Bird Aviary Guide

Whether you enjoy watching birds in the park on a Sunday morning or you like to research them yourself in depth, a visit to a bird aviary should be number one on your list of priorities. Also known as "flight cages", these beautiful creations are typically structured like a green house and their main purpose is to provide a large living area for birds. You will find several different species of all shapes and colors, and are likely to run into a few that you have never even heard of. A visit here is similar to going to your local zoo, and can be a wonderful idea for a bonding experience or learning opportunity for you and your family.

If you have never been to a bird aviary, you should prepare yourself for an amazing, garden-like atmosphere as well as a moving experience walking amongst the birds. In these structures the birds fly freely so you must also prepare any small children you may bring as they may be frightened at first. You will be astonished by the variations of plants and flowers inside and I highly recommend bringing a camera to capture this truly remarkable experience. Before departing for your trip to a local bird playground you may want to go online or stop into your local library to find the nearest one in your area, get driving directions and check entry fees.

When packing for a fun family trip, or even a relaxing day alone in an aviary you should try to bring the essentials and limit unnecessary items. You are probably going to want to bring a video or regular camera in order to capture your adventure, so you can look back on it in the future and share it with friends and family. I also recommend bringing a few bottles of water and some snacks of your choice if you want to save money, rather then buying such items in a local gift shop or concession stand. Lastly, you may want to dress lightly because the aviary may be humid and a bit warm inside.

Many bird aviaries will have a specialist on site monthly, weekly or even daily so it is a good idea to plan ahead accordingly if you would like to make your experience more enjoyable. These bird lovers may assist you with any questions you may have and offer insightful and interesting facts on different bird species. You can find out what their appearance schedule is by simply calling the aviary or even checking online on their website.