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More New Birds - Pics Added 8/18

Post by Sally » Thu Aug 12, 2010 1:00 pm

I just picked up these guys in Seattle yesterday, took the red-eye back last night via Minneapolis, so I am off to bed, but I brought back a pair of Strawberries, 2 pairs of Lavenders, a pair of Red-billed Fires, and a pair of BCCBs. Most if not all of these birds were parent-raised, and I am very excited to add some new bloodlines to my mix. I probably won't get pictures till tomorrow.

The trip was an adventure too--tell you all about it later. Now for some zzzzz's!
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Post by CandoAviary » Thu Aug 12, 2010 1:07 pm

Congrats for finding and receiving the species that you have been looking for. Looking forward to the pictures :D Get some rest.

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Post by L in Ontario » Thu Aug 12, 2010 1:24 pm

Ooooh I've been waiting for this post Sally!! Congratulations and good night! =D> =D> =D> =D> =D> =D> =D> =D> =D> =D>
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Post by lovemyfinch » Thu Aug 12, 2010 1:47 pm

Sounds like finch heaven to me =D>
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Post by Pukasand » Thu Aug 12, 2010 1:49 pm

Glad you made the trip safely and quickly. Can't wait to see the pictures.
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Post by Hilary » Fri Aug 13, 2010 11:18 am

THAT's why Sally has all of those strawberries! She's willing to fly around the country to get them! :lol: Lucky, lucky you, and hope they all work out for you!
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Post by Sally » Fri Aug 13, 2010 1:27 pm

Hilary wrote:THAT's why Sally has all of those strawberries! She's willing to fly around the country to get them! :lol: Lucky, lucky you, and hope they all work out for you!
Yes, I am lucky that I am retired from an airline, it's the only way I could afford to do this! And between incredible luck at finding deals just as they get posted and friends on this forum and others who PM me when they see Berries for sale, I have been very fortunate. Now if I can just get all these guys breeding, and someday have enough to share the wealth. :)
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Post by Sally » Wed Aug 18, 2010 7:57 pm

Finally getting some photos of these new birds. Between them being very flighty and the fact that this camera is driving me nuts with trying to get things in focus, this is the best I can do right now. The little Strawberry hen got quite plucked during the trip home and the first day, when I had them in with some of the other birds. Now they are in a cage by themselves, and with lots of eggfood and Featherfast, she should grow some feathers soon.

Still haven't gotten pics of the Blue-caps, will try to get them tomorrow.
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First pair of Lavenders.
First pair of Lavenders.
Second pair of Lavenders.
Second pair of Lavenders.
Red-billed Fire finch cock.
Red-billed Fire finch cock.
Red-billed Fire finch pair.
Red-billed Fire finch pair.
Strawberry cock.
Strawberry cock.
Strawberry hen.
Strawberry hen.
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Post by cindy » Wed Aug 18, 2010 8:37 pm

Sally, congratulations. they are beautiful...even the little hen that is plucked. Stunning lavendars!

So if anyone sees strawberries for sale anywhere in the country...we are to notify you??????? I will keep my eye on the classifieds for you! :)

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Post by lovemyfinch » Thu Aug 19, 2010 6:15 am

They are stunning Sally, congrats again =D>
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Post by L in Ontario » Thu Aug 19, 2010 9:00 am

Beautiful Sally! How soon will you be giving them all nests?
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Post by Queen_Bee » Thu Aug 19, 2010 10:24 am

They are lovely birds! I think Strawberries are now on my wish list.

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Post by Kathryn » Thu Aug 19, 2010 12:45 pm

Congrats!
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Post by Pukasand » Thu Aug 19, 2010 3:29 pm

Great pics, Sally. WOW, I love those Lavenders.
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