Isbn: 9798264916021 - african grey parrots: a complete professional guide to african grey parrots covering biology, behavior, care, conservation, and responsible aviculture practices worldwide (11 resultados)

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Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. Discover the most intelligent and captivating parrot on Earth through this authoritative and comprehensive handbook on African Grey Parrots (Psittacus erithacus and Psittacus timneh). Renowned for their exceptional mimicry, deep emotional bonds, and cultural significance, African Greys have fascinated humans for centuries-yet they also face immense challenges in the wild and in captivity. This book brings together science, history, and practice to provide the ultimate resource for understanding, caring for, and conserving these extraordinary birds.Inside, you will explore: Taxonomy and Evolutionary History - A detailed look at how African Greys diverged, their biogeographic past, and their role within the parrot family.Geographic Distribution and Ecology - Insight into their native African habitats, ecological roles as seed dispersers, and flocking behaviors.Anatomy, Physiology, and Intelligence - Understanding their unique adaptations, from nut-cracking beaks to advanced neurobiology underpinning their cognition.Communication and Behavior - Studies of mimicry, contextual speech, and the complex social dynamics that make them unparalleled avian communicators.Captive Care and Husbandry - Professional guidance on housing, enrichment, nutrition, training, and veterinary medicine for long-term welfare.Breeding, Ethics, and Conservation - Critical reflections on captive breeding, CITES trade restrictions, IUCN status, and conservation initiatives across Africa.Challenges and Rewards of Ownership - An honest exploration of the financial, emotional, and time commitments of keeping an African Grey, balanced by the immense rewards of trust, companionship, and interspecies connection.Future Outlook - Advances in avian neuroscience, artificial intelligence in welfare monitoring, and climate change impacts shaping the future of African Greys.Drawing on scientific research, cultural history, real-world case studies, and the latest conservation initiatives, this book provides an integrated perspective on African Grey Parrots. It is written for aviculturists, veterinarians, conservationists, educators, and dedicated keepers who wish to combine practical care with ethical responsibility.More than a guide, this is a call to stewardship: to honor African Greys not only as pets or companions but as sentient beings whose survival depends on informed, compassionate, and responsible human action.If you seek to understand African Grey Parrots in all their complexity-from the forests of Africa to the aviaries of the world-this book will be your essential companion. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

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Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. Discover the most intelligent and captivating parrot on Earth through this authoritative and comprehensive handbook on African Grey Parrots (Psittacus erithacus and Psittacus timneh). Renowned for their exceptional mimicry, deep emotional bonds, and cultural significance, African Greys have fascinated humans for centuries-yet they also face immense challenges in the wild and in captivity. This book brings together science, history, and practice to provide the ultimate resource for understanding, caring for, and conserving these extraordinary birds.Inside, you will explore: Taxonomy and Evolutionary History - A detailed look at how African Greys diverged, their biogeographic past, and their role within the parrot family.Geographic Distribution and Ecology - Insight into their native African habitats, ecological roles as seed dispersers, and flocking behaviors.Anatomy, Physiology, and Intelligence - Understanding their unique adaptations, from nut-cracking beaks to advanced neurobiology underpinning their cognition.Communication and Behavior - Studies of mimicry, contextual speech, and the complex social dynamics that make them unparalleled avian communicators.Captive Care and Husbandry - Professional guidance on housing, enrichment, nutrition, training, and veterinary medicine for long-term welfare.Breeding, Ethics, and Conservation - Critical reflections on captive breeding, CITES trade restrictions, IUCN status, and conservation initiatives across Africa.Challenges and Rewards of Ownership - An honest exploration of the financial, emotional, and time commitments of keeping an African Grey, balanced by the immense rewards of trust, companionship, and interspecies connection.Future Outlook - Advances in avian neuroscience, artificial intelligence in welfare monitoring, and climate change impacts shaping the future of African Greys.Drawing on scientific research, cultural history, real-world case studies, and the latest conservation initiatives, this book provides an integrated perspective on African Grey Parrots. It is written for aviculturists, veterinarians, conservationists, educators, and dedicated keepers who wish to combine practical care with ethical responsibility.More than a guide, this is a call to stewardship: to honor African Greys not only as pets or companions but as sentient beings whose survival depends on informed, compassionate, and responsible human action.If you seek to understand African Grey Parrots in all their complexity-from the forests of Africa to the aviaries of the world-this book will be your essential companion. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…