Manual of Parrot Behavior

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Manual of Parrot Behavior offers a comprehensive look at the complex behaviours of parrots in both wild and domestic settings. The book delves into their cognitive abilities, social interactions, and communication skills, providing insights into their natural habits. It's a valuable resource for understanding these intelligent birds, catering to enthusiasts and professionals interested in avian science.
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Manual of Parrot Behavior appeals to avian enthusiasts, pet owners, and researchers keen on understanding parrot psychology, social behaviour, and care. With insights into their complex behaviours, it provides valuable guidance for fostering happy, healthy environments for these intelligent birds.

This authoritative reference, the first of its kind, is a necessary addition to the library of any practitioner or behaviorist who sees avain companion animals. Because of their beauty, intelligence, playfulness and ability in mimicry, parrots are the most widely kept companion birds.

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Manual of Parrot Behavior explores the complexities of psittacine behaviour, addressing both normal and abnormal behaviours found in birds kept in captivity. Psittacines, such as Macaws, Amazon Parrots, African Grey Parrots, Cockatiels, Budgerigars, and Cockatoos, are popular companions due to their intelligence, playfulness, and mimicry abilities.

In the wild, these birds are typically social creatures, living in groups. However, in captivity, many psittacines are kept alone in cages, which has its pros and cons. While caging can lead to tameness and enhanced mimicry skills, it also contributes to behavioural problems. These include biting, screeching, and self-mutilation.

It is estimated that over half of behavioural issues presented to avian clinicians are linked to these captive conditions. By bringing together international experts on avian behaviour, Andrew Leuscher provides valuable insights into diagnosing and treating these problems effectively.

This authoritative reference is an essential addition to the library of any practitioner working with avian companion animals, offering techniques for understanding and managing the behavioural challenges of caged psittacines.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780813827490

Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 26 July 2006

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Wiley-Blackwell

Contributors:

Edited by Andrew Luescher

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 22.0mm

Width: 185.0mm

Height: 262.0mm

Weight: 925g

Pages: 352

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About the Author

Andrew Luescher, DVM, PhD is Director of the Animal Behavior Clinic at Purdue University. He established the Animal Behavior Clinic in 1997 and is certified as an applied animal behaviorist by the Animal Behavior Society and is a diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Behaviorists. He has been treating companion animals with behavioral problems for more than 15 years