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Species Specific Books - Parrots,
Softbills
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African Parrots
by: Rick Jordan & Jean Pattison
This book covers species, breeding & breeding behavior, basic husbandry,
incubation techniques, hand-rearing, and suitability as companion birds.
Color photos. 144 pgs.
c. 1999, S/C...$12.95
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All About The Parrots
by: Freud, Arthur
Descriptions, habitats, histories, breeding habits, how to find the right
parrot, training, feeding, housing, general care, teaching it to talk.
B/W photos. 303 pgs.
c. 1980, H/C...$29.95
Used, Out-Of-Print, Quantities Limited
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Australian Parrots In Bush & Aviary
by: Harman, Ian
All species of native Australian parrots are described. Establishing an
aviary, feeding, breeding, common ailments, with references to the individual
needs of each species. Color photos. 200 pgs.
c. 1981, H/C...$35.00
Used, Out-Of-Print, Quantities Limited
Condition: Very Good
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Complete Parrot
by: Freud, Arthur
A visually stunning treasure trove of parrot advice and lore, this gorgeous
celebration of this intriguing bird is the ideal guide for the contemporary
enthusiast of macaws, Amazons, lories, and all other members of this large,
varied family of living feathered jewels. The first part delivers a veritable
treasure trove of the practical advice on all facets of small parrot care.
The second part showcases numerous parrot species - some familiar &
some less familiar. The third part conatins twenty chapters that advise,
educate, and entertain. 112 photos, 100 in color. 242 pgs.
c. 1995, H/C...$34.95
Out-Of-Print, Quantities Limited
Condition: New
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Guide To A Well-Behaved Parrot
by: Athan, Mattie Sue
Helps you understand parrot psychology and deal with the most common behavior
problems - screaming, biting & feather chewing. Helps you understand
the need for periodic reinforcement of parrot behavior. And how to teach
your parrot to accept grooming. In addition you will find a wealth of
information on health care, proper nutrition, grooming, and much more.
Color photos. 144 pgs.
c.1993, S/C...$9.95
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Guide To A Well-Behaved Parrot (2nd Edition)
by: Athan, Mattie Sue
Helps you understand parrot psychology and deal with the most common behavior
problems - screaming, biting & feather chewing. Helps you understand
the need for periodic reinforcement of parrot behavior. And how to teach
your parrot to accept grooming. In addition you will find a wealth of
information on health care, proper nutrition, grooming, and much more.
Color photos. 144 pgs.
c.1999, 2nd Ed., S/C...$10.95
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Guide To Companion Parrot Behavior
by: Mattie Sue Athan
Practical advice on living with parrots: what to expect from different
types of parrots, choosing the bird that's right for you, behavior from
youth to adult, bonding, grooming, managing screaming, biting, & feather
chewing. Color photos. 229 pgs.
c. 1999, S/C...$11.95
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Howell Beginner's Guide To Parrots
by: Jennings, Greg
Accomodation, feeding, breeding, in your home, species, health problems.
Color photos. 52 pgs.
c. 1985, H/C...$5.00
Used, Out-Of-Print, Quantities Limited
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Identifying Parrots
by: Choudhury, Sharmila & White, Adam
The new compact study guide & identifier. Describes more than 70 species
with an illustrated intorduction covering habitat, breeding biology, &
conservation. Easy reference symbols provide at-a-glance information on
region & conservation status. Color photos. 80 pgs.
c. 1997, H/C...$12.95
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Keeping & Breeding Parrots
by: Aschenborn, Carl
A comprehensive look at the world of parrots in the wild and in captivity.
Chapters on all phases of keeping and maintaining paarots in the home
and in the outdoor aviary. Also includes information on the individual
species, distribution, diet, breeding habitats, and thorough plumage descritions
for each species. Over 100 color photographs & drawings. 160 pgs.
c. 1990, H/C...$35.95
Out-Of-Print, Quantities Limited
Condition: Like
New
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Keeping Parrots
by: Low, Rosemary
Care, cages, aviaries, species, feeding, breeding, health, useful addresses
Out-Of-Print, Quantities Limited
c.1985, S/C...$12.95
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Loving Care of Pet Parrots
by: Rosemary Low
This book tells the reader all they need to know to raise a happy, healthy
bird. Topics covered include choosing an appropraite species, weaning
the new pet, basic training, providing toys and amusement, feeding for
pleasure and health, biting, to clip or not to clip, the feather plucker,
sickness and health, and mimicking ability. B/W & color photos. 192 pgs.
c. 1999, S/C...$12.95
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Manual Of Parrot Behavior
by: Luescher, Andrew
This authoritative reference, the first of its kind, is a necessary addition
to the library of any practitioner or behaviorist who sees avain companion
animals. Because of their beauty, intelligence, playfulness and ability
in mimicry, parrots are the most widely kept companion birds. It is estimated
that more than half of the psittacine cases presented to clinicians are
the result of behavioral problems-problems inherent to captivity. Bringing
together a host of international experts on avian behavior, Manual of
Parrot Behavior explores the many facets of psittacine behavior, both
normal and abnormal. The book not only provides readers with a solid understanding
of the basic principles of psittacine behavior but also offers useful
techniques of diagnosis and treatment for specific problems. Covers both
normal and abnormal parrot behavior; Offers practical techniques on diagnosis
and treatment of behavior problems; Written by a team of international
experts on avian behavior; A necessary addition to the library of any
practitioner of behaviorist who sees avian companion animals. B/W &
Color photos. 332 pgs.
c. 2006, H/C...$89.99
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My Parrot, My Friend
by: Doane, Bonnie
An owner's guide to parrot behavior, behavior modification techniques
and their role in contemporary aviculture. Chapters on: which parrot is
right for you, how do parrots grow and develop, domestication & discipline,
how do behavioral problems develop, behavioral modification: what it is
and how it works, how do I work with my parrot, behavioral case studies,
and a miscellany of issues. B/W photos. 264 pgs.
c. 1994, H/C...$25.95
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New Parrot Handbook
by: Lantermann, Werner
Professional tips on how to purchase, cage, speech-train and nurture parrots
plus a wealth of essential information on parrot ailments and most effective
medical treatments. Fifty exquisite full-color photos, and numerous drawings.
144 pgs.
c.1985, S/C...$9.95
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Parrot: An Owner's Guide to a Happy Healthy Pet
by: Freud, Arthur
Parrot profiles of over 40 species of parrots, housing, feeding, physical
health, mental health. The book is filled with informative sidebars and
fun facts. Loaded with color photos. 126 pgs.
c. 1996, H/C...$12.95
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Parrot Family
by: DeGrahl, W.
Buying, housing, feeding, care, breeding, illness, taming, talking, species
of parakeets, budgerigars, cockatiels, lovebirds, lories, macaws. B/W
& Color photos. 176 pgs.
c. 1981, H/C...$25.00
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Parrot Family Birds: Their Training, Care & Breeding
by: Bronson, Julien
Contents: Intro, taming, teaching to talk, breeding & housing in captivity,
parrots, hill mynahs, lorikeets & lories, loriquets or hanging parrots,
african love birds, pigmy parrots, magpies, cockatoos, cockatiels, macaws,
australian shell parrakeets (budgerigars), the large parrakeets - rosellas
etc, caiques, hawk-beaked caiques, conures, dwarf parrots, parrotlets,
brotogerys parrakeets, eclectus parrots, crow family, european starling,
diseases & health problems, importing birds. B/W phtos 7 illustrations.
96 pgs.
c. 1950, 1st Ed, H/C...$45.00
Used, Out-Of-Print, Quantities Limited
Condition: Very Good,
no writing, binding good, pages clean & bright
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Parrot Family Birds: Their Training, Care & Breeding
by: Bronson, Julien
Descriptions, feeding, breeding, nesting, training to talk, sexing, of
various parrot species. Including parrakeets, cockatoos, mynahs, crows,
magpies, starlings, lories and many others. B/W photos. 104 pgs.
c. 1951, H/C...$17.50
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Parrot In Health & Illness: An Owner's Guide
by: Doane, Bonnie
Selecting a vet, health, emergency first aid, diseases, necropsy, medications.
This book will help the bird owner recognize the nature of a bird's illness
and what can be done to bring the bird back to good health. B/W photos.
338 pgs.
c. 1991, H/C...$24.95
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Parrot Incubation Procedures
by: Jordan, Rick
Methodical guide to incubation, hatching & problem hatches for the
aviculturist. All about the egg, artificial incubation, nutrition, calcium,
pair bonding, problem parents, preparing for incubation, candling, incubation,
egg weight management, hatching & hatching assistance. 142 pgs.
c.1989, H/C...$35.00
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Parrot Mountain Handbook
by: Jefferis, Doc & Wendy
The most complete guide ever for training parrot-related birds from basic
care to bicycling. Chapters cover: nutrition, feeding, cages, perches,
toys, handling, nail clipping, beaks, bathing, taming, training, tricks:
retrieve, magic tricks, wave, kiss, hopping, bag eagle, flying, roll over,
somersault, bicycle riding), talking, breeding, and common ailments. Color
& B/W photos. 107 pages
c. 1982, S/C...$15.00
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Parrot Training: A Guide to Taming & Gentling Your Avian Companion
by: Doane, Bonnie Munro
Originally published as "The Pleasure of Their Company: An Owner's
Guide to Parrot Training," this amply illustrated book is just what
parrot owners need to bring up happy, well-behaved pets. You get: Hands-on
advice from one of the nation's foremost parrot authoritiesA thorough
explanation of "normal" parrot behavior and the benefits of
trainingCoverage of everything from gentling fledglings and basic obedience
to potty training, speech, and tricks. Illustrated. 216 pgs.
c. 2001, S/C...$18.99
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Parrot Training Handbook
by: Warshaw, Jennifer
A step-by-step guide to taming & training pet birds. 99 pgs.
c. 1990, Spiral...$14.95
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Parrot Tricks
by: Rober, Tani & Grindol, Diane
Teaching parrots with positive reinforcement.Teach him behaviors that
will make your life and his more enjoyable--behaviors such as stepping
on your hand or wrist on command, and going to a designated perch. Then
you can progress to teach him all kinds of tricks. From the essential
basics of obedience training to awesome tricks that will amuse and amaze
your friends. 210 pages, B/W & color photos
c. 2006, H/C...$19.99
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Parrot Who Thought She Was a Dog
by: Ellis-Bell, Nancy
Story of a rescue parrot taken in by a 'lifelong animal lover'. How her
life was changed and challenged by the newest addition to her menagerie.
A tender tale of two worlds colliding, two lives enriched and two souls
restored. 245 pages
c. 2008, H/C... $23.00
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Parrotlet Handbook
by: Vriends, Matthew M.
Info & advice on purchasing, caging, nutrition, training, health care,
breeding, understanding parrotlets and other dwarf parrots, and much more.
Color photos. 197 pgs.
c. 1999, S/C...$11.99
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Parrots
by: Alderton, David
An essentail reference for keeping more than 200 parrot family species.
Discusses all practical aspects of keeping & breeding parrots, including
choosing a paarot, keeping it as a pet or in a garden avaiary, feeding,
health care, breeding (including a section on genetics). It also features
more than 200 species arranged alphabetically by scientif name within
commonly recognized familes. More than 300 photographs & artwork illustrations.
192 pgs.
c. 1992, H/C...$34.95
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Parrots & Related Birds
by: Bates, Henry
Chapters cover: introduction to parrots in aviculture, feeding, aviaries
& equipment, taming, talking, the caged household pet, genetics & breeding,
diseases, the parrot family, three unusual subfamilies, lories & Lorikeets
& closely related birds, cockatoos, macaws & conures, parrots, parrakeets,
love birds & parrotlets, hanging parrots & guaiabero, sexing, and hand-feeding.
B/W & Color photos. 543 pgs.
c. 1978, 3rd Ed - Revised, H/C...$29.95
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Parrots In Captivity
Edited
Various, breeding, macaws & endangered parrots, eggs, general info.
c.1991, S/C, Symposium 14...$19.95
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Parrots In Captivity
by: Green, W.T. & Vriends, Dr. Mattew
Update of original 1884 classic with color plates
c. 1979, H/C... $29.95
Used, Out-Of-Print, Quantities Limited
Condition: Good, showing some shelf
wear
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Parrots Of The World
by: Forshaw, Joseph M.
Info on distribution, status, habitat, habits, every species & sub-species.
Range maps, color illustrations. Coffee-table size. 584 pgs.
c. 1977, H/C... $35.00
Used, Out-Of-Print, Quantities Limited
Condition: Good, some scruffing
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Parrots: A Complete Pet Owner's Manual
by: Wolter, Annette
Complete advice on parrot care of all popular varieties in natural habitats
and in pet owners' environmentss. Covers: Equipment, purchasing, diet,
health, breeding, understanding parrots, & species. Color photos.
95 pgs.
c.1992, S/C...$6.95
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Pet Parrot Book
by: Snyder, Peter
Here is a volume that deserves a place on every bird owner's bookshelf.
It combines the author's warm, personal narratives with thought-provoking
coverage of little-discussed topics relating to parrot care. They include
the future of the parrot species in a world of shrinking natural habitats,
and the hormonal changes a parrot undergoes in the course of its life
cycle. The author also offers insights that explain the sometimes mysterious
actions of parrots. He illustrates factual information about parrots with
examples and stories drawn from real life. Readers will find an entertaining
and informative combination of scientific fact and instructions on the
daily care of parrots with humorous anecdotes. Illustrated with full-color
photos. 136 pgs.
c.1998, S/C...$9.95
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Pleasure of Their Company: An Owner's Guide to Parrot Training
by: Doane, Bonnie Munro
Whether your parrot pal is a lordly macaw, a tiny budgie or any of the
beautiful Amazons, African greys, cockatoos or other beloved species in
between. The text discusses the reasons for training a parrot, how an
owner's behavior influences training results, working with baby birds
and weanlings, three basic obedience skills and training techniques for
adult parrots. You will find chapters on potty training to help your parrot
clean up its act; speech training that makes your parrot more fun to be
with and some intriguing examples of parrots really knowing what they're
saying; trick training that allows a parrot to use its nimble mind and
dexterous body together and some valuable insights on fun and games with
your parrot to enjoy your relationship fully. With delightful illustrations
by parrot lover Richard Cole. 216 pgs.
c. 1998, H/C...$27.95
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Popular Parrots
by: Vriends, Matthew
Feathers, flying, propulsion, resiration, the cage, perches, toys, safety
precautions, bathing, the aviary, water & seed dishes, maintenance, breeding,
taming, training, diseases, accidents, parasites, along with a guide to
parrot species (cockatoos, lories, lorikeets, lovebirds, parrotlets, macaws,
amazons). B/W & Color photos. 240 pgs.
c. 1983, H/C...$17.50
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Proper Care Of Parrots
by: Skinner, Martin
Designed to appeal to beginners, this book provides plenty of sensible,
practical, use-it-every-day information that saves readers money and time.
Chapters cover: Introducing parrots, housing, feeding, breeding, as pets,
ailments,& species. Hundreds of full-color photos. 256 pgs.
c. 1992, H/C...$16.95
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Psittaculture: Breeding, Rearing & Management Of Parrots
by: Silva, Tony
Provides intuitive insights & incredible detail, into all facets of
parrot husbandry. Author Tony Silva deals in great detail with a number
of important facts. Pressures on parrot populations in the wild &
the role of aviculture- Since over 94% of parrots have & do successfully
breed in captivity, trade & wild caught birds should be totally banned
except in exceptional cirumstances; Incubation- Discussion of whether
parrot eggs should be pulled from the nest, under what circumstances,
discussion of equipment, techniques & more; Hand Rearing- Once hatched,
the young must be properly nourished often by hand; discussion of utensils,
how often to feed, how to make formula, & how to heat, serve &
store it; Parrot Chicks- Growth rates, indications of good health or lack
of same, weaning methods, & microchipping tattooing; Mutations- Positive
& negative effects of selective breeding for color mutations; Parrot
Husbandry- Breeding, size & configuration of nest boxes; Selecting
a pet parrot & keeping it Healthy. The remaining 36 chapters are comprised
of detailed species covering mating, breeding, clutch size, incubation
periods, chick development & remarks on each species. The book ends
with a list of sexually Dimorphic species. A number of parrot species
exhibit striking sexual differences. This list tells the aviculturest
which features can aid in distinguishing a male from a female visually.
Tony Silva is the world's foremost authority on parrots & parrot husbandry.
Color photos. 330 pgs.
c. 1991, H/C...$45.00
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Second-Hand Parrot: A Complete Pet Owner's Manual
by: Athan, Mattie Sue & Deter-Townsend, Dianalee
Two expert parrot owners point out the pros and cons of adopting a bird
that has had a previous owner. Learn everything about Adoption, Housing,
Feeding, Health Care, Grooming, and Socialization, with a special chapter
on understanding your re-homed parrot. Color photos. 94 pgs.
c. 2002, S/C...$8.95
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Taming & Training Parrots
by: Mulawka, Edward J.
Contents: What kind of parrot for you, the quarantine station, some facts
to consider, buying baby parrots, symptoms of bad health, buying your
bird, stress, feeding & caring for, taming your larger parrot, taming
your medium & smaller sized parrot, the mechanics of training animals,
teaching tricks, & teaching to talk. B/W photos. 349 pgs.
c. 1981, H/C...$24.95
Used, Out-Of-Print,
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Condition: Very Good,
like new
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TFH Book Of Parrots
by: Starika, W.A & Richardson, E.L.
Chapters cover: parrot lore, what is a parrot, why keep a parrot, selecting
a parrot, housing, cleaning, equipment, feeding, training, teaching to
talk, breeding, ailments, popular parrots (covers 17 species), a technician's
view of handling birds & performing routine physical exams, &
diagnostic laparoscopy in birds. Includes a special illustrated section
on surgical sexing by William Satterfield, DVM. Color photos. 79 pgs.
c. 1982, H/C...$6.95
Used, Out-Of-Print, Quantities Limited
Condtion: Very
Good, name sticker in front cover
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Training Captive-Bred Parrots
by: Berlin, Delia
A handbook which gives practical advice on keeping captive-bred parrots,
from selection and care to housing and training. Color photos. 128 pgs.
c.1996, H/C...$23.95
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Training Your Parrot
by: Murphy, Kevin P.
Topics covered: The pet parrot in your home, selecting a parrot, housing
& equipment, daily care, taming, speech training. B/W & Color photos.
189 pgs.
c. 1983, H/C...$23.95
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Ultimate Parrot
by: Watson, Barrett & Hurley, Mike
Housing, cages, stands, plants, wing clipping, toys, the first day with
your parrot, what to do if it escapes, nail-cutting, hygiene, health,
behaior, training, teaching to talk, diet, nutrition, breeding, incubation,
hand-rearing, diseases, breeds of parrots. Over 250 color photos. 256
pgs.
c. 2000, H/C...$34.95
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Guide To The Quaker Parrot
by: Athan, Mattie Sue
Methods of positive reinforcement that will give you a well-behaved parrot,
advice on cages, toys, grooming, diet, and protecting your parrot from
household hazards. Contains a special chapter on socializing a baby parrot.
Color photos. 122 pgs
c.1997, S/C...$9.95
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Quaker Parrot: An Owner's Guide to a Happy Healthy Pet
by: Higdon, Pamela Leis
Preventative health care, cage requirements, nutritional requirements,
tips on keeping your Quaker in top physical condition. The book is filled
with informative sidebars and fun facts. Loaded with color photos. 126
pgs.
c. 1998, H/C...$12.95
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Guide To The Senegal Parrot & Its Family
by: Athan, Mattie Sue
Advice, care & info for African Senegal, Meyer's, Red-Bellieds, Jardine's.
Relatively quiet, friendly and acrobatic, the bright green and yellow
domestic African Senegal parrot must be socialized early and their domesticated
behavior patterns regularly maintained to keep them tame. This book offers
valuable clues to the Senegal's sensitive temperament and other specialized
needs, along with information about the bird's behavior, dietary needs,
and appropriate indoor environment. Photos throughout. 96 pgs.
c.1998, S/C...$9.95
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Complete Book of Finches & Softbills: Their Care & Breeding
by: Alderton, David
A comprehensive guide to all aspects of caring for & breeding these
birds. Whether just starting out with one Zebra Finch or beginning to
breed Greater Indian Hill Mynahs, readers will find this book an essential
tool for sucess. It includes practical information on the different species
of finches & softbills, including specific housing & nutritional
requirements, along with expert advice from bird-keeping authority David
Alderton on everything from selecting a healthy bird to improving breeding
results. Also contains instructional guidance on identifying birds, building
an aviary or birdroom, & treating illnesses. High color glossy photos
& illustrations. 191 pgs.
c. 2000, H/C...$29.95
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Finches & Soft-Billed Birds
by: Bates & Busenbark
Diet, importation, aviaries, equipment, breeding, health, hornbills, cranes.
735 pgs.
c. 1970, H/C...$29.95
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New Softbill Handbook
by: Steinigeweg, Werner
Everything about care, feeding, illnesses, and breeding. With a special
chapter on understanding behavior and descriptions of popular species
Color photos. 103 pgs.
c.1987, S/C...$9.95
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Softbills: Care, Breeding & Conservation
by: Vince, Martin
An exhaustive volume about the biology & ecology of softbills - small,
flying birds that do not live on seeds, but on soft foods such as fruits,
insects & meats. The first section covers basics from purchasing and
housing to particulars such as handling, banding & nutrition. The
second section focuses on the different species, covering size, sexing,
incubation & breeding. Color photos. 278 pgs.
c. 1996, S/C...$24.95
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