BIRD PARK - PALEMBANG

"If birds can glide for a long time, why can't I?" - Orville Wright

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Bird Park is a tourist spot as well as a breeding ground for various types of bird species in Indonesia and abroad. Almost every area in Indonesia has a bird park, including Palembang. The only bird park in Palembang is located on Governor H.A. Bastari street, next to Opi Water Fun, Jakabaring, South Sumatra Province, namely Palembang Bird Park. The entrance ticket price of IDR 50.000/person includes bird food, such as seeds, crickets, fruits, and vegetables. That way, visitors can feed the birds, except for birds with certain cages. The elderly and children under the age of 2 years, will get a free entrance ticket. Palembang Bird Park operating hours for Weekday: 10.00 – 18.00 WIB and Weekend: 09.00 – 18.00 WIB. Besides birds, there are various other animals such as turtles, iguanas, kate chickens, horses, and snakes. In this post, I will share further information and knowledge about the 5 species of birds in the Palembang Bird Park✋

Kerak Kerbau (Acridotheres javanicus)

Generally:

Kerak Kerbau Bird is a species of bird that belongs to the starling family. This bird is widespread in East Asia, Southeast Asia, and the western Indonesian Archipelago. 

Characteristic:

Kerak Kerbau birds are generally of medium size (about 25 cm). It is covered in dark gray (almost black)/purple-black (almost black) feathers on the head, wings, and tail, except for the white spots on the primary feathers (which are conspicuous in flight), and the white tunggir and tail tip. The crest is short. Similar to the crested crust, the difference lies in the width of the white color at the end of the tail, if the black starling has a wider white color than the crested crust, the color of the beak is yellow, and the tugger is white. Juvenile birds are browner in color. Iris orange; yellow beak and feet. The posture of the male black starling is longer than the female. His eyes were even sharper. 

Food:

Usually, the food given to this type of bird includes bananas, crickets, Kroto, Hongkong caterpillars, and voer.

Birdcare:

1. Clean the Enclosure Environment.

These bird keepers and caretakers are very concerned about the environment around the cage. An atmosphere that is too busy and noisy will affect the bird's mentality because these birds are not used to crowds. In addition, the location of the cage is kept away from predators, such as mice, cats, and so on. Because a clean and comfortable environment keeps birds healthy.

2. Feeding Properly

At the beginning of the provision of food, officers provide food such as papaya or banana kapok. For other foods, birds must also get vitamins and protein, such as crickets, Kroto, and Hongkong caterpillars, which can be an alternative for extra food. The bird keeper will provide extra food with the right amount, such as 2-3 crickets every afternoon or one spoon of Hongkong caterpillar every day.

3. Diligent Bathing and drying.

The bird keeper did not bathe the buffalo crust until the fur was soaking wet. The bird keeper will use a spray that can spray finely. Bathing is done in the morning, and when it is confirmed that the birds are no longer wet, the birds will be moved to a shady area.

Cockatoo (Suku Cacatuidae)

Generally:

Kakatua is a kind of ornamental bird with beautiful wings and a fairly loud high-pitched voice. This species is one of the most intelligent birds and is often used for entertainment events in zoos and other recreational facilities. This smallest Kakatua habitat is in lowland primary and secondary forests, as well as farmland around the forest. As an endemic animal, the range of Kakatua is very limited. 

Characteristic:

The main feature of this bird is that almost all its wings are white. Its head has a yellow emblem that can be enforced. The young Kakatua is black with a black beak, the skin around the eyes is bluish, and the feet are gray. Its flying wings and tail are also yellow. Fruits are among the foods this bird species normally eat. 

Food:

Kakatua likes fruits, and fruits are wild and natural food Kakatua. Other foods such as seeds, vegetables, pellets, onions, apple seeds, avocados, and cooking oil are eaten by Kakatua.

Birdcare:

1. Bathing the Kakatua at least 1 time a week in the morning.

2. Provide proper food regularly, pieces of coconut, vegetables such as carrots and beans, sunflower seeds, melted cheese, sliced ​​boiled eggs, and walnuts.

3. Provide at least once every 2 weeks of vitamins so that the cockatoo grows healthy and is protected from disease.

4. Avoid foods such as avocado and flavorful foods such as meat.

5. Avoid direct sunlight on the Kakatua cage.

Emu (Dromaius novaehollandiae)

Generally:

The Emu is Australia's largest native bird and the world's second-largest flightless bird. Emu birds are still abundant in mainland Australia, but these birds avoid crowded or overly dry areas and jungles. 

Characteristic:

The Emu bird has soft brown wings and can reach a height of 2 meters and a weight of 45 kilograms. This bird is a nomadic animal and can travel long distances in search of food containing a wide variety of plants and insects. If desired, this bird can reach speeds of 50 kilometers per hour. The eggs are dark green to black. Even working with animals, the eggs are hatched by males.

Food:

Most emu birds are carnivores and eat spiders and scorpions.

Birdcare:

1. Provide proper food regularly, at least 2 times a day.

2. The emu cage must be kept clean.

3. The aviary is expanded and placed in a heat-affected area.

Macaw (Ara Macao)

Generally:

Macaws are birds native to Mexico, Central America, South America, and formerly the Caribbean Sea. Most species live in forests, especially rainforests, but some prefer plantation and savanna habitats.  Macaws are the most easily recognizable bird breed in the parrot family. 

Characteristic: 

The macaw has many beautiful, exotic, and colorful feather variations such as red, blue, yellow, and green. Macaws have long tail feathers and a long, strong beak that is anatomically designed to be used to crack open peanut shells. hard one. Macaws have a characteristic that is bright colors and various colors according to the type. 

Food:

Macaws are omnivores. Omnivore means eaters of plants and animals. Macaws eat fruit, nuts, insects, and snails. Some species also eat moist soil. This helps neutralize the chemicals in the fruits you eat.  

Reproduction:

These birds form a monogamous pair and a life partner. The breeding season is from January to July, and it breeds once or twice a year. Nests are built high up in trees, usually in holes made by other animals. 2-3 eggs are produced and cultured for 24-28 days.

Birdcare:

1. Bathing Macaws is done at least 3 times a week or every 2 days.

2. Pay attention to the cleanliness of bird food and drink in maintaining their health.

3. Ensure that there are several toys in the cage, and the size of the cage is large enough.

Parakeet (Melopsittacus undulatus)

Generally:

Parkit is one of many species of small and medium-sized parrots in many genera,  generally with long tail feathers. Beautiful feathered bird habitats are located in open orchards and desert areas. Wild Parkit live nomadic lives in a movement that depends on food and water sources. 

Characteristic:

The average body size of a Parkit can reach 18 cm in length with different weights. The feathers of male Parkit are about 9-10 cm long, and the tails are 9-10 cm long. The upper beak is 910 mm and the tarsal is 1315 mm. The wingspan of a female parakeet is about 9-11 cm. Parkit has a characteristic, and the nostrils (sele) are bluish. We will see a blue color at the tip of the beak around the nostrils. Unlike male birds, female birds are white or light brown and sometimes cream.  

Food:

In addition to vegetables, Parkit also likes a variety of fruits such as pears, apples, melons, kiwis, grapes, and oranges. This fruit is given to Parkit for nutritional components such as vitamins C, A, and K, and various minerals such as potassium and manganese.

Birdcare:

1. Bathing parakeets at least 3 times a week.

2. Choose a cage according to the size of the bird.

3. Provide proper and regular food intake.

4. Maintain and clean the cage regularly.

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The five birds are several species of all birds in the Palembang bird park. Each of these birds has different characteristics and uniqueness. besides bird species, there are also other animals in this bird park such as turtles, iguanas, kate chickens, horses, and snakes. So, this bird park is one of the favorite tourist spots and is recommended to visit. There are many activities that we can do there, such as seeing and interacting directly with animals, feeding animals, knowing whether or not species of birds are step by step, and capturing some photos.🙌🙋