The Zebra Finch: An Owner's Guide to a Happy Healthy Pet (Hardcover)

~ Matthew Vriends (Author) "Zebra Finches belong to the subfamily Estrildinae of the family Estrildidae..." (more)
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Product Description

Zebra finches are very close to wild birds in their behaviors, and the natural history and behavior of these birds is discussed in detail. Zebra finches mate for life and do not do well living alone, so most often they are purchased in pairs. The book takes this into consideration right from the start, and all care and handling information is offered for two or more birds. This includes detailed information on breeding, which is extremely popular with owners of exotic finches. Proper housing, routine care, and in-depth information on nutrition and feeding are included. Possible health problems are also covered.

A Resource section provides information on birds clubs, books and magazines and useful Internet sites.

About the Author

Matthw Vriends, Ph.D., is a renowned biologist and aviculturalist. He is the author of many books on a variety of avian topics, including breeding, health and natural history.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 128 pages
• Publisher: Howell Book House; 1 edition (July 28, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0876055250
• ISBN-13: 978-0876055250
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.5 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #157,476 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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19 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A Must-Have for Any Zebra Finch Beginner!, April 13, 1999

By A Customer

This book is extrememly helpful, with great insight into the basics of Zebra care. I purchased most books available on Zebra finches, and this one by far stood out on top. I would strongly recommend any beginner purchase this book.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A good finch book, April 19, 2008

By	Michelle M. Ress "safoocat" (Felton, CA., USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

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We got this book to help us with our finches and it's a good book with nice illustrations too. It's not real technical but it is adequate for a first book on finches and as it turned out the only book we needed.

0 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars The Zebra Finch : An Owner's Guide to a Happy Healthy Pet, March 21, 2003

By	Peggy Hill (Tulsa, Ok United States) - See all my reviews

Excellent book in great condition ordered on Thursday recieved it the following Monday.