Vogels als huisdier

1. Simone , Durigon

I caicchi. Storia naturale, biologia e allevamento del genere Pionites

L'opera è frutto di un lavoro di oltre tre anni e dell'esperienza quindicinale di Simone Durigon con il genere Pionites. Progettato su una solida base scientifica legata alla letteratura di storia naturale e delle osservazioni sulle popolazioni selvatiche, il libro ha il pregio di alternare informazioni scientifiche a quelle di carattere divulgativo. A una prima parte dedicata alla storia naturale, senza dimenticare i riferimenti alla conservazione, ne segue una seconda riservata alla distinzione e alle peculiarità di ogni specie del genere. La terza ed ultima parte è infine dedicata alle tecniche, ai dati e alle visioni legate all'allevamento e alla gestione in ambiente controllato. Si rivela quindi un ottimo strumento, tanto di studio quanto di consultazione, per appassionati e allevatori che dedicano quotidianamente del tempo a questi pappagalli. A impreziosire ulteriormente il libro è la sezione storiografica, redatta da Francesco Saverio Dalba, che soddisfa la curiosità intellettuale del lettore più esigente e raffinato. Il risultato ottenuto è un manuale completo, ricco di dettagli, foto, grafici e informazioni, ma al tempo stesso pratico ed efficace nella sua concretezza. Das Urheberrecht an bibliographischen und produktbeschreibenden Daten und an den bereitgestellten Bildern liegt bei Informazioni Editoriali, I.E. S.r.l., oder beim Herausgeber oder demjenigen, der die Genehmigung erteilt hat. Alle Rechte vorbehalten.

1. Enzo , Gatti
2. Marialuisa , Dal Cortivo
3. Monica , Sommacal

I coleotteri. Delle riserve naturali gestite dall'U.T.B. di Belluno

1. Pamela , Swadling

Plumes from Paradise

The natural resources of New Guinea and nearby islands have attracted outsiders for at least 5000 years: spices, aromatic woods and barks, resins, plumes, sea slugs, shells and pearls all brought traders from distant markets. Among the most sought-after was the bird of paradise. Their magnificent plumes bedecked the hats of fashion-conscious women in Europe and America, provided regalia for the Kings of Nepal, and decorated the headdresses of Janissaries of the Ottoman Empire.Plumes from Paradise tells the story of this interaction, and of the economic, political, social and cultural consequence for the island's inhabitants. It traces 400 years of economic and political history, culminating in the 'plume boom' of the early part of the 20th century, when an unprecedented number of outsiders flocked to the island's coasts and hinterlands.The story teems with the variety of people involved: New Guineans, Indonesians, Chinese, Europeans, hunters, traders, natural historians and their collectors, officials, missionaries, planters, miners, adventurers of every kind. In the wings were the conservationists, whose efforts brought the slaughter of the plume boom to an end and ushered in an era of comparative isolation for the island that lasted until World War II.

1. Norbert E. W. , Schramm

Compendium-Canaries, Volume 3

The third volume of the book series describes in a compact form 59 posture canary breeds from all over the world in words and pictures. The special body shapes or plumage of these canaries are an expression of the breeder's will and fascinate many bird lovers worldwide. In the general part of the book, the ethical responsibility and animal welfare in bird breeding is explained, the special anato-my and inheritance mechanisms are described and general hints for breeding are given. In the special part, 59 posture canaries are presented. The history and development of each breed plays a special role, as some were created almost 200 years ago, others in more recent times. The description of the standard characteristics and peculiarities in breeding complete the individual breed descriptions. This volume is rounded off with a list of all technical terms used in the three volumes of this compendium.

1. Norbert E. W. , Schramm

Compendium-Canaries, Volume 2

The second volume of the book series describes in a compact form the colour canaries and the fascinating breeding of carduelid hybrids.The author gives an overview of the history of genetics and the mechanisms of plumage colouration. The latest scientific findings are included.All currently bred and internationally recognised varieties of colour canaries are described in words and pictures. New are the colour descriptions according to the RAL colour system.Furthermore, there are valuable hints on breeding hybrids between canaries and other carduelids or between different carduelid species. Many mating is discussed and presented with pictures.These topics are rounded off with the necessary hints for participation in exhibitions and bird evaluations. In the appendix you will find a whole series of tables for the most diverse mating between individual canary colours.

1. Ricardo , Sanchez

American Breeder

This book covers the different classes of color canaries. It contains not only the standard for each class but also high quality photos of the different classes. A great guide for those wishing to breed and compete in bird shows. This book is essential for those that want to learn more, want to start breeding, or need examples and clarification on what the standard is for each kind.