voljär

Voljär is a large enclosed space for keeping birds, allowing flight while preventing escape. The term is used in several languages to denote an aviary. A voljär can be freestanding or attached to a building and is usually outdoors. It has a frame, wire mesh walls, and a roof, with interiors that commonly include perches, feeding stations, nesting boxes, and vegetation to resemble a natural habitat.

Sizes and configurations vary by species and purpose. Some voljárs are compact enclosures for private owners; others are larger, walk-in structures in zoos or bird parks designed for conservation or rehabilitation. There are fully enclosed outdoor voljárs as well as semi-enclosed forms that use transparent panels to blend with surroundings.

Uses include housing pet or breeding birds, providing flight space for aviary-kept species, and supporting rehabilitation or educational programs. In all cases, design aims to protect birds from predators and weather while giving them room to move and exercise.

Maintenance and safety are essential. Regular cleaning, fresh water, and proper nutrition are required, as is routine inspection of the mesh, frame, and locks to prevent escapes and injuries. Adequate shade, ventilation, and heat or cold protection should be provided as climate requires. Compliance with local regulations and animal welfare guidelines is important.