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The Large Macaws: Their Care, Breeding, and Conservation [Hardcover]

Joanne Abramson (Author), Jorgen B. Thomsen (Editor), Marsha Mello (Illustrator), Brian L. Speer (Author)

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Hardcover: 552 pages
Publisher: Raintree Publications (April 1, 1996)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0963596403
ISBN-13: 978-0963596406
Product Dimensions: 12.1 x 9.1 x 1.5 inches
Shipping Weight: 6.4 pounds

Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (11 customer reviews)

Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,713,762 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Everyone who owns a large macaw should have this book., March 1, 1998

N. Hopkins "NedHopkins" (Stockton, CA USA) - See all my reviews
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"The Large Macaws" is a behavioral and management, nutritional, and health-care guide -- as well as a history and an encyclopedia of well-and little-known facts about the biggest of all parrots (with occasional references to the mini-macaws). The book is lavishly illustrated; replete with tables and charts; and fully documented. The authors are among the world's leading experts on hyacinth and other large macaws. Highly recommended.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Extremely Informative, August 12, 2001

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...after reading and seeing all the information that is given, it was well worth it. This book has 100 times more information than any of the other books on macaws. It was definately worth the price.

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5.0 out of 5 stars An outstanding book in every respect., May 19, 1998

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This is an outstanding book in every respect -- concept, execution, design, production. It is filled with practical, scientific, anecdotal, and photographic information, and will be of use to any breeder, hobbyist, or ornithologist. It is well worth its price, and one could only wish that all books were equally well-written and well-made.

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5.0 out of 5 stars An amazing book that is OUT OF PRINT!
This book was written by an amazing macaw breeder and her veterinarians. It is full of essential information for macaw enthusiasts and breeders alike. Read more

Published 4 months ago by Denise Reeve

5.0 out of 5 stars lots of knowledge information
I love this book it has beautiful pictures, lots of information on everything. I would recomend to to any bird owner...

Published on August 15, 2007 by Claire B. Landry

5.0 out of 5 stars Macaw Madness at its Best!
The book is an excellent resource for anyone who owns a macaw and provides valueable insight to those considering a macaw. Read more

Published on January 19, 2006 by Robert M. Sacha

5.0 out of 5 stars A Must Have Book
Although three people are listed as being the authors of this book, the impressive list of contributors as photographers, design, consultants, collaborators and acknowledgments... Read more

Published on December 23, 2005 by Mavis Metcalf

5.0 out of 5 stars Large Macaws
I found this book to be very informative regarding almost all aspects of owning and living with a macaw.

Published on October 8, 2005 by J. Riden

5.0 out of 5 stars Comprehensive
While Im sure that this book doesnt cover absolutely everything known to mankind about Macaws... Its fantastic! Read more

Published on July 31, 2001

3.0 out of 5 stars OK but lacking information in some areas.
I expected to find everything I need concerning macaws in this book. I am a beginning breeder and was particularly interested in mating and courting behaviors but was... Read more

Published on January 29, 2000

5.0 out of 5 stars One of the BEST, Informative books I have read.
This book is ideal for the beginner, a perfect reference for the professional, with points proven. It is easy to read and understand and the photographs are great. Read more

Published on August 27, 1997

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Virtually all large macaws have another species of macaw that is similar enough to cause confusion in identification. Read the first page

Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
papillomatous disease, mandibular patch, aviary concept, macaw population, avian viral serositis, inferior surface yellow, macaw reproduction, other large macaws, handfeeding formula, stunted birds, macaw species, breeding macaws, crop emptying time, adult macaws, macaw eggs, constricted toe syndrome, private aviculturists, young macaws, macaw conservation, closed aviary, breeding aviary, cloacal papillomas, macaw nests, macaw chicks, macaw family

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Scarlet Macaw, Costa Rica, Hyacinth Macaws, Lear's Macaw, Gold Macaw, United States, Spix's Macaw, Buffon's Macaw, Blue-throated Macaw, Folic Acid, Green-winged Macaws, Zinc Oxide, Raintree Macaws, Red-fronted Macaw, Military Macaw, New York, Choline Chloride, Glaucous Macaw, New Mexico, Copper Sulfate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Dicalcium Phosphate, Sodium Selenite, Carara Biological Reserve, Menadione Sodium Bisulfite

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