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A Guide to Grey Parrots as Pet and Aviary Birds (Hard Cover)
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Comprehensive information on the African and Timneh Grey Parrots in the Wild and as a breeding and companion bird makes this title a valuable reference for any owner of such an intelligent...
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Comprehensive information on the African and Timneh Grey Parrots in the Wild and as a breeding and companion bird makes this title a valuable reference for any owner of such an intelligent bird. Beautiful colour photos.
CONTENTS
History
In the Wild
Worldwide Trade
Subspecies and Physical Characteristics
Grey Parrots in Captivity
Accommodation for Breeding Pairs
Outdoor Aviaries
Indoor Breeding Cages
Security
Breeding of Grey Parrots
Colony Breeding
Selecting Breeding Pairs
Minimising Disease Risks
Diets
Nesting
Development
Feather Plucking of Young
Breeder Experiences
Handrearing of Grey Parrots
Environment
Chicks
Feeding
Temperatures
Development
Weight
Weaning
Socialisation
A Healthy Diet for the Grey Parrot
Seeds
Pellets
Fruits and Vegetables
Sprouts
Nuts
Grit and Vitamins and Minerals
African Grey Parrots as Companion Birds
Selection and Purchase
Preparing a Home for your New Pet
Enrichment and Mental Stimulation
Foraging and Toy
FlighT
Behaviour Training
General Care
Nail
Beak
Wing
Microchipping
Travelling
Pet Characteristics and Traits
Talking and Mimicry
Parrot Behaviour
Dominance
Punishment
Rewards
Common Behavioural Problems
Screaming
Feather Plucking
Disease and Disorders
Dietary Deficiencies
Disinfection
Psittacine Beak and Feather Disease
Poisons
Parasites
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