Raoul—son of famous bird artist, Peter Slater—has dedicated his life to the photography and study of Australian birds. Over 30 years his collection has gathered some gems, arranged as a photographic journey featured in a visually spectacular book—Growing Up With Australian Birds.
Over 160 glossy pages Raoul presents the unique behaviour of a huge variety of species captured at water holes, in woodlands, at rivers and dams, both close–up and from a distance.
The journey chapters transverse various stages of life–Childhood, Adolescence, Adulthood and Parenthood–with the final chapter–Feeling Inspired–passing on wildlife photographic tips and techniques.
Raoul’s photography depicts action in his subjects–be it a Rainbow Lorikeet sneezing, an Eastern Yellow Robin with open wings landing on a twig in a stream, a Satin Bowerbird in display with flowers being presented in its beak, a Buff–banded Rail taking a dip, a Hooded Parrot inspecting an ant mound and Galahs at play.
The timeless beauty of birds shines through as a treasure in this lovely, large hardcover (with dust jacket) coffee–table book – which you will browse often.
Author: Mike Swan
Softcover, 616 pages Price: retail price $70.00 plus P&H
After editing and publishing Keeping and Breeding Australian Pythons in 2007—an excellent account of these snakes provided by many prominent keepers and breeders—Mike Swan has followed up with an even larger volume titled Keeping and Breeding Australian Lizards.
Although numerous guide books about Australia’s unique reptilian fauna have been published over the years—even a few small volumes about keeping and breeding certain species have appeared on the book shelves—this is the first book giving detailed accounts of how to maintain and propagate members of all families of our unique and highly interesting lizard fauna.
After a short general introduction, acknowledgements, information about the different authors and contents pages, there is a short introduction to lizards followed by a slightly longer one about Australian species.
The first chapter covers captive husbandry covering everything from how to select the right lizard to cage design, heating, lighting and even the importance of keeping records. The book’s first section is concluded with a chapter on successful propagation of these reptiles written by Mike Swan himself.
Following this are accounts by well known reptile breeder and producer of live foods, Rob Porter who talks about breeding livefoods, particularly insects, and Dr. Franciscus Scheelings who deals with diseases and other problems which may affect lizards in captivity.
The remaining sections cover each of the five Australian lizard families in greater detail. Written by specialists in their field—John McGrath deals with geckos, Rob Porter with flap-footed lizards, Greg Fyfe with skinks, Kieran Aland with dragons and Grant Husband and Matthew Bonnett with goannas—a vast amount of information has been packed into each of these chapters which will certainly be of great interest to the reader.
A final chapter on colour and pattern mutations, a glossary and a comprehensive index round off the 616 pages providing an easy read, even for the novice keeper—the handful of scientific terms used in the book are easily tackled with consultation of the handy glossary.
With 1016 images I can only say that less might have been more—a couple of images are shown twice and I would question whether five images of Beaked Geckos is really necessary. The choice of cover shot is also less than inspiring.
At times the image captions could have provided a bit more information and there were some mix-ups with images being captioned incorrectly—but these quibbles are purely cosmetic. For example, an image with two centralian Blue-tongued Lizards enjoying a healthy salad mix, also shows a Spiny-tailed Goanna with a mouth full of greenery. A vegetarian goanna? Surely not, so was there meat amongst the vegies?
Also, there is a slip-up in the captions of two gecko shots—Thorn-tailed Geckos are a diplodactyline species and the Ring-tailed Gecko a gekkonine species. But all of this is barely cosmetic.
The one disappointment for me is the colour reproduction itself which often seems very dull and without contrast and, although it probably fails to do the original photographs any justice, this book is about lizard husbandry and reproduction—hardly a glossy coffee table book.
I would gladly recommend Keeping and Breeding Australian Lizards to anyone with an interest in Australian lizards, whether a novice or an old-hand.
Reviewed by Gunther Schmida
Author: NICOLAS BRASCH
Softcover, 138 pages, black & white diagrams, indexed Price: Recommended retail price $29.95 plus P&H
This basic and compact book provides a quick reference guide for the novice. Beginning with 20 common questions answered such as Do Chickens smell and are they dirty?; When do hens start to lay eggs and for how long?, the book goes on to outline 10 steps to keeping chickens.
The Anatomy and Physiology chapter includes diagrams to support details on the digestive and reproductive systems - of great interest to the serious chicken keeper.
Which type and breed should you keep? The chapter The Right Chickens for Me provides pertinent information on the various poultry classifications together with advice on breed suitability for your own personal preferences be it showing, egg laying or your location.
The Housing chapter covers 31 pages and is an excellent reference including coop and house plans. Caring for your Chickens details information on purchase, feeding, catching and handling, diseases and health.The serious business of Breeding and Showing covers two more chapters and is accompanied by an excellent section - Resources and Suppliers listed by state and an index. Keeping Chickens shows you how easy, fun and satisfying owning chickens can be. Reviewed by Sheryll Steele-Boyce
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Author: CAROL EKARIUS
Softcover, 278 pages, full colour photographs throughout, glossary, indexed
Recommended retail price $49.95 plus P&H
More than 128 birds strut their stuff across the 278 full colour pages of this glossy pictorial delight featuring chickens, ducks, geese, turkeys, emus, guineafowl, ostriches, partridges, peafowl, pheasants, quail and swans.
The chapter on chickens is particularly detailed, dividing the species according to the classification of layers, meat and ornamental breeds.
The excellent photography displays the common colour and feather patterns which makes for a most interesting browse.
An emphasis on breeding for selective traits points out the associated challenges and an explanation of genetics - DNA and gene structure - assists the breeder greatly.
A combination of text and photography works together to detail each breed under its relevant classification with a section providing facts such as class, size, comb, wattles, earlobes - where applicable, colour, place of origin, conservation status and special qualities.
Although the title is a definitive guide to North American barnyard wildfowl I feel that any poultry enthusiast outside the USA will enjoy the feast of facts and photographs presented. Reviewed by Sheryll Steele-Boyce <Storeys Illustrated Guide to Poultry Breeds>
The Chicken Health Handbook Author:BY GAIL DAMEROW
Softcover, 344 pages, black & white images, indexed
Price: Recommended retail price $30.00 plus P&H
Published in 1994, this title is still regarded as an essential reference for small flock owners of chicken breeds. The author,
Gail Damerow, has successfully translated avian veterinarian-suited information into layman text—on all vital aspects of health,diseases and disorders that fanciers need to know. Chapters include Chicken Health, Health and Nutrition, Anatomy of a Chicken,External Parasites, Internal Parasites: Worms, Internal Parasites: Protozoa, Infectious Diseases, Environment-Related Problems,Diagnosis Guides, Postmortem Examination, Therapy, Enhancing Immunity, Incubation and Brooding, Chickens and Human Healthand Diseases and Disorders.
Unfortunately there are few photographs and those images which are featured are all in black and white, however the numerous diagrams, 62 charts and summarised points all make the concise layout easy-to-read and provide quick and efficient reference points.
Each disorder is presented as a distinct entity including clinical signs and cause, diagnosis, treatment and general information about the disorder.
The 70-page Disease and Disorders chapter is an alphabetically cross-referenced listing of disorders and a summary of 16 categorised explanations designed to detail each disease and disorder entry—ie Incidence, Progression, Incubation Period,Postmortem Findings and Diagnosis. The glossary adds even more valuable detail.
The information on the prevention of disease and good management strategies is highly valuable considering poultry is often
regarded as being of low monetary value and therefore not worthy of avian veterinarian attention.
For breeders of poultry this fully-indexed reference is essential reading.
The Complete Guide to Successful Sprouting for Parrots Author:BY LESLIE MORAN
Softcover, 110 pages, black & white images, indexed
Price: Recommended retail price $23.00 plus $6.00 P&H (Aust.)
Leslie Moran has written extensively for international publications and is particularly known for her regular holistic column in Parrots Magazine UK.
Leslie’s philosophy—that sprouted living vegetables boost the immune and digestive systems—has been proven correct today. Her own birds were fed what appeared to be a balanced diet—commercial pellets, a dry seed parrot mix supplemented by fresh fruits and vegetablesand a cooked legume and grain preparation.
After research, Leslie discovered the nutritious value of sprouting grains and seeds, leading her to phase out some of the commercial pellets—which contained a chemical preservative—and seed, opting for organic pellet and sprouted foods. There was a marked difference in the appearance of her birds.
Besides her own personal experience, much of the information on how to sprout and the positive results that can be gained by feeding sprouts to parrots has been provided to Leslie by knowledgeable breeders who have decades of experience with parrots. Their expertise has contributed to Leslie’s understanding of the healthful and beneficial effects of feeding sprouts, and of how to grow sprouts for parrots in a variety of climates.
The book’s chapters cover a number of questions including Why Feed Sprouts?; Organic or Commercial Foods—Is There a Difference?;Successful Sprouting; Caring for Your Sprouts; Now, Who Will Eat Them?; Nutritious Meals for the Whole Family. The five Appendices cover Resources and Additional Information, Trouble Shooting, Preventative Nutrition for Dogs and Cats, Homemade Egg Food and General Sprouting Guidelines.
Following are a couple of acclamations from various bird breeders: ‘In summary, an excellent compilation of sprouting knowledge—very informative and easy to follow. Coming from an organic background of feeding birds, it is great to get clear and accurate nutritional information on the need, care and feeding of sprouts.’ Ella Galik, ASC Judge, Canary and Finch breeder for 40 years ‘I urge people to read this book and to take to heart what sprouted seeds can do for a captive psittacine. We have been feeding ourparrots primarily organic, sprouted and raw foods for over 20 years. In all that time we have NEVER had a single case of sickness in our flock. Accidents yes, sickness no. Our adopted parrots—who had formerly been fed poorly—have regained their flight ability and intensified plumage colouration. These birds are now well into their thirties and forties. Sprouts and organic fruit seeds are alive. They carry the gift of life itself!’EB Cravens ‘A must read! Moran takes many years of sensible environmental, holistic and organic practices and guides you in their application through an easy-to-read format. This book will improve the health of your parrots, pets and yourself. She has unlocked the key.’ Linda Torony, Organic Farmer, Master Gardener, Agriscience Instructor
This title is an essential reference for all responsible avian keepers who place a value on the health of their birds. Reviewed by Sheryll Steele-Boyce
Encyclopedia of Aviculture Author: Glen Holland
Hardcover, 832 pages
Price:
Australia: $150.00 plus $20.00 P&H
Overseas: $136.37 plus P&H
This 832-page, indexed hardcover tome provides everything that the serious aviculturist would need to know about any species that they keep or would be attracted to keep.
Glen Holland, a bird keeper and wildlife lover since youth, embarked on a career in wildlife and habitat management, conservation and environmental education, leading to the current position of Director of Auckland Zoo. Together with other recognised avicultural experts from around the world, Glen formulated the in-depth information presented in this encyclopedia.
General chapters include Stress Management, Control of Vermin, Propogation of Livefood, Avicultural Management and Compatible Species, each chapter supported by explanatory colour photographs and diagrams.
The aviculturist is provided with proven, practical methods for the successful management and propagation of most of the families of birds in the world. Species accounts vary from the world's largest, the Ostrich, to the diminutive hummingbirds and waxbills and include avicultural rarities, such as the Congo Peafowl, the Kiwi, the Saddle-bill Stork, bee-eaters, swallows and Red Siskins. Also included are vital, practical components for avicultural success that are universally applicable to a wide range of species, eg Diet, Compatibility with Other Species, Habitat Requirements, Incubation and Handraising Techniques.
Aviculturists today are faced with the challenge of establishing captive-bred strains that are no longer reliant on replenishments from wild stock, while attempting to reduce the current rate of species extinctions. Glen's commendable desire that this book will assist aviculturists in achieving this goal is certainly achieved.
This title is more suited to the serious aviculturist who would appreciate the wealth of research and extensive information provided on a vast array of species. Certainly deserving of a valuable place in such a person's library. Only six copies are available. Reviewed by Sheryll Steele-Boyce
Pekin Robins and Small Softbills Management and Breeding Author: Peter Karsten
Hardcover, 251 pages
Price:
Australia: $75.00 plus $13.00 P&H
Overseas: $68.18 plus P&H
Until now a definitive manual has not been readily available to the keepers of Pekin Robins and softbills - small insectivorous and frugivorous birds.
The author, Peter Karsten, born in Germany, is highly respected for his knowledge gained over 30 years as an aviculturist, zoo keeper and zoo director in Canada. Peter is also a talented painter and sculptor. His detailed drawings support the text in the margins throughout the book. And his illustrative watercolours and colour plates depict each of the species beautifully.
Designed as an instructional text to provide information and techniques for managing and breeding Pekin Robins and other small softbill birds ex situ, this volume is the most comprehensive and current handbook on this topic, providing the reader with much more than a set of simple procedures and lists. Topics covered include in-depth explanations on Housing, Acquisition, Handrearing, Feeding, Food Cultivation and Health Care. The extensive list of softbill species range from mesias, minlas, yuhinas, laughing thrushes, tits, bulbuls and white-eyes to flycatchers, robins, tanagars and honeycreepers.
The approximately 100 topics discussed in this book are organised by a decimal numbering index which cross-references various topics within the text. Topics often have relevant expanded information in another chapter, and the decimal numbers indicate the chapter and subsections where this additional information can be found.
As well as promoting the conservation of species, Peter has provided extensive information on all aspects of softbill captive husbandry suited to both the novice and experienced enthusiast. Reviewed by Sheryll Steele-Boyce
Australian LorikeetsExperiences in the field and aviary Author: Stan Sindel and James Gill
Hardcover with dust jacket. 217 pages
Price:
Australia: $69.00 plus $13.00 P&H
Overseas: $62.73 plus P&H ISBN: 978 0958772785
Twenty years since the publication of the first edition this revised, hardcover book has grown to 217 pages. Stan and Jim have many years experience in their hobby and we can only benefit from this experience.
General chapters relating to the husbandry requirements of Australian lorikeets cover the topics of Housing, Diet and Management. The Species sections present concise information on Subspecies (where applicable), Habitat, Range, interesting Field Notes on each species In the Wild, as well as Breeding, Sexing, Courtship Display, Nesting and Hatching and Mutations in captivity.
Dr Jim Gill BVSc MVM MACVSc (Avian Health) provides details on diseases in these species. Issues covered in this section include Basic First Aid, Quarantine and Parasitic, Bacterial, Fungal, Viral and Non-infectious Diseases.
Many new photographs have been added to this edition due to the explosion of mutations in Australian lorikeetsa must have reference for breeders of colour morphs and those interested in all aspects of Australian lorikeet husbandry.
Keeping and Breeding Australian Pythons Edited by: Mike Swan
Softcover. 336 pages
Price:
Australia: $50.00 plus $12.00 P&H
Overseas: $45.45 plus P&H ISBN: 978 0980366709
When I heard that a publication on Australian pythons was in the pipeline I waited anxiously hoping that it would live up to the hype. Because my feelings about this book are somewhat mixed, I will present a candid albeit personal review. I will therefore ignore the book review standard and start at the end.
Would I recommend this book? Definitely yes. Is this book better than previous publications? Definitely yes. Should this book be on the shelf of both beginners and experienced keepers? Definitely yes.
The table of contents covers most aspects of captive husbandry, breeding, diseases and disorders, and colour and pattern mutations, as well as species accounts of 20 species and subspecies.
However, some of the general chapters give the impression of a rushed job or limited page space. The sections on substrate, housing, heating and feeding gloss briefly over the basics while managing to cleverly avoid any current controversial topics of discussion (eg the pros and cons of substrate choice and myths surrounding preferred food items).
The chapters on breeding were simple and encouraging.
Dr Scheeling BVSc wrote the Diseases and Disorders section and did a great job in some areas such as the cause of diseases.
The following species chapters were all written by different authorsa veritable whos who of snake breeding. However the frustrating aspect of individual and distinctive writing styles was that some authors presented only their way of doing things rather than suggesting a range of ways to appeal to a wider audience. It, therefore, became necessary to read all adjacent chapters on species within the same genus to glean other possible options for care. However, this very personal style of writing became priceless when the authors discussed methods of dealing with difficult hatchling feeders.
Throughout the book the photographs were exceptional in quality.
I was pleased to see the chapter on Colour and Pattern Mutations but was sorely disappointed when I saw that most of the images were of overseas mutations while ignoring Australian examples. The basic genetic mechanisms covered were quite technical for the novice.
I will reiterate that I do find this book well worth the price and an essential book for all python enthusiasts.
Reviewed by Dr Danny Brown
Asiatic Parrots and their Mutations Author: T Bastiaan and GJJ Bastiaan
Hardcover. 560 pages
Price:
Australia: $145.00 plus $17.00 P&H
Overseas: $131.82 plus P&H ISBN: 9090173269
This book has become the standard reference on this species in many countries.
All Psittacula species are covered including their husbandry, diet, housing and disease.
The focus of the extensive text is on all colour mutations, explanations of correct names and hereditary types. The specifics of breeding management are dealt with under individual species, followed by details of each mutation and the breeding outcomes in that species.
The quality of photographs provides the reader with visuals of all colour morphs.
Overall an extremely impressive production deserving a place in any Asiatic parrot enthusiasts library.
The Challenge-Breeding Championship Budgerigars Author: Gerald S. Binks Pages: 262 Price:
Australia: $145.00 plus $17.00 P&H
Overseas: $131.82 plus P&H ISBN: 0-9531546-0-2
First published in 1997, this new, updated and enlarged second edition hardcover title has been re-published in 2006. The 262-colour-pages
feature 49 chapters and 200 photographs covering the International Ideal Budgerigar, Show Birds, Aviary Design and Management, Record Keeping,
Nutrition and Feeding, Genetics, Breeding, Training and Show Preparation, Judging, Health and more Fully indexed.
The complete international Budgerigar breeders handbook.
Hancock House Encyclopedia Of Estrildid Finches Author: Dr Matthew M. Vriends & Tanya Heming-Vriends Pages: 414 Price:
Australia: $77.00 plus $17.00 P&H
Overseas: $70.00 plus P&H ISBN: 0888394934
Estrildid finches are the author's favourite group of birds, and this massive tome is his major life's work. This essential guide offers
detailed descriptions of the colourful and popular Estrildid finches from the tropics and subtropics: Waxbills, Mannikins, Munias, Grass
Finches, and Parrot Finches. Over 400 colour photos highlight the species account of their biology, distribution, and full avicultural care.
This book compiles the essential guidance you need to achieve success in finch culture, and holds the answers to both scientific and practical
questions about this family of finches.
Parrots of the World An Identification Guide Author: Joseph M. Forshaw Pages: 414 Price:
Australia: $119.00 plus $17.00 P&H
Overseas: $108.17 plus P&H ISBN: 13: 978-0-691-09251-5 ISBN: 10: 0-691-09251-6
Hard cover, 414 pages. Recommended retail price $119.00 plus $12.00 P&H (Aust.).
Joseph (Joe) Forshaw's name is synonymous with quality parrot books.
In the latest offering, he provides us with a comprehensive identification guide to the parrots of the world. At 220mm wide, 310mm deep and
approximately 33mm thickness and 414 pages, this is a substantial work, offering great value. The book is essentially presented in two
parts-'Parrots of the Old World' and 'Parrots of the New World'. The reader is led through the plan of the book: Introduction, Part One,
Part Two, References, Index of English Names and finally, Index of Scientific Names.
A brief description of each tribe is followed by a more detailed description of each species represented within that tribe. Subheadings for each species include Common English Name, Latin Name, Other Names, Distribution, Habitats and Status, Habits, Calls, Similar Species and finally, Suggested Localities. Apart from the standard common and Latin names, subspecies listings and distribution, the other features covered are rather interesting and offer, in a condensed form, an effective perspective on each bird.
Other topics covered include habits, behaviour and status. For the serious parrot enthusiast, this excellent book is a must-have. Reviewed by Russell Kingston
Good Bird - A Guide to Solving Behavioural Problems in Companion Parrots Author:Barbara Heidenreich Pages:81 Price:
Australia: $29.50 plus P&H
Overseas: $24.09 plus P&H ISBN: 1 895270 7 8 (soft cover)
Consisting of 81 pages in softcover format, with black and white images and illustrations throughout. This compact reference includes advice on basic problems to solving behaviours such as Screaming, Biting, Bonding to One Person, Cage-bound Bird and Feather Picking.
Lovebirds - Owners' Manual and Reference Guide Author: Dirk Van den Abeele Pages: 303 Price:
Australia: $79.95 plus P&H
Overseas: $72.68 plus P&H ISBN: 1 85279246 9
This up-to-date 303-page text presents comprehensive details on nine members of the Agapornis genus. Supported by numerous colour photographs the chapters include: Buying, Feeding, A Home for your Lovebirds, Breeding, Breeding Problems, Handraising, Breeding Mutations, Feather Structure, Genetics, Mode of Inheritance and Transmutations. Further chapters cover extensively the specific species, their breeding, mutations and showing. All the latest mutations are discussed in detail.
This title is an essential resource for all lovebird breeders.
The Parrot Problem Solver: Finding Solutions to Aggressive Behaviour Author: Barbara Heidenreich Pages: 192 Price:
Australia: $34.00 plus P&H
Overseas: $30.91 plus P&H ISBN: 0 7938 0562 7
Aggressive behaviour is something that many companion parrot owners will unfortunately experience at some stage in their relationship with their bird. Traditionally, the use of punishment and negative reinforcement strategies has been advocated to deal with aggression in companion parrots. Barbara Heidenreich has set a new standard in companion parrot literature with The Parrot Problem Solver, a text that is focussed on managing aggressive behaviour while building highly positive relationships between parrots and their owners. Barbara presents the most progressive, and positive, suite of methodologies and insights into using positive reinforcement-based approaches, in close combination with a well-developed sensitivity to our parrots' natural behaviours, to achieve effective behaviour change.
So what are some of the highlights of this wonderful book?
Barbara sets up the thinking for effective parrot problem solving by offering a section on parrot behaviour in the wild.
Of enormous benefit to parrot owners is the section on reading bird body language in the context of recognising potential aggression and avoiding conflict. Almost all cases of physical aggression, resulting in an actual bite being experienced from companion parrots, are avoidable if the owner is equipped with a tool kit of awareness of the intricacies of parrot body language.
Barbara then breaks down aggressive behaviour into categories, according to the foundations of the behaviour and the contexts within which it might be observed.
Eleven 'real world' scenarios are provided at the end of the book to fully contextualise the methodologies advocated and how they can be applied.
The Parrot Problem Solver represents incredible value for money and should be considered an essential addition to the library of all parrot enthusiasts.
Barbara, with over a decade of experience as a professional animal trainer, achieves this with a style that is exceptionally digestible for both the novice and experienced parrot enthusiast alike.
Authors: Stewart Evans and Mike Fidler Pages: 239 Price:
Australia: $66.00 plus P&H
Overseas: $60.00 plus P&H ISBN: 0958561214
Stewart Evans and Mike Fidler, with input by Dr Stacey Gelis, Russell Kingston, Dr Debra McDonald, David Myers and Sarah Pryke, have combined to produce the definitive work on what is arguable the world's most beautiful and popular passerine.
With 240 pages and over 100 colour plates, this book, based on many years of research and experience, is a wealth of information, covering the species in the wild and of the breeding in captivity, health and diseases, nutrition, ultraviolet vision, mutations and genetics and much more.
Case bound and finished in hard cover with gold leaf, this quality piece will be highly sought after for decades to come.
Authors: Stan Sindel and James Gill
208 pages
$55.00 plus P&H
Overseas $50.00 plus P&H
ISBN: 0 9587727 7 0
This book is a field and avicultural study of the true Australian Coral-billed Parrots. Each species is discussed at length in individual chapters dealing with Field Observations, Avicultural Techniques, Breeding Procedures, Subspecies and Racial Variations.
The general chapters-Housing, Diet, Management and Disease-provide detailed information on the maintenance of this group in aviaries.
Species covered are the King, the Red-winged, the Superb, the Regent and the Princess Parrot.
Authors: Rosemary Low
86 pages
$34.00 plus P&H
Overseas $30.91 plus P&H
ISBN: 80 7322 042 3
In appearance and behaviour Caiques are among the most distinctive of parrots. Their personality is also unique. No other parrot has the same combination of characteristics: fearless, inquisitive and playful with a huge ego and a strong willpower. Their appeal is immediate: the upright stance, the cheeky manner and the unusual colour scheme. No wonder their popularity has skyrocketed with breeders and with companion parrot owners in recent years! However no reference book existed for the Caique lover! The leading avicultural bookseller in the UK told Rosemary Low (a long-time admirer of Caiques) that he was repeatedly being asked for a book on Caiques. So here it is!
All the information in this book relates specifically to Caiques, except the health care section which applies to all parrots. Chapters include Captive History, Care and Housing, Diet and Nutrition, Pets, Breeding, Handrearing, Health and In the Wild.
Rosemary is no stranger to Australian Birdkeeper Magazine readers, her articles appearing in almost every issue for the past 16 years.
With 25 excellent colour photographs including all subspecies and chicks at various stages of development, this, Rosemary's 25th book, is sure to satisfy.
Authors: Stan Sindel and Robert Lynn
206 pages
$55.00 plus P&H
Overseas $50.00 plus P&H
ISBN: 0958772711
Both beginner as well as experienced aviculturists will find much useful information to assist them in achieving the dream of all cockatoo breeders, to produce healthy parent reared babies. A superbly presented hard bound book with colour photographs throughout. Well written text covering Housing, Diet, Management and Diseases.
Species
Palm Cockatoo, Yellow-tailed Black Cockatoo, White-tailed Black Cockatoo, Red-tailed Black Cockatoo, Glossy Black Cockatoo, Gang Gang Cockatoo, Galah, Sulphur-crested Cockatoo, Major Mitchells Cockatoo, Short-billed Corella, Western Long-billed Corella, Eastern Long-billed Corella, Cockatiel.
Additional Recommended Titles:
A Guide to Australian White Cockatoos
Video - Land of Parrots Series Part 2 - Black Cockatoos
Video - Land of Parrots Series Part 3 - White Cockatoos
Back Issues of Australian Birdkeeper Magazine - on application.
Australian Grass Parrakeets - the Psephotus and Northiella Genera
Video - Land of Parrots Series Part 7 - Grass Parrots
Back Issues of Australian Birdkeeper Magazine - on application.
Australian Grass Parrakeets - the Psephotus and Northiella Genera
Authors: Stan Sindel and James Gill
206 pages
$55.00 plus P&H
Overseas $50.00 plus P&H
ISBN: 0958772754
This hardcover book covers the housing, diet, management, diseases and mutations of the Psephotus and Northiella genera.
Species
Red-rumped Parrakeet, Mulga Parrakeet, Paradise Parrakeet, Golden-shouldered Parrakeet, Hooded Parrakeet, Blue Bonnet Parrakeet, Naretha Blue Bonnet Parrakeet.
Additional Recommended Titles
Australian Grass Parrakeets - the Neophema
Video - Land of Parrots Series Part 7 - Grass Parrots
Back Issues of Australian Birdkeeper Magazine - on application.
Author: Dorothy Reading
144 pages
$35.00 plus P&H
Overseas $31.82 plus P&H
ISBN: 067090273X
This hard bound title is a standard reference for Australian poultry keepers.
The author is an experienced poultry farmer who has written this book with detailed descriptions of the various breeds of fowl, ducks, turkey and geese that can be bred in a domestic or farm environment. It contains no nonsense, clear and practical information about Housing, Care, Feeding and Flock Management, Breeding, Hatching and Showing Poultry, Eggs and Meat Production, Handling Produce, Dealing with Broody Hens and Flighty Birds and Problems such as Cannibalism and Disease Control.
A state-by-state directory lists government departments and independent organisations that can assist the poultry keeper. An invaluable source of information for all keepers whether they are interested in a few daily eggs for the family or production for profit.
The black and white photography and line drawings are quite good and plentiful.
Contents
The Domestic Fowl, Which Breed to Keep, What to Buy, Housing, Space and Equipment, Feeding Your Poultry, Breeding, Care and Flock Management, Possible Problems, Dealing with Produce, Importation, Glossary, Who Can Help?
Australian Broad-tailed Parrots - The Platycercus and Barnardius Genera
Authors: Stan Sindel and James Gill
336 pages
$77.00 plus P&H
Overseas $70.00 plus P&H
ISBN: 0958772762
This hard bound publication is a field and avicultural study of these two genera of parrots. All Rosella and Australian Ring-necked Parrot species, subspecies, nestlings and the majority of mutations are depicted in the 82 colour plates. Each species is discussed at length in individual chapters dealing with field observations, avicultural techniques, breeding procedures, subspecies, racial variations and the known mutations.
The general chapters on Housing, Management, Diet and Diseases, provide detailed information on the maintenance of this group in aviculture.
Additional Recommended Titles
A Guide to Rosellas
Video - Land of Parrot Series Part 6 - Rosellas
Back Issues of Australian Birdkeeper Magazine - on application.
Author: Alanna Moore
154 pages
$39.95 plus P&H
Overseas $36.32 plus P&H
ISBN 0958559015
Alanna Moore is well-known in the poultry fraternity and the permaculture community through her articles in Australasian Poultry magazine and the Permaculture International Journal.
This book covers everything the backyard farmer needs to know about poultry husbandry, including breed selection, feeding, housing, breeding, egg production and health. The author has focussed on herbal and homeopathic methods of treating poultry injuries and illnesses as well as explaining how to feed poultry on natural products, as opposed to commercial pellets.
A selection of both black and white and colour photographs and illustrations are found throughout the book, including breed photographs.
Chapter 8, Poultry and Permaculture, is particularly interesting, covering the integration of poultry into a permaculture system.
An excellent resource reference that is both entertaining and informative, Backyard Poultry - Naturally will appeal to amateur and avid poultry farmers alike.
Authors: Rosemary Hutton
144 pages
$43.95 plus P&H
Overseas $39.95 plus P&H
ISBN: 0958772738
This hard bound book covers aviary studies of Wrens, Robins, Chats and Dotterels. Although not the definitive work on Softbills, the authors observations and writings represent a superb resource for the aviculturist wishing to venture into the keeping of insectivorous birds.
Additional Recommended Titles:
Back Issues of Australian Birdkeeper Magazine - on application.
