christian71 3,187 Posted May 18, 2012 Report Share Posted May 18, 2012 Im ready to build my 1st bird avariy any help will be appreciated 1 Whats best on the floor gravel, bark, soild floor etc 2 What plants 3 Do they need shelve's to put conifers on, or some cover etc 4 Whats best on the roof will have wire front, both side's and back will be timber 5 What birds, would like canaries & british, what mix well 6 How many pair will be 10ft x 7ft Any help will be appreciated Quote Link to post Share on other sites
gnipper 6,021 Posted May 18, 2012 Report Share Posted May 18, 2012 They don't need shelves mate just perches and cover can be cable tied on etc. Mines not finished yet but you can come and have a look for ideas if you want? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
christian71 3,187 Posted May 18, 2012 Author Report Share Posted May 18, 2012 They don't need shelves mate just perches and cover can be cable tied on etc. Mines not finished yet but you can come and have a look for ideas if you want? Will do mate will give you a bell over the weekend Quote Link to post Share on other sites
gnipper 6,021 Posted May 18, 2012 Report Share Posted May 18, 2012 Ok mate, I'm working tomorrow morning but should be around after that. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
christian71 3,187 Posted May 18, 2012 Author Report Share Posted May 18, 2012 Ok mate, I'm working tomorrow morning but should be around after that. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Meroman 105 Posted May 25, 2012 Report Share Posted May 25, 2012 1 Whats best on the floor gravel, bark, soild floor etc A concrete floor is best, put a layer of 1/4'' wire down before pouring the concrete to ensure its rodent proof. 2 What plants Plants are not neccessary, the birds usually strip any plants in an aviary. 3 Do they need shelve's to put conifers on, or some cover etc No shelves, just cover conifer is good. 4 Whats best on the roof will have wire front, both side's and back will be timber A perspex roof will give you ample light, use wire on the roof as well. double wire with a 2'' or 3'' gap on the front so hawks or cats cant pull the birds through the wire. 5 What birds, would like canaries & british, what mix well Yes canaries/british are fine together. 6 How many pair will be 10ft x 7ft I have flights 14ft x 5ft x 8ft in height and house 4 mixed pairs in each during the breeding season. Good luck with your build.... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
christian71 3,187 Posted May 25, 2012 Author Report Share Posted May 25, 2012 1 Whats best on the floor gravel, bark, soild floor etc A concrete floor is best, put a layer of 1/4'' wire down before pouring the concrete to ensure its rodent proof. 2 What plants Plants are not neccessary, the birds usually strip any plants in an aviary. 3 Do they need shelve's to put conifers on, or some cover etc No shelves, just cover conifer is good. 4 Whats best on the roof will have wire front, both side's and back will be timber A perspex roof will give you ample light, use wire on the roof as well. double wire with a 2'' or 3'' gap on the front so hawks or cats cant pull the birds through the wire. 5 What birds, would like canaries & british, what mix well Yes canaries/british are fine together. 6 How many pair will be 10ft x 7ft I have flights 14ft x 5ft x 8ft in height and house 4 mixed pairs in each during the breeding season. Good luck with your build.... Thanks for that mate Quote Link to post Share on other sites
paulus 26 Posted May 25, 2012 Report Share Posted May 25, 2012 just ensure its rat proof Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Meroman 105 Posted May 25, 2012 Report Share Posted May 25, 2012 Christian, Gnipper knows his stuff. So I'm sure he will fill you in on the finer details when you visit him.... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
christian71 3,187 Posted May 25, 2012 Author Report Share Posted May 25, 2012 Christian, Gnipper knows his stuff. So I'm sure he will fill you in on the finer details when you visit him.... Yes didnt make it last week will go this weekend Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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