Bird magic is still done by a few magicians. It is really magical to see the use of an animal in an act that enhances the outcome or is the major feature of an act.
The use of birds in magic can be classically beautiful.
Unfortunately the use of live animals in acts is/ has decreased substantially. The last act i saw was a bird act from Darcy Oake on BGT.
And the last Vegas magician performing with wild animals (Dirk Arthur) has just unfortunately died (Oct 2023).
However, it is not (in my view) that animals are mistreated if the act is rehearsed properly and all animals are treated with respect. So, it is possible that magicians may once again start to use birds in their acts, when the World turns.
So, below is a list of virtual products that involve bird magic. (As i am now using Amazon as an affiliate, some of these products are not available on Amazon- i have substituted a few new ones. I am leaving the names of the products not available on Amazon, so that you can source them elsewhere if you are interested).
It could be a product devoted specifically to bird magic, or part of a product that involves bird magic.
List of virtual magic products with bird magic involved
Secrets of Bird Magic Vol. 1 by Dave Womach– not available on Amazon.
Secrets of Bird Magic Vol. 2 by Dave Womach– not available on Amazon.
Parrot FX Dave Womach LIVE by Dave Womach– not available on Amazon.
Parakeet Magic by Dave Womach– not available on Amazon.
Taming Training and Tricks by Chet and Dave Womach– not available on Amazon.
Extending Magic Beyond Credibility by John Booth– He devotes the following chapter to bird magic: BRILLIANT MAGIC WITH BEAUTIFUL BIRDS
11. Centuries of Development Unfolded- not available on Amazon.
See: In a Class By Himself Don Alan– He offers a few routines using birds in this volume: Production of A Dove From A Borrowed Purse. Dove Pan Tip & Microphone Stand Tray. Funny Birdcage Vanish. (below).
In a class by himself: The legacy of Don Alan by Jon Racherbaumer (Author) Format: Hardcover
In a class by himself: The legacy of Don Alan
See: The Fielding West Comedy Magic Show, includes: his famous Bob The Bird Routine
More bird magic items
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Silver Steel Appearing Bird Cage
SUMAG Single Hand Dove Bag (Zipper) Magic Tricks Dove Appear Magic Magic Stage Prop Accessory (White)
Single Hand Dove Bag
sumrica Inner Open Book Dove Book Fun Magic Trick Magician Stage Illusions Gimmick Props Accessories Comedy,Close-Up Accessories Comedy for Halloween Christmas Party, Funny Gag Toy for Magicians
Dove Book
Watch the video for this one… very nice.
I hope you can find something you need here. I remember having an aviary in the 80’s and practising with the doves. It can be a truly pleasurable experience.
Enjoy, Kenny.
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