PREFACE. ONCE the first edition of this little work appeared, many foreign birds have been introduced into England, which were scarcely known in this country, except perhaps to Orni- thological Societies or scientific collectors all that haye become well known in the bird- rooms or cages of amateurs, have been noticed in the present edition, which has been revised throughout, and considerably enlarged and due mention has been made of the important dis- coveries of Dr. Karl Russ, (more…)

This book is for both amateur bird owners and professional breeders. It offers instructions on maintaining a bird nursery, keeping it heated and sanitary, and tending the chicks. Differing feed formulas are given for different species, including parrots, doves, finches, soft-billed birds, pheasants, and others. Advice pertains to correcting problems often suffered by baby birds, from dehydration and discolored feathers to viral, bacterial, and fungal infections.

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