Dyed Birds and Chicks Appear to Kids as "New Species."

Don't get fooled!

Dyed Birds and Chicks Appear to Kids as "New Species." 

Dr Abe V Rotor

 

 

Wonder what these kids are thinking, amazed at these colorful feathered pets

Ambulant bird vendors clandestinely ply their trade among unsuspecting kids. The birds, mainly the cosmopolitan house sparrow, field maya, and three-day old chicks, have been colorfully dyed to appear rare and unique, attracting parents to give in to their children's plea. Some specimens are specially dyed to make them appear as new species. San Vicente, Ilocos Sur town fiesta. (Circa April 2018)

Dyed three-day old chicks attract children, who make them pets. Dyed birds and chicks may not last long.  Dyes carry substances that are not only harmful to the birds, but also to humans and to the environment.  This practice is not in keeping with environmental laws and regulations, and therefore, should be discouraged. if not banned. ~