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Monthly Archives: September 2009
In this week’s issue (October 1)
Why clear and light mules are on everyone’s wishlist. We meet international budgerigar supremo Jo Mannes. We pay tribute to canary great Percy James. Gary Bralsford explains how he breeds the chestnut-backed thrush. World renowned ornithologist Robin Restall selects his … Continue reading
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Animals talk funny
One of my friends sent me these video clips the other day. I somehow managed to miss them when they were on the telly so thank goodness for tinternet. My friend promised me they would be hilarious so check them … Continue reading
Collect tokens for your chance to gain FREE show diplomas!
Here at Cage & Aviary Birds were pleased to announce that we have widened our FREE show diploma scheme and will now send the certificates to any bird show in the UK and Eire. To get your show diplomas you … Continue reading
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Malta hunt breached law
The European Court of Justice has declared that Malta breached European law by allowing spring hunting of turtle doves and quail from 2004-2007. BirdLife International and BirdLife Malta had submitted a complaint to the European Commission on Malta’s insistence on … Continue reading
Editor’s letter (September 24 issue)
Forgive me if this letter sounds a lot like last week’s, but this ongoing postal dispute is still having an impact on both the production and delivery of this paper. Here’s an example of how the industrial action is causing … Continue reading
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In this week’s issue (September 24)
The intriguing history of clearbody budgerigars — and how to breed them. Why we love motmots! Our vet Alan Jones spells out why you should not ignore biosecurity in the birdroom. Four essentially healthy foods for cockatiels. PLUS much more, … Continue reading
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When birds go bad
For those of you who quite like a bit of You've Been Framed, here's an avian version for your pleasure…at times funny and at times rather scary! It serves as a warning. Even the most beautiful birds will defened themselves … Continue reading
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Something for the weekend
If you fancy taking a peek inside the building where we produce your Cage & Aviary Birds every week, then you can do so this weekend. The Blue Fin building, at 110 Southwark Street, is open to the public this … Continue reading
Editor’s letter (September 17 issue)
Like many publications, Cage & Aviary Birds is reliant on the post – any disruptions or delay has implications for our copy deadlines. We’ve limped along this past month or so, greeting each day wondering if we’re going to receive … Continue reading
World’s smallest parrot caught on film
If you've read this week's issue (September 17) you will have seen our news story about the world's smallest parrot being caught on film for the first time. You can watch the footage via the BBC Earth News website.
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