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The Ultimate Encyclopedia Of Caged And Aviary Birds: Practical Family Reference Guide To Keeping Pet Birds, With Expert Advice On Buying, Understanding, Breeding And Exhibiting Birds Paperback – June 7, 2014

by David Alderton (Author)
4.6 out of 5 stars 82 ratings
A reference manual for bird-keepers of all levels, with a visual directory of over 250 of the world's most popular varieties, and a practical guide to all aspects of bird care, housing choices, constructing an aviary, buying birds, breeding and much more.
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  1. Print length
    256 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Southwater
  4. Publication date
    June 7, 2014
  5. Dimensions
    9.07 x 0.72 x 11.7 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    184309164X
  7. ISBN-13
    978-1843091646
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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Southwater (June 7, 2014)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 256 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 184309164X
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1843091646
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.9 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 9.07 x 0.72 x 11.7 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.6 out of 5 stars 82 ratings

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David Alderton

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David Alderton, MA (Cantab.) grew up in a home surrounded by pets and originally trained to be a vet until an allergic dermatitis forced a change of career in his final year of study. Since then, David has used his experience, knowledge and passion for the subject to concentrate on writing about animals and the natural world.

David also broadcasts regularly on television and radio, and has recently set up the website www.petinfoclub.com while his blog can be found at www.davidalderton.com His books have currently sold some 6.5 million copies worldwide and are available in 30 languages. He has won various awards for his work, including the Maxwell Medallion from the Dog Writers' Association of America, and he is well-known as a columnist on various newspapers and magazines, as well as being the editor of "Practical Reptile Keeping" magazine.

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For Caged & Aviary Bird Books, Brit Writers Rule the Roost
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For Caged & Aviary Bird Books, Brit Writers Rule the Roost
I'm not sure why, but when it comes to books for pet birds, I find my favorite research books and magazines all are written and published either in Great Britain or Australia. In furthering my point, I have at least 15 books on keeping birds and love them all. My favorite three though: 1 - The Ultimate Encyclopedia of Caged and Aviary Birds 2 - The Complete Guide to Raising Pet Birds for Profit 3 - The Complete Pet Bird Owner's Handbook What makes UECAB my favorite? 1 - Great photography that is applicable to the issue being discussed (as opposed to great pics for their own sake) 2 - Ease of finding and reading (font style and size, plus layout) 3 - Simple, non-flamboyant, style of writing makes me forget this is an encyclopedia Printed in a larger format than most books, however, makes this book too large and unwieldy to read in bed or in the bathroom. It is, however, a nice 'coffee table book.' If learning how to make money from raising pet birds piques your interest, I highly recommend you read All three of the books listed above. If commercial bird keeping is not of interest though, I urge readers to buy a copy of The Ultimate Encyclopedia of Caged and Aviary Birds plus the latest edition of The Complete Pet Bird Owner's Handbook (see my review elsewhere on Amazon). By all means, though, if you can buy only one book, get This book written by David Alderton.
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  • Traci
    5.0 out of 5 stars Worth buying
    Reviewed in the United States on May 10, 2017
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    Very informative.Good pictures.This book has good up to date information and beautiful pictures are a bonus.I liked everything this author had to say,his advice on care and husbandry was very sound and helpful if you desire to better your birds lives.
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  • Cajun mb
    5.0 out of 5 stars Ok book
    Reviewed in the United States on June 11, 2015
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    A good book that gives u a small window of all hookbill parrots. Wish it was more I depth on each bird.
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  • John W Goforth
    4.0 out of 5 stars Nice book
    Reviewed in the United States on February 8, 2016
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    Very nicely done book, but many common birds are left out, such as the nanday conure and the military macaw. Still, it is informative.
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  • Genesis F.
    5.0 out of 5 stars Good info
    Reviewed in the United States on April 18, 2019
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    Great book
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  • fillt
    5.0 out of 5 stars Very use guide to pet birds
    Reviewed in the United States on February 20, 2018
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    Excellent volume on pet birds, colorful and well wrtten
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  • Ericaw
    3.0 out of 5 stars It was ok.
    Reviewed in the United States on April 26, 2018
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    Good array of different species represented along with how to keep them outside, but lacking in the 'pet' dept.
    2 people found this helpful
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  • paula kelly
    5.0 out of 5 stars great
    Reviewed in the United States on January 8, 2014
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    my husband really enjoyed this book, and would definitely recommend it. so go have a good read if you are into birds.
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  • Michael
    5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
    Reviewed in the United States on March 11, 2017
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    Great book for the bird enthusiast.
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  • Henchman Hotrods
    5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
    Reviewed in Canada on May 4, 2015
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    nice book lost of info
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  • sandiep
    5.0 out of 5 stars Book purchase
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 9, 2012
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    I bought this book for my husband, and he just loves it. We have an Aviary, and it is nice to see what other sorts of birds we could have in the future. Very informative on how to house, breed & feed our Aviary birds. Would be brilliant for someone new to Aviary life. Many thanks.
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  • D. Stevenson
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great seller
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 6, 2014
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    Excellent book as described and delivered promptly
    Very good book great pictures and easy to understand tips and asvice
    Great thanks
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  • ElanaAtkinson
    4.0 out of 5 stars Although the book is not in the greatest shape, it is none the less a beautiful ...
    Reviewed in Canada on January 24, 2017
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    Although the book is not in the greatest shape, it is none the less a beautiful book. It could include more detailed information per species, but the beautiful pictures right along side the species write ups are are definitely a bonus.
    The first few chapters do contain great information about getting your birds, bird care, feeding, housing, health issues, and aviaries.

    I would recommend this book especially for beginers, but also for all bird lovers.
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  • Kristen Sumner
    3.0 out of 5 stars Definitely worth a buy for Finch lovers!
    Reviewed in Canada on October 25, 2014
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    This book is beautiful for finches and softbills, but if you're looking for information on cages birds, this isn't the one for you. Beautiful pictures and a great size, but it also told me to keep a Senegal and macaw in an aviary! Definitely would recommend it for any bird enthusiast however.
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