Encyclopedia of Aviculture Author: Glen Holland
Hardcover, 832 pages
Price:
Australia: $150.00 plus $20.00 P&H
Overseas: $136.35 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
Bird–The Definitive Visual Guide Edited and published by: Dorling Kindersley Limited in association with BirdLife International and Audobon
Price:
Australia: $89.95 plus $18.00 P&H
Overseas: $81.77 plus P&H ISBN: 978 1 4053 0633 1
Hardcover with dust jacket, 512 pages.
The beauty and the drama of the avian world is depicted in the 3000 stunning colour photographs covering 1400 bird species in this huge catalogue.
The book is divided into three chapters: Introduction–an overview of the physiology and behaviour of birds including all aspects of anatomy, flight, food-type intake, through to migration and conservation. Bird behavioural habits explain feeding preferences, defence, courtship, breeding and parental care. Habitat–an overview of bird geography and 12 differing environmental habitats which influence diet, nesting and migration to name a few. Bird Species–includes 29 bird Orders and 204 Families, including owls, waterfowl, pigeons and doves, birds of prey, parrots, touracos, kingfishers, toucans and passerines to name a few.
Over 390 pages, each species profile includes a photograph, distribution map, and summarised data detailing size, migration status, habitat and habits. Breeding, clutch size, incubation and fledgling data are generally included. There is also a glossary and an index.
The photography and presentation are superb.
Details on 30 great birdwatching sites–including the Manú National Park in Peru, the Great Rift Valley in East Africa and our own Kakadu National Park in the Northern Territory–are essential reading for birdos.
An excellent book to pick up and browse through at your leisure if you haven’t the time to sit for days assimilating the wealth of endless information. Highly recommended–and a beautiful gift idea deserving of a place in any bird lover’s library.
The Field Guide to the Birds of Australia Author: Graham Pizzey and Frank Knight
Softcover. 508 pages.
Price:
Australia: $45.00 plus $17.00 P&H
Overseas: $40.91 plus P&H ISBN: 978 0207199356
This eighth, fully revised edition of The Field Guide to the Birds of Australia, is authored by the late Graham Pizzey, illustrated by Frank Knight and edited by Frank Menkhorst.
This edition presents 46 new speciesnow a total of 820 speciestogether with a new, visual quick-reference guide on the inside front cover.
Contents include Colours and Field Markings, Recognising Birds by Habits and Behaviour, Approaching Birds, Using Binoculars and Spotting Scopes, Observing a Birds Features, Bird Migration, Abbreviations, Classifying and Naming Australian Birds, Index of Scientific Names and Index of Common Names.
The species entries have been refined to include new up-to-date information gleaned since the last edition published in 2003. Each species entry is supported by a Distribution Map, Scientific Name, Size, Description of Male, Female and Immature, Voice, Habitat, Breeding and Nest and Egg details, Range and Status and more.
The 580-page indexed format is bound by a soft celloglazed cover.
This book is without a doubt the most definitive identification guide available on Australian birds.
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.
Price:
Australia: $60.00 plus $13.00 P&H
Overseas: $54.54 plus P&H ISBN: 978 0 9531337 58
Rosemary Low’s unique new book A Century of Parrots makes interesting reading for those wishing to gain an understanding of the history of parrots in the 20th century. This well-researched book covers three major areas–Aviculture and Trade, Conservation and Development.
In Part One, the chapters Aviculture: The Early Years; The World of Zoos; and The Big Collections focus on aviculture during the 20th century, each topic discussed under country headings worldwide. Chapters titled Ban the Trade; From Peanuts to Pellets; Pets and Parrot Paraphernalia; and Did Aviculture contribute to Conservation? complete Part One.
Part Two–Conservation discusses Decline and Conservation, Conservation Education and Captive Parrots Funding Conservation. Here Rosemary examines the work carried out on endangered species including the Puerto Rico Parrot, the Echo Parakeet and the Kakapo. A listing of globally threatened parrots is also provided. The issue of the exploitation, smuggling and illegal trade in parrot species is graphically reported in these chapters. Rosemary also reports on those species threatened through the loss of habitat worldwide and acknowledges the role that aviculture and captive parrot breeding programs play in conservation.
In Part Three a global (country by country) account documents Parrots as Pets and Introduced Populations. The chapter New Species in the 20th Century features recent species findings and the chapter Twentieth Century Extinctions outlines the sad decline of species such as the Glaucous Macaw, the Night Parrot, the Paradise Parrot and the Kakapo.
To support the text, Rosemary has gathered a fine collection of 280 primarily black and white images. It is doubtful that any other title would have such a comprehensive set of historical photographs.
A Century of Parrots is intriguing reading–the research and work in producing such a title to be commended. Any serious aviculturists will find this an insight into the history of bird keeping.
Limited copies are available through ABK Publications.
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
The Macmillan Visual Guide: Birds Author: Joanna Burger Pages: 304 Price:
Australia: $45.00 plus P&H
Overseas: $40.91 ISBN: 1405037199
For centuries, humans have admired birds for their spectacular plumage, beautiful song and dazzling territorial displays, as well as
envying their power of flight. This ability has enabled them to colonise most of the world, from tropical rainforests to arid desert regions
and the frigid wastes of Antarctica.
This book is a comprehensive guide to the fascinating world of birds. It traces the evolution of birds, and discusses the conservation status
of various species. The author, Joanna Burger, is a distinguished professor of biology at Rutgers University, where she has taught animal
behaviour, ecology and ecological risk for 30 years.
Colourful and captivating, this book combines educational information with spectacular photography to produce a detailed yet concise reference
to birds. A must for any wildlife enthusiast.
Good Bird - A Guide to Solving Behavioural Problems in Companion Parrots Author:Barbara Heidenreich Pages:81 Price:
Australia: $26.50 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.
Author: Mark Shephard
380 pages
$65.45 plus P&H
Overseas $59.50 plus P&H
ISBN: 1876334487
This hard cover title is the most ambitious and important book ever published on the subject. Written for all classes of aviculturists, this book is by far the most comprehensive, well researched and well produced aviary bird book yet published in Australia. Most importantly it is written with the specific aim of dealing with the problems that Australian aviculturists face. All aspects of bird keeping are covered and there is a complete species account of both Australian and foreign birds, including parrots, cockatoos, finches, softbills, quail, doves, pheasants and waterfowl. The book will appeal to aviculturists everywhere, particularly those with a keen interest in Australian parrots and finches.
Aviculture in Australia has been formally recognised for its literary excellence both nationally and at a state level. In March 1991, the author, Mark Shephard, received an Avicultural Federation of Australia Award for outstanding literary achievement at the Sixth National Avicultural Convention in Hobart. In February 1990 Mark was the recipient of an Eric Baxter Award from the Avicultural Society of South Australia.
Additional Recommended Titles
A Guide to series books
Handbook of Birds, Cages and Aviaries
Back Issues of Australian Birdkeeper Magazine - on application.
Budgerigars - All You Need to Know (Revised Edition)
Author: Michael Christian
95 pages
$17.95 plus P&H Overseas $16.32 plus P&H
ISBN: 0074713698
This soft cover book is laid out in ten chapters which cover all aspects on the management and breeding of Budgerigars, including the Crested and Texas Clearbody varieties. Included are 13 full colour pages and many mono line drawings, genetics and easy to follow data on the breeding and development of your own strain of champion show Budgerigars.
Additional Recommended Titles
Video - Budgerigar Breeding for Beginners
Back Issues of Australian Birdkeeper Magazine - on application.
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.
