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A pet bird can be lots of fun. But before you run to the pet store, you need to know what birds eat and what to do if your bird gets sick. Find out all of the basics of owning a bird. ... Read more

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starlings with style
The used copy of this out-of-print handbook arrived in lovely vintage condition. Discovering it's pale pink embossed linen cover and stylized mynah graphic in seventies jewel tones was startling. You CAN judge THIS book by its cover. And you CAN count on an authoritative treatment in Rosemary Low titles, so it shouldn't have been a surprise that the illustrations, fonts and page designs would be a case of substance with style. This one is certain to be a permanent part of my avian library.

starlings with style
The used copy of this out-of-print handbook arrived in lovely vintage condition. Discovering it's pale pink embossed linen cover and stylized mynah graphic in seventies jewel tones was startling. You CAN judge THIS book by its cover. And you CAN count on an authoritative treatment in Rosemary Low titles, so it shouldn't have been a surprise that the illustrations, fonts and page designs would be a case of substance with style. This one is certain to be a permanent part of my avian library.

starlings with style
The used copy of this out-of-print handbook arrived in lovely vintage condition. Discovering it's pale pink embossed linen cover and stylized mynah graphic in seventies jewel tones was startling. You CAN judge THIS book by its cover. And you CAN count on an authoritative treatment in Rosemary Low titles, so it shouldn't have been a surprise that the illustrations, fonts and page designs would be a case of substance with style. This one is certain to be a permanent part of my avian library. ... Read more

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Learn how to prepare your birds' cage, and playing with your birds, indoors and in an aviary. Find out what to feed your birds, and when, and how to keep your birds happy and healthy. Birds is one of an exciting series of pet care books designed to help young animal owners learn about and care for their pets. Illustrated on every page with full-color photography, Birds is packed with practical information on every aspect of bird care. Published in association with the ASPCA, this series will engage and inform readers ages seven and up. ... Read more

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A very good book.
This book is basic and concise, perfect for the beginner interested in keeping birds. Despite thatit features only budgerigars, it shows the basic steps in keeping these lovely and beautiful birds and these steps can be applied to other kinds of birds, like canaries. Although the book ismeant for 9-12 years old, I feel that it is also good for adults new to thehobby. Overall, I rate this book 5 stars. I am even considering buyingothers books in this series.

Information on JUST Budgies
By the cover you expect the book to be about ALL kinds of birds, but this book is mainly about Budgies.I only recommend this book for peolpe who have Budgerigars or who are interested in purchasing one.If you are goingto buy another type of bird, than some of the information may apply, butnot much.If you aren't getting a budgie than don't waste your time.Ifyou are than this book may be helpful

Outstanding book for beginners
This book explains the basics about caring for budgies (parakeets) from picking your bird to setting up the cage and caring for the bird. ... Read more

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PET BIRD CARE
THIS BOOK IS WRITTEN BY A VERY CARING ANIMAL DOCTOR. YOU WILL FIND A GREAT QUANTITY OF INFORMATION IN A SIMPLE, EASY TO UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW LAYOUT.INFORMATION ON NUTRITION, CARE OF BEAK AND NAILS, FACTS AND CARE OF EYE AND EAR, FACTS AND CARE OF FEATHERS,SIGNS OF DANGER, AND MORE IS INCLUDES. FROM SHOWING SKETCHES OF SOFT PERCHES AND PRESSURE POINTS TO AVOID ON HARD PERCHES, DR. LAFEBER DEMONSTRATES HIS KNOWLEDGE AND LOVE FOR BIRDS. THERE ARE A GOOD NUMBER OF SKETCHES AND INFORMATION TO HELP DIAGNOS IF YOUR BIRD IS SICK ENOUGH TO TAKE TO THE VET, AND WHAT COULD BE WRONG. ... Read more

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Describes some of the kinds of birds that make good pets and provides information on how to feed, house, care for, and train them. ... Read more

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Pet birds covers such topics as choosing the right pet bird for you, choosing a bird breeder, selecting a cage, choosing toys, feeding and grooming your bird, teaching your bird to talk, stopping birds from biting and caring for sick birds.African Greys, Conures, Senegal Parrots, Cockatiels, Cockatoos, Lovebirds, Parakeets, Parrots and Macaws are just some of the bird species discussed.
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Wondering what to feed your fish or how to poultice your pony? This book contains detailed information on feeding, housing, breeding, and detecting and treating ailments for nine different species. Color photos throughout help identify health concerns like feather loss, cat flu, and skin allergies. Diseases are alphabetized by breed for easy reference. ... Read more

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Written by an expert on wild birds, Attracting and Feeding Backyard Birds serves as a regional identification guide to over 50 of the most common feeder birds of North America. It also includes discussion of subjects like species characteristics, feeding and feeders, birdhouses, attracting wild birds, and discouraging pest species.

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Backyard Birds
Great book, I use it often and recommend it to anyone wanting to know what kind of bird they see.

I enjoyed this book!
I really enjoyed reading this book.

The author, Carol Frischmann has a great way of dividing the birds by habits or activities, which makes it easy to find the bird by watching what it is doing such as clinging to a tree or mostly on the ground.

For each of the 50 birds listed, she lists birds that it might be confused with due to similarities and indicates the differences that will help you identify the bird you are watching.She has also included pictures of these birds and lets the readers know where in North America that these birds can be found.

The author gives ideas on making your yard bird friendly and how to attract the species of birds you are interested in.

This is a great book for someone just starting out in birdwatching or birdfeeding that can get the whole family involved. ... Read more

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complete and detailed pet bird medical & care information
I own many books on pet bird medical care, and this one is by far the most complete and detailed.

Chapters:Pet Bird Misconception, How to Choose a Healthy Bird, Veterinary Exam, Parrot Nutrition, Basic Pet Bird Care, How to Detect Illness in your Pet Bird, Emergency Care & Poison Prevention for Pet Birds, Parrot Beak Disorders, Feather Picking, Introduction to Infectious Diseases, Zoonotic Diseases, Psittacosis (Parrot Fever), Psittacine Beak & Feather Disease, Polyoma Virus, Proventriculus Dilation Syndrome, Pacheco's Disease (Avian Herpers Virus), Fungal Infections, Pet Bird Parasites, Sarcosporidiosis, Parrot Pediatrics, Pediatric Disorders, and Aviary Management (Basic & Advanced).

How to Care for You Pet Bird:Practical Advice by Dr. Murph
The book is great.Dr. Joel Murphy and his wife are my birds' vet.I have learned a great deal about the needs of my birds and how to deal with their personalities as well.It has taught me much about the care of my "babies" and I have used it numerous times for specific situations regarding my birds.Any one who truly cares about their pet birds should own a copy of this wonderful source of information.

The Most Complete and Educational Book On Pet Birds
This is the most educational book I have ever read on the care and breeding of psittacine birds (parakeets, cockatiels, macaws etc.). I have heard Dr. Murphy many times in lectures and have always been impressed, but this book gives a pet bird owner so much practical advice in such a easy to read format .. it would take 100 hours of lectures to cover. If you have a pet bird or an experienced bird person ie. breeder, pet store owner or hobbyist this is a must have. ... Read more