More than 250 species from the major bird groups are featured in this encyclopaedia of cage and aviary birds. Waxbills, weavers and whydahs, canaries and related finches, quails and pheasants, softbills, parakeets, cockatiels, cockatoos, lories and lorikeets, parrots, doves and pigeons are listed, directory-style, with breed boxes that give information on their plumage, natural distribution and size. Loved for their song and mimicry, aviary birds are popular right across the globe. Vibrant close-up photography shows off the sheer brightness of the birds, and the clear, concise text written by a leading expert should make this a useful directory for all bird-keepers.