Keeping Pet & Aviary Birds, The Complete Practical Guide to

This newly updated book is an essential reference manual for bird-keepers of all levels from the novice looking to keep a single pet bird indoors to the seasoned breeder wishing to extend an existing aviary collection. A close look at more than 250 examples provides a fascinating insight into the coloration, characteristics, weaknesses and breeding habits of each of the major groups: waxbills, weavers, wydahs, canaries and related finches, quails and pheasants, softbills, Australian parakeets, cockatiels, cockatoos, lories and lorikeets, parrots, doves and pigeons. The book provides all the bird husbandry information needed for bird-keepers everywhere. Step-by-step instructions on caring for pet birds in the home or outdoor aviary Includes a photographic directory of more than 250 of the worlds most popular bird varieties Advice on selecting the right bird for your lifestyle, including buying varieties for novices, for breeding and for showing, and all the equipment you will need How to keep pet birds healthy and in the best condition, and what to do when problems occur