Shipping Birds


​I ship all of my birds almost exclusively through Delta Airlines. Shipping is safe, reliable, and something I’ve done for more than 13 years without a single issue.

Cost

The total shipping cost is $200, which includes:
  • Delta cargo/flight fee.
  • One travel crate (customized for safe bird transport).
  • My round‑trip travel to the airport.
Additional crates:
  • One crate is usually enough for young birds.
  • If more crates are needed, Delta allows up to three per airway bill at minimal extra cost.
  • Additional crates are $25 each.

How Shipping Works

  • All shipping costs are paid in advance once the bird is ready to go to his/her new home.
  • I book the flight through Delta Cargo.
  • You pick up your bird at your destination airport upon arrival. Usually, this is the designated Delta Cargo office location. In some instances (especially after hours or at smaller regional airports without a cargo office, you pick them up at the Delta Baggage Claim office inside the terminal).

Safety

Shipping birds by air is extremely safe. I’ve shipped and received birds through major airlines for over a decade and have never experienced a problem. Delta’s live‑animal program is dependable and well‑regulated.

Before Your Bird Ships

  • I send regular photo and video updates during hand‑feeding and development.
  • All babies are closed‑banded, so you can be certain the bird you receive is the exact one you chose.

Restrictions

  • I do not ship unweaned babies.
  • I do not ship via USPS (federal regulations prohibit shipping hookbills through USPS).