Softbills: Care, Breeding and Conservation (Paperback)

by Martin Vince (Author)

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Product Description
Author Martin Vince offers an exhaustive volume about the biology and ecology of softbills -- small, flying birds that do not live on seeds, but on soft foods such as fruits, insects and meats. A practical and uniquely detailed book, it is based on the author's experience during twenty years of keeping and breeding a large range of softbills. The first section of text covers the basics from purchasing and housing to the particulars such as handling, banding and nutrition. The second section focuses on the different species, covering topics such as size, sexing, incubation and breeding. Because all of the birds described have been kept by the author, the information is especially relevant and helpful. This thoroughly modern, easy-to-use guide is sure to become the definitive source for softbill keepers.

About the Author
Martin Vince

Product Details

• Paperback: 278 pages
• Publisher: Hancock House Publishing (November 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0888393938
• ISBN-13: 978-0888393937
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.4 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,172,547 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A must have book for all aviculturist!, July 31, 1998

By	[e-mail] (Spruce Pine, Alabama) - See all my reviews

This book contains valuble information that can be applied to most all birds kept in captivity.The text is clear,easily digested, and should be on every birdkeepers shelf.In a time when we are smoothered with useless books of pictures and no text of any importance,this book shines as the cutting edge of understanding the birds that we keep.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The best book on caring for softbills that I've every read, November 18, 2002

By	Linda Jantzen (New Rochelle, NY United States) - See all my reviews

Absolutely the most important book on softbills that I've every read. Martin Vince's considerable and thorough knowledge of softbills is evident in easy to understand chapters that make caring for these unique types of birds far less difficult. He includes valuable information about the various species, including their individual dietary and habitat requirements. If you own softbills or are considering acquiring them, this book is the most important addition you can make to your library and is an absolute must have.