What kind of place is suitable for raising wild turtledoves? What should wild turtledoves be fed with?

Many people like to raise birds, such as flying animals such as pigeons and turtledoves. They are very smart, good-looking, and have smooth feathers. Wild turtledoves are becoming increasingly rare. Raising wild turtledoves is a good choice. It can not only protect wild turtledoves, but also satisfy the usual fun of bird keepers. However, wild turtledoves are different from artificially raised ones. How to raise wild turtledoves?

What kind of place is suitable for raising wild turtledoves?

For wild turtledoves, the word "wild" is indispensable. They are used to free-feeding and living. If you are afraid that they will fly away, you can easily kill them by keeping them in cages. It is better to let them roam freely. If conditions permit, use a net to cover the entire open field to prevent them from flying away. Put in firewood or something similar to their favorite nest, as well as water, rice, grains, etc. After a long time, remove the net. They will get used to it and will come back after they can eat freely outside.

What to feed wild turtledoves

1. Feed: corn (if conditions permit, it is recommended to crush it), peas/sorghum/wheat/chicken feed, etc. (As long as it is grain, it can be fed)

2. Feeding method: This should be judged according to the age of the turtledove. Generally speaking, the most common feeding method is to break off the turtledove's mouth and feed it. It is recommended to feed it with boiling water for more than 7 days (water must be fed after feeding). If the turtledove is no older than 7 days, it can only be fed into the turtledove's mouth with a disposable syringe and hose, mixed with chicken feed and water to form a thin paste.

3. Feeding time: This should also be arranged according to your own time. After all, raising turtledoves is a hobby and will not affect one's work. You can feed them 3-4 times a day for a longer time, or twice a day for a shorter time (once in the morning and once in the evening)

4. Health sand: Many pigeon friends do not know what health sand is and where to buy it (it can be bought on Taobao). Generally speaking, pigeon breeders know the function of health sand, which is a basic item for pigeons and pigeon health sand. The function of health sand is mainly to help pigeons digest and supplement minerals/calcium, indispensable nutrients and auxiliary growth promoters during their growth and development.

What should you pay attention to when feeding wild turtledoves?

Remember that turtledoves do not eat animal food or insects. , just like pigeons. You can feed them some millet and the like, which can be slightly softened before feeding them. Dried tofu is also OK, but remember that the food must be cut into small pieces before feeding them. When the turtledoves become birds, we can feed them rice, beans, corn, etc., and we also need to give them water. When the weather is good, let them bask in the sun and comb their feathers. Sometimes you can also feed them some fruits that are more abundant in the wild, such as mulberries and loquats.

The venue should not be too noisy, and wild doves like to build nests in things similar to their favorite nests. If you want to attract wild doves to build nests, you can try putting some flower pots on the balcony.