Jun
29
Con4Life asked:
I want to get either a Umbrella Cackatoo or African Grey Parrot.
I want to get either a Umbrella Cackatoo or African Grey Parrot.
Do you know any website where I can find good prices for exotic birds???
Thanks
BRUNO
Jun
27
soldiersMom2008 asked:
does anyone have their exotic bird on a roudybush pellet diet? i am in central florida, (not far from orlando) and very curious where to get roudybush? i am driving myself crazy looking on the web and running into dead ends. i dont want to have to order it off the web, the shipping is 3 times as much as the food! please help if you know where i can go to pick it up. greatly appreciated!!! thank you.
JEREMIAH
does anyone have their exotic bird on a roudybush pellet diet? i am in central florida, (not far from orlando) and very curious where to get roudybush? i am driving myself crazy looking on the web and running into dead ends. i dont want to have to order it off the web, the shipping is 3 times as much as the food! please help if you know where i can go to pick it up. greatly appreciated!!! thank you.
JEREMIAH
Jun
25
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Julian Davis asked:
Hawaii was visited by the British Captain James Cook who called it the Sandwich Islands.
Hawaii used to be a native kingdom and in the 20th Century it increased business trade and political connections with the US.
Hawaii lies 2,397 miles West-Southwest of San Francisco. It consists of a chain of islands and some of them are famous like Hawaii, Maui, Molokai, Oahu, Kahoolawe and Kauai.
Partially restored remains of ancient Hawaiian coastal settlements are present at Lapakahi State Historical Park. Re-enactment of the civil life of Hawaiian ancient life of the common people is depicted daily through films and story telling.
At Kealakekua Bay State Historical Park visitors can view the place of worship called Hikiau Heiau, offering prayers to Captain Cook who was considered to be Lono God. It offers a panoramic view of the Kealakekua Bay.
Life guards are available at week-ends at the Napo’opo’ beach. .
Pu’ukohola Heiau National Historic Site has the ruins of Pu’ukohola Heiau (Temple on the hill of whale) built by King Kamehameha the Great.
In Honolulu Zoo, you are just living with the lions, giraffes or just relaxing in the bird sanctuary. Visit lots of animals and birds while strolling like the tropical Americans, hundreds of reptiles and exotic birds from all over the world and see lots of different botanical flowers, trees and plants.
You can meet their Asian elephants, Mari and Vaigai personally under a big banyan tree. Meet a monitor lizard, pot-belled pig or pet a llama in the kids section.
The Kaloko-Honokohau National Historic Park was established in 1978. This 1160 acres park depicts the traditional Hawaiian activities and culture.
Pu’uhonua O Honaunau National Historic Park was where escapists from the law used to flee to avoid certain death as a punishment. Defeated warriors and non-combatants also took refuge here during the battles.
The battleship USS Arizona sunk when the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor lies at USS Arizona Memorial. The memorial was dedicated in 1962 and it became a National Park in 1980.
Hawaii’s only water park is at Hawaiian Waters Adventure Park which is in a safe and clean location. It is located some miles West of Waikiki.
With a world class aquarium Maui Ocean Center is a place from where you can see combining volcanic origins, tremendous pelagic sea life, marine environment, spectacular corals, exotic endemic fish, humpback whales and lots of other marine mammals from close quarters.
Here you come to know the sea completely and its connection with Hawaiian culture. Come along the discovery journey, where you go from the black lava shorelines to the sandy beaches. You can also see the life of many reptiles living in the sea very closely.
Along the Wailuku River is the magnificent Wailuku State Park. Many big pools are connected by underground streams giving a gurgling sound. The columns lining the pools were formed by the cooling of basalt lava.
On most mornings a rainbow is formed near the 80 foot Rainbow Falls.
ZACHARY
Hawaii was visited by the British Captain James Cook who called it the Sandwich Islands.
Hawaii used to be a native kingdom and in the 20th Century it increased business trade and political connections with the US.
Hawaii lies 2,397 miles West-Southwest of San Francisco. It consists of a chain of islands and some of them are famous like Hawaii, Maui, Molokai, Oahu, Kahoolawe and Kauai.
Partially restored remains of ancient Hawaiian coastal settlements are present at Lapakahi State Historical Park. Re-enactment of the civil life of Hawaiian ancient life of the common people is depicted daily through films and story telling.
At Kealakekua Bay State Historical Park visitors can view the place of worship called Hikiau Heiau, offering prayers to Captain Cook who was considered to be Lono God. It offers a panoramic view of the Kealakekua Bay.
Life guards are available at week-ends at the Napo’opo’ beach. .
Pu’ukohola Heiau National Historic Site has the ruins of Pu’ukohola Heiau (Temple on the hill of whale) built by King Kamehameha the Great.
In Honolulu Zoo, you are just living with the lions, giraffes or just relaxing in the bird sanctuary. Visit lots of animals and birds while strolling like the tropical Americans, hundreds of reptiles and exotic birds from all over the world and see lots of different botanical flowers, trees and plants.
You can meet their Asian elephants, Mari and Vaigai personally under a big banyan tree. Meet a monitor lizard, pot-belled pig or pet a llama in the kids section.
The Kaloko-Honokohau National Historic Park was established in 1978. This 1160 acres park depicts the traditional Hawaiian activities and culture.
Pu’uhonua O Honaunau National Historic Park was where escapists from the law used to flee to avoid certain death as a punishment. Defeated warriors and non-combatants also took refuge here during the battles.
The battleship USS Arizona sunk when the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor lies at USS Arizona Memorial. The memorial was dedicated in 1962 and it became a National Park in 1980.
Hawaii’s only water park is at Hawaiian Waters Adventure Park which is in a safe and clean location. It is located some miles West of Waikiki.
With a world class aquarium Maui Ocean Center is a place from where you can see combining volcanic origins, tremendous pelagic sea life, marine environment, spectacular corals, exotic endemic fish, humpback whales and lots of other marine mammals from close quarters.
Here you come to know the sea completely and its connection with Hawaiian culture. Come along the discovery journey, where you go from the black lava shorelines to the sandy beaches. You can also see the life of many reptiles living in the sea very closely.
Along the Wailuku River is the magnificent Wailuku State Park. Many big pools are connected by underground streams giving a gurgling sound. The columns lining the pools were formed by the cooling of basalt lava.
On most mornings a rainbow is formed near the 80 foot Rainbow Falls.
ZACHARY
Jun
24
Does anyone know of an exotic pet that can be leashed and legal in California, USA?
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DragonInARabbitSuit asked:
Im looking for a fun exotic: handleable (Doesn’t stay caged all day), leash trainable (Harnesses count), and requires moderate to loose care? I live in CA, where pet laws are quite strict. I want it to be at least hand-sized, climate capable (in CA), and fun to handle. Critter, bird or reptile doesn’t matter. I’m thinking either Iguana or African raven, or Maine Coon cat (I consider exotic).
WM
Im looking for a fun exotic: handleable (Doesn’t stay caged all day), leash trainable (Harnesses count), and requires moderate to loose care? I live in CA, where pet laws are quite strict. I want it to be at least hand-sized, climate capable (in CA), and fun to handle. Critter, bird or reptile doesn’t matter. I’m thinking either Iguana or African raven, or Maine Coon cat (I consider exotic).
WM
Jun
22
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Ki Gray asked:
The Austin Zoo is home to over 100 different species of animals, and there are over 300 animals living at the zoo. The zoo is located west of Austin on Rawhide Trail, which can be found by turning off of Highway 290 West shortly after its intersection with Highway 71 West, onto Thomas Springs Road, which intersects with Rawhide Trail a few miles down the road
The Austin Zoo includes educational facilities and beautifully landscaped grounds and gardens, as well as habitats for bears, lions, and numerous exotic birds and reptiles. A petting zoo allows visitors to have close contact with harmless species of animals, and patrons can purchase feed at a nominal cost in order to interact more closely with the animals, which is a special treat for children visiting the zoo.
The primary purpose of the sanctuary is to provide rescue, rehabilitation and education to assist animals in the zoo. The zoo had over 200,000 visitors last year, and is a popular destination for families in the Austin area. Originally, the Austin Zoo was a goat ranch, but in 1990, it changed its name to Good Day Ranch, and at that time, the animals consisted mostly of deer, goats, donkeys, ponies, and pigs, with few exotic animals.
The zoo is open every day from 10:00am to 6:00pm, except Thanksgiving and Christmas, and admission is $7.00 for adults and $4.00 for children, with discounts for seniors, students and military personnel, so the zoo is quite affordable for the whole family. Yearly passes for unlimited visits are also available for individuals as well as families, and proceeds go to providing more homes for the many animals that are turned away since the zoo is regularly inundated with requests to rescue various kinds of animals, both domesticated and wild.
Among the animals at the zoo are big cats such as lions, panthers, tigers, and jaguars, along with Old World and New World Monkeys, as they are classified, and amphibians such as toads, frogs, salamanders and the like. There is also a reptile habitat that includes snakes iguanas, geckos, and tortoises, and various exotic birds, which include lovely peacocks strolling around on the grounds. There is also a sanctuary for unwanted and unusual livestock, many of which have been rescued from those who no longer want them, such as llamas, pot-bellied pigs and miniature donkeys, as well as longhorn cattle.
The Austin Zoo supports a pre-school television program called “Sprout Please!” which provides educational content for young children, and the zoo is also helping promote an appearance by animal expert Jack Hanna, who will appear at the Paramount Theater in downtown Austin in early October to speak about his experiences with wildlife. Another yearly event at the zoo is called Boo at the Zoo, which is held during the week of Halloween for children, along with their parents, to visit the zoo in their costumes and have a safe opportunity to see the animals and ride a “haunted train”.
The zoo is kept in the dark during these nights of fun and parents are encouraged to bring flashlights for peering into the cages and habitats, although some overhead lighting will be provide. Picnics are welcomed during the Halloween event, and the activities promise fun for all.
The Austin Zoo and Animal Sanctuary is an Austin treasure, and worth the short drive out to the hill country, so keep the zoo in mind this Halloween, or any day of the week!
HUMBERTO
The Austin Zoo is home to over 100 different species of animals, and there are over 300 animals living at the zoo. The zoo is located west of Austin on Rawhide Trail, which can be found by turning off of Highway 290 West shortly after its intersection with Highway 71 West, onto Thomas Springs Road, which intersects with Rawhide Trail a few miles down the road
The Austin Zoo includes educational facilities and beautifully landscaped grounds and gardens, as well as habitats for bears, lions, and numerous exotic birds and reptiles. A petting zoo allows visitors to have close contact with harmless species of animals, and patrons can purchase feed at a nominal cost in order to interact more closely with the animals, which is a special treat for children visiting the zoo.
The primary purpose of the sanctuary is to provide rescue, rehabilitation and education to assist animals in the zoo. The zoo had over 200,000 visitors last year, and is a popular destination for families in the Austin area. Originally, the Austin Zoo was a goat ranch, but in 1990, it changed its name to Good Day Ranch, and at that time, the animals consisted mostly of deer, goats, donkeys, ponies, and pigs, with few exotic animals.
The zoo is open every day from 10:00am to 6:00pm, except Thanksgiving and Christmas, and admission is $7.00 for adults and $4.00 for children, with discounts for seniors, students and military personnel, so the zoo is quite affordable for the whole family. Yearly passes for unlimited visits are also available for individuals as well as families, and proceeds go to providing more homes for the many animals that are turned away since the zoo is regularly inundated with requests to rescue various kinds of animals, both domesticated and wild.
Among the animals at the zoo are big cats such as lions, panthers, tigers, and jaguars, along with Old World and New World Monkeys, as they are classified, and amphibians such as toads, frogs, salamanders and the like. There is also a reptile habitat that includes snakes iguanas, geckos, and tortoises, and various exotic birds, which include lovely peacocks strolling around on the grounds. There is also a sanctuary for unwanted and unusual livestock, many of which have been rescued from those who no longer want them, such as llamas, pot-bellied pigs and miniature donkeys, as well as longhorn cattle.
The Austin Zoo supports a pre-school television program called “Sprout Please!” which provides educational content for young children, and the zoo is also helping promote an appearance by animal expert Jack Hanna, who will appear at the Paramount Theater in downtown Austin in early October to speak about his experiences with wildlife. Another yearly event at the zoo is called Boo at the Zoo, which is held during the week of Halloween for children, along with their parents, to visit the zoo in their costumes and have a safe opportunity to see the animals and ride a “haunted train”.
The zoo is kept in the dark during these nights of fun and parents are encouraged to bring flashlights for peering into the cages and habitats, although some overhead lighting will be provide. Picnics are welcomed during the Halloween event, and the activities promise fun for all.
The Austin Zoo and Animal Sanctuary is an Austin treasure, and worth the short drive out to the hill country, so keep the zoo in mind this Halloween, or any day of the week!
HUMBERTO
Jun
18
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Linchy asked:
Bangkok has many fabulous attractions which make excellent day-trips. One of the most popular day-trips from Bangkok is the 110 km trip to the picturesque Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, which is in Ratchaburi province. Bangkok is famous for its floating markets. You will find them at Ton Khem, and there are others at Hia Kui and Khun Phitak.
Organised tours to Damnoen Saduak will probably also include a visit the Rose Garden and the chedi at Nakhon Pathom. The Rose garden is set in large landscaped tropical gardens but is mostly visited for the ‘cultural show’ that’s put on there - Thai traditional dance, Buddhist ordination ceremony, muay thai (Thai boxing), elephants at work, and takraw (a common sport in Thailand).
Also in the grounds is a luxury riverside resort, thousands of rose bushes and hundreds of exotic birds. Close to Rose Garden are the Thai Human Imagery Museum and the Samphran Elephant Park. The human imagery museum is a Thai Madame Tussauds with images of famous monks and all the Chakri dynasty kings. The Elephant park has a variety of elephant and crocodile shows ( featuring these animals wrestling, performing in various ways, including tug-of-war).
Nakhon Pathom, around 60 km west of Bangkok, is a town famous as the reputedly the oldest in Thailand and the place where Buddhist missionaries first entered Thailand from India. It is a typical provincial Thai town with only the gold encrusted Phra Pathom Chedi giving a clue as to its celebrated past.
This is a massive 127m high, making it the word’s largest Buddhist monument, and the most important in all of Thailand. As well as the main chedi, there are numerous bots, Buddha images and other structures nearby. This area is mostly visited either on a day tour from Bangkok, or sometimes on route to Kanchanaburi.
Kanchanaburi is home to the River Kwai and its infamous bridge. The building of the bridge in 1943 was part of a wartime project to link existing Thai and Burmese railway lines to create a direct route from Bangkok, Thailand to Rangoon, Burma (now Myanmar) in an effort to support the Japanese occupation of Burma. Over 100,000 conscripted laborers and 12,000 prisoners of war died during the whole project.
To the northeast of Bangkok in Minburi are both the Suwan Siam Water Park and the Safari World Park.
Easy to combine in one day trip, the water park is set in large landscaped gardens and has surf, whirlpools, fountains, waterfalls, large water slides and flumes. Other family attractions here are children’s playgrounds, colorful aviaries, an open zoo and botanical gardens.
With more than 150 acres, Safari World is the largest wildlife park in Southeast Asia. There are almost a hundred different animal species, including giraffes, zebras, elephants, lions and tigers. The marine section has trained dolphin shows and an aviary section with eagles, macaws and parrots. There are various shows available (including dolphins, birds, seals and monkeys). This is best visited on a tour, as the wildlife section is for vehicles only. Though the park also has coaches you can go through on, most taxi drivers can be persuaded to take you through it if pay them a little more for it. The other sections can be visited on foot.
JORDAN
Bangkok has many fabulous attractions which make excellent day-trips. One of the most popular day-trips from Bangkok is the 110 km trip to the picturesque Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, which is in Ratchaburi province. Bangkok is famous for its floating markets. You will find them at Ton Khem, and there are others at Hia Kui and Khun Phitak.
Organised tours to Damnoen Saduak will probably also include a visit the Rose Garden and the chedi at Nakhon Pathom. The Rose garden is set in large landscaped tropical gardens but is mostly visited for the ‘cultural show’ that’s put on there - Thai traditional dance, Buddhist ordination ceremony, muay thai (Thai boxing), elephants at work, and takraw (a common sport in Thailand).
Also in the grounds is a luxury riverside resort, thousands of rose bushes and hundreds of exotic birds. Close to Rose Garden are the Thai Human Imagery Museum and the Samphran Elephant Park. The human imagery museum is a Thai Madame Tussauds with images of famous monks and all the Chakri dynasty kings. The Elephant park has a variety of elephant and crocodile shows ( featuring these animals wrestling, performing in various ways, including tug-of-war).
Nakhon Pathom, around 60 km west of Bangkok, is a town famous as the reputedly the oldest in Thailand and the place where Buddhist missionaries first entered Thailand from India. It is a typical provincial Thai town with only the gold encrusted Phra Pathom Chedi giving a clue as to its celebrated past.
This is a massive 127m high, making it the word’s largest Buddhist monument, and the most important in all of Thailand. As well as the main chedi, there are numerous bots, Buddha images and other structures nearby. This area is mostly visited either on a day tour from Bangkok, or sometimes on route to Kanchanaburi.
Kanchanaburi is home to the River Kwai and its infamous bridge. The building of the bridge in 1943 was part of a wartime project to link existing Thai and Burmese railway lines to create a direct route from Bangkok, Thailand to Rangoon, Burma (now Myanmar) in an effort to support the Japanese occupation of Burma. Over 100,000 conscripted laborers and 12,000 prisoners of war died during the whole project.
To the northeast of Bangkok in Minburi are both the Suwan Siam Water Park and the Safari World Park.
Easy to combine in one day trip, the water park is set in large landscaped gardens and has surf, whirlpools, fountains, waterfalls, large water slides and flumes. Other family attractions here are children’s playgrounds, colorful aviaries, an open zoo and botanical gardens.
With more than 150 acres, Safari World is the largest wildlife park in Southeast Asia. There are almost a hundred different animal species, including giraffes, zebras, elephants, lions and tigers. The marine section has trained dolphin shows and an aviary section with eagles, macaws and parrots. There are various shows available (including dolphins, birds, seals and monkeys). This is best visited on a tour, as the wildlife section is for vehicles only. Though the park also has coaches you can go through on, most taxi drivers can be persuaded to take you through it if pay them a little more for it. The other sections can be visited on foot.
JORDAN
Jun
18
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Andrew Gibson asked:
A democratic republic, Honduras is located in Central America, and also referred to by the locals as Spanish Honduras. A place that is very popular amidst tourists across the world is known for the rich culture, colours and vibrant customs and festivals, which take place through the year. The Orchid is their national flower and this is the place that has the most number of Scarlet Macaws, which is also their national bird.
Travelling to Honduras is simple and easy, apart from being inexpensive. When making a trip to Honduras, remember to keep these five things in mind, so you don’t miss out on the most important aspects of Honduras.
While driving down to the Suyapa hillside, you cannot miss the Basilica De Suyapa. It hovers tall and will catch your eye even before you reach the venue. La Virgen de Suyapa is considered to be the patron saint all across Central America and even in Honduras. The large beautifully decorated stain glass windows are what make this chapel so popular. The celebrations which takes place every year in Feb, draws quite the crowd, pilgrims throng here from all across America.
For those who are seeking adventure, and enjoy water sports, this is where they should head. The El Aguila Wreck is the perfect place for some diving and wildlife sighting. The Aguila was a good dive site till the hurricane broke the ship, and since then it has become a popular spot for divers who go into the sea looking for eels and other treasures. Just be careful around the animals in the water, and don’t get too friendly unless you have an expert by your side.
The lush forest area of parquet Nacional la Tigra is the first of its kind in Honduras, and filled with wildlife of all kinds, and even has few pumas. A dream comes true for those who love animals, and enjoy looking for exotic birds, orchids and other flora. The park has nearly 350 species of birds, and if you are lucky, you just might spot a quetzal, an exotic and rare specie of bird.
Pulhapanzak Falls are an amazing site and are not to be missed. While driving through Pena Blanca, you cannot miss this towering water falls. Pulhapanzak Falls looks breath taking, with the sheer height and the amount of water that flows from it. With plenty of place to swim in, the falls is a popular destination for holiday goers around Honduras. One can stop over, have a cool splash in the water falls and then continue on with their journey, feeling refreshed and lively.
Galeria Nacional de Arte is another popular tourist attraction in Honduras. The National Art gallery in what was once a convent is where the big exhibitions take place in Honduras. There are nearly seven art exhibition centres, which houses modern art work, colonial paintings and even artefacts with religious backgrounds. As you walk into the venue, you will find brochures giving a detailed description of the place.
STEWART
A democratic republic, Honduras is located in Central America, and also referred to by the locals as Spanish Honduras. A place that is very popular amidst tourists across the world is known for the rich culture, colours and vibrant customs and festivals, which take place through the year. The Orchid is their national flower and this is the place that has the most number of Scarlet Macaws, which is also their national bird.
Travelling to Honduras is simple and easy, apart from being inexpensive. When making a trip to Honduras, remember to keep these five things in mind, so you don’t miss out on the most important aspects of Honduras.
While driving down to the Suyapa hillside, you cannot miss the Basilica De Suyapa. It hovers tall and will catch your eye even before you reach the venue. La Virgen de Suyapa is considered to be the patron saint all across Central America and even in Honduras. The large beautifully decorated stain glass windows are what make this chapel so popular. The celebrations which takes place every year in Feb, draws quite the crowd, pilgrims throng here from all across America.
For those who are seeking adventure, and enjoy water sports, this is where they should head. The El Aguila Wreck is the perfect place for some diving and wildlife sighting. The Aguila was a good dive site till the hurricane broke the ship, and since then it has become a popular spot for divers who go into the sea looking for eels and other treasures. Just be careful around the animals in the water, and don’t get too friendly unless you have an expert by your side.
The lush forest area of parquet Nacional la Tigra is the first of its kind in Honduras, and filled with wildlife of all kinds, and even has few pumas. A dream comes true for those who love animals, and enjoy looking for exotic birds, orchids and other flora. The park has nearly 350 species of birds, and if you are lucky, you just might spot a quetzal, an exotic and rare specie of bird.
Pulhapanzak Falls are an amazing site and are not to be missed. While driving through Pena Blanca, you cannot miss this towering water falls. Pulhapanzak Falls looks breath taking, with the sheer height and the amount of water that flows from it. With plenty of place to swim in, the falls is a popular destination for holiday goers around Honduras. One can stop over, have a cool splash in the water falls and then continue on with their journey, feeling refreshed and lively.
Galeria Nacional de Arte is another popular tourist attraction in Honduras. The National Art gallery in what was once a convent is where the big exhibitions take place in Honduras. There are nearly seven art exhibition centres, which houses modern art work, colonial paintings and even artefacts with religious backgrounds. As you walk into the venue, you will find brochures giving a detailed description of the place.
STEWART
Jun
15
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Stephen Dolan asked:
Are you getting bored with your house? Are you getting tired of seeing the same plants over and over? Do you want an easy and quick way to spice things up? If so, you should consider using exotic plants to change the look and feel of your house. After all, an exotic plant or a vase of ornamental exotic flowers is a heck of a lot cheaper than new furniture and less time consuming than painting the walls a vibrant new color. This article highlights some of the best exotic plants you can use in your home.
Bird of Paradise
There are few exotic plants more impressive than the bird of paradise. A native of South Africa (where it is called the crane plant), the bird of paradise can now be found all over the world, a result of its obvious beauty. Standing as much as two meters tall, the bird of paradise is commonly used for ornamental purposes. The bird of paradise was given its name because of its similarity to the bird species of the same name; the bird of paradise’s fan shaped stems are said to resemble the head and beak of a bird.
Hawaiian flowers
As with anything to do with Hawaiian culture, Hawaiian flowers are very popular at the moment. Hawaiian flowers are especially good if you are trying to give your house a tropical feel, and are sure to be the perfect exotic plant to give your flower arrangement a carefree, summery look. And there are few plants more exotic and unique than a Hawaiian lava plant, grown on the Big Island right on the lava stone. The main kinds of lava plants you want to look for are bromeliad and anthurium lava plants. Each of these lava plants is vibrantly colored. The colourful middle stem of the bromeliad is surrounded by a circle of fronds. And most anthurium plants have a heart shaped flower that is so bright it looks like glossy paint. Don’t settle for roses and tulips, they have been done to death. What could be more romantic and memorable than a heart shaped potted anthurium plant?
Orchids
Orchids are the most popular exotic plants. The reason for this is many people think they are simply the most beautiful exotic plant in the world. Orchids are also surprisingly easy to grow, and the blooms of live plants last for weeks or even months. Even though orchids are extremely popular, there are so many different kinds of orchids, you can easily pick orchids as your exotic plants without too much fear that you are just following the crowd. Indeed, there are literally thousands upon thousands of different varieties of flowering orchids.
Exotic flowers are an easy way to make an impressive and unique design statement in your home. Instead of getting the same kinds of plants from the same places, it’s time to branch out into exotic plants and shake up your routine! Turn your drab room around with a bird of paradise, Hawaiian lava plant or beautiful orchid. Or even get creative and mix all three of these exotic plants.
MITCHELL
Are you getting bored with your house? Are you getting tired of seeing the same plants over and over? Do you want an easy and quick way to spice things up? If so, you should consider using exotic plants to change the look and feel of your house. After all, an exotic plant or a vase of ornamental exotic flowers is a heck of a lot cheaper than new furniture and less time consuming than painting the walls a vibrant new color. This article highlights some of the best exotic plants you can use in your home.
Bird of Paradise
There are few exotic plants more impressive than the bird of paradise. A native of South Africa (where it is called the crane plant), the bird of paradise can now be found all over the world, a result of its obvious beauty. Standing as much as two meters tall, the bird of paradise is commonly used for ornamental purposes. The bird of paradise was given its name because of its similarity to the bird species of the same name; the bird of paradise’s fan shaped stems are said to resemble the head and beak of a bird.
Hawaiian flowers
As with anything to do with Hawaiian culture, Hawaiian flowers are very popular at the moment. Hawaiian flowers are especially good if you are trying to give your house a tropical feel, and are sure to be the perfect exotic plant to give your flower arrangement a carefree, summery look. And there are few plants more exotic and unique than a Hawaiian lava plant, grown on the Big Island right on the lava stone. The main kinds of lava plants you want to look for are bromeliad and anthurium lava plants. Each of these lava plants is vibrantly colored. The colourful middle stem of the bromeliad is surrounded by a circle of fronds. And most anthurium plants have a heart shaped flower that is so bright it looks like glossy paint. Don’t settle for roses and tulips, they have been done to death. What could be more romantic and memorable than a heart shaped potted anthurium plant?
Orchids
Orchids are the most popular exotic plants. The reason for this is many people think they are simply the most beautiful exotic plant in the world. Orchids are also surprisingly easy to grow, and the blooms of live plants last for weeks or even months. Even though orchids are extremely popular, there are so many different kinds of orchids, you can easily pick orchids as your exotic plants without too much fear that you are just following the crowd. Indeed, there are literally thousands upon thousands of different varieties of flowering orchids.
Exotic flowers are an easy way to make an impressive and unique design statement in your home. Instead of getting the same kinds of plants from the same places, it’s time to branch out into exotic plants and shake up your routine! Turn your drab room around with a bird of paradise, Hawaiian lava plant or beautiful orchid. Or even get creative and mix all three of these exotic plants.
MITCHELL
Jun
14
I am looking for exotic birds on black poster paper that was done in Mexico. mariej1@roadrunner.com?
marie j asked:
I believe Indians made them
try mariej123452000@yahoo.com
ELOY
I believe Indians made them
try mariej123452000@yahoo.com
ELOY
Jun
13
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Ramapati Singhania asked:
Clear blue seas and white sand beaches dot the Seychelles Island. As a travel destination Seychelles is very charming where one can savor breathtaking natural beauty and embark on spine tingling adventure.
Most of the land areas on the map of Seychelles Island are natural reserves that have an amazing array of different species of life forms. These species are mostly indigenous and have inhabited the Island for a long time.
People from different countries and belonging to different races have immigrated to Seychelles for ages and have now become the permanent inhabitants of the Island as this island has no indigenous population.
The climate of Seychelles is warm and its natural beauty has always attracted people from far and wide. The Island has a variety of sport activities and excursions and is an ideal destination for travel buffs and its serene natural surroundings provide pure relaxation to the aching mind and body.
Some of the sights on the map of Seychelles Island are worth seeing again and again. Mahe Island in Seychelles is the largest and the most populated and Victoria the capital of Seychelles is located here. The Praslin beach resort with its many beautiful beaches is the hotspot of Seychelles tourism.
The beaches are Anse Boudin, Anse Kerlan, Anse Georgette, Anse Possession, Anse Volbert, Anse Le Farin and Anse Lazio, the last one being the best of the lot. Praslin is famous for its hospitality and accommodation facilities and acts as a base for excursions to other neighboring Islands.
Of late many world events have been organized in the exquisite beaches of Seychelles with event organizers showering praises on its virgin natural surroundings. There is another coral island called Bird Island on the map of Seychelles Island that is famous for its white beaches and clear blue waters. Many types of exotic birds are found in this island. There are other Islands too where exotic birds, fauna and marine life are found. The rarest bird of Seychelles can be found in the Cousin Island and marine animals such as giant land tortoise, tiger sharks and seabirds inhabit the Aldabra Island.
For sport activities such as diving, windsurfing and canoeing there is Denis Island and for swimming and snorkeling the Cerf Island is famous. The world famous coco de mar palm tree grows in its natural state at Vallee De Mai and Curieuse Islands.
The map of Seychelles Island boasts of many impressive beaches untouched by mans influence offering a host of sports and adventure activities unmatched in the world. Bird watching tours, snorkeling, salt-water fly fishing, and the annual SUBIOS underwater festival are some of the most happening activities in Seychelles that attracts people in hordes to this picturesque Island.
It is no wonder that people come here every year from different places to discover these natural wonders.
ALFREDO
Clear blue seas and white sand beaches dot the Seychelles Island. As a travel destination Seychelles is very charming where one can savor breathtaking natural beauty and embark on spine tingling adventure.
Most of the land areas on the map of Seychelles Island are natural reserves that have an amazing array of different species of life forms. These species are mostly indigenous and have inhabited the Island for a long time.
People from different countries and belonging to different races have immigrated to Seychelles for ages and have now become the permanent inhabitants of the Island as this island has no indigenous population.
The climate of Seychelles is warm and its natural beauty has always attracted people from far and wide. The Island has a variety of sport activities and excursions and is an ideal destination for travel buffs and its serene natural surroundings provide pure relaxation to the aching mind and body.
Some of the sights on the map of Seychelles Island are worth seeing again and again. Mahe Island in Seychelles is the largest and the most populated and Victoria the capital of Seychelles is located here. The Praslin beach resort with its many beautiful beaches is the hotspot of Seychelles tourism.
The beaches are Anse Boudin, Anse Kerlan, Anse Georgette, Anse Possession, Anse Volbert, Anse Le Farin and Anse Lazio, the last one being the best of the lot. Praslin is famous for its hospitality and accommodation facilities and acts as a base for excursions to other neighboring Islands.
Of late many world events have been organized in the exquisite beaches of Seychelles with event organizers showering praises on its virgin natural surroundings. There is another coral island called Bird Island on the map of Seychelles Island that is famous for its white beaches and clear blue waters. Many types of exotic birds are found in this island. There are other Islands too where exotic birds, fauna and marine life are found. The rarest bird of Seychelles can be found in the Cousin Island and marine animals such as giant land tortoise, tiger sharks and seabirds inhabit the Aldabra Island.
For sport activities such as diving, windsurfing and canoeing there is Denis Island and for swimming and snorkeling the Cerf Island is famous. The world famous coco de mar palm tree grows in its natural state at Vallee De Mai and Curieuse Islands.
The map of Seychelles Island boasts of many impressive beaches untouched by mans influence offering a host of sports and adventure activities unmatched in the world. Bird watching tours, snorkeling, salt-water fly fishing, and the annual SUBIOS underwater festival are some of the most happening activities in Seychelles that attracts people in hordes to this picturesque Island.
It is no wonder that people come here every year from different places to discover these natural wonders.
ALFREDO