and special sounds!
I love birds too Albert. It’s sad to see them in cages though. =(
I like to see birds, but I prefer to see them in the wild.