Pekin Robins & Small Softbills: Management & Breeding

Peter Karsten

ISBN 10: 0888396066 / ISBN 13: 9780888396068

Published by Hancock House Publishers Ltd ,Canada, 2007

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Pekin Robins & Small Softbills: Management & Breeding
• Publisher: Hancock House Publishers Ltd ,Canada
• Publication Date: 2007
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0888396066
• ISBN 13: 9780888396068
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Condition: New
• Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket
• Seller catalogs:
  • Aviculture

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Synopsis

The book serves as an instruction manual for the novice pekin robin breeder in particular, as well as providing a wealth of information for softbill breeders in general. Richly detailed with over 250 original illustrations by the author.The most comprehensive and current book on its topic, this handbook provides both novice and experienced aviculturists with detailed information and techniques for managing and breeding pekin robins and other small softbill birds. The topics covered include: biology; housing; predator management; acquisition, quarantine and acclimation; breeding; hand-rearing; feeding; cultivating live food; health care; and conservation breeding. As well the book includes an extensive list of softbill species, complete with beautiful watercolor prints of the various birds described. The author's own precise drawings and photographs complement the descriptions and instructions within each section, enabling readers to better understand the procedures being outlined. In addition, the inclusion of case histories drawn from the author's own aviculture experiences provides interesting anecdotal information that takes the book away from being simply a "how-to" manual.