Bird specialist and trainer Moustaki has written an ideal introductory pet guide about lovebirds with chapters on the history and characteristics of lovebirds, selection of a healthy, typical pet bird, housing and care, feeding, training, and health care.
The chapter A Look at Lovebird Species" gives readers a glimpse into all nine species. Although nine species exist—ranging from red faced to black collared lovebirds —only the peach-faced, black-masked, and Fischer's are widely available to pet owners.
The selection chapter offers potential owners excellent advice about the three main species of lovebirds and how to select the best one from those available commercially.
In the chapter on housing and care, the author discusses selection of the right cage, placement of the cage, and all the necessary accessories. A bird's diet is critical to its ongoing health, and the chapter devoted to feeding gives the reader all the info he or she needs about choosing a proper diet for the lovebird .
The final two chapters of the book will be useful for bird fanciers interested in learning more about the breeding and the basic color variations and genetics of this beautiful small parrot. The book concludes with an appendix of bird societies, a glossary of terms, and a complete index.
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October 1, 2006 -
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- ISBN: 9781937049300
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