Swan Keeper's Handbook: A Guide to the Care of Captive Swans

Geoffrey R. Gardner

ISBN 10: 1575241994 / ISBN 13: 9781575241999

Published by Krieger Pub. Co, Malabar, Fla, 2003

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In excellent condition, No writing or highlighting, book is crisp and clean. inquire for photos or more details. 100% satisfaction guarantee. --- Written by Geoffrey R. Gardner and published by Krieger Publishing Company in 2003, this hardcover volume offers practical guidance for individuals managing swans outside of veterinary settings. It covers the background of swan keeping along with topics including diet, reproduction, mate selection, the construction of holding pens prior to release onto ponds or lakes, defense against predators, and the development and upkeep of suitable habitats. Additional sections discuss the characteristics of various swan species, making the work a useful reference for aviculturists, estate managers, and waterfowl enthusiasts caring for these birds in captive environments.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Swan Keeper's Handbook: A Guide to the Care of Captive Swans
• Publisher: Krieger Pub. Co, Malabar, Fla
• Publication Date: 2003
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1575241994
• ISBN 13: 9781575241999
• Binding: Hardback
• Condition: Fine
• Dust Jacket Condition: Fine
• Dimensions: 14W x 14H x 4D inches 14 inches width by 14 inches height by 4 inches depth
• Weight: 2.8 pounds

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Synopsis

Swan Keeper's Handbook: A Guide to the Care of Captive Swans serves as a guide to the care of swans by nonveterinary practitioners in captive settings such as hotels, motels, resorts, golf courses, zoos, wildlife rehabilitation centers, and private collection sites. The book addresses such practical information as history, feeding, breeding, pairing, preparation of temporary pens for introduction to ponds or lakes, predators, habitat development and maintenance, and the overall care of swans (including English Mute, Polish Mute, Black-Necked, Black, Trumpeter, and Mearl) with additional information on other swan species. Includes 259 color photographs.