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9781119167754: Hand-Rearing Birds
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ISBN 10 : 1119167752 ISBN 13 : 9781119167754
Editeur : Wiley-Blackwell, 2020

Synopsis

This book presents a detailed guide to hand-rearing techniques for raising young birds, providing complete coverage of a wide variety of avian species and taxonomic groups for all avian care professionals. Chapters are written by expert rehabilitation, aviculture, and zoo professionals, and include useful references and bibliographies for further reading and research. Each chapter provides valuable information on appropriate intervention, housing, feeding, and care.

Hand-Rearing Birds, Second Edition presents 50 chapters, including 12 new chapters on species or groups of species not featured in the previous edition. It also features color photographs that help illustrate many concepts pertinent to birds. This important reference:

  • Offers a detailed guide to hand-rearing techniques including species-specific guides to caring for and raising young birds
  • Covers a wide variety of avian species and taxonomic groups
  • Discusses how to examine a chick to identify problems such as hypothermia, dehydration, injuries, and common diseases, and what to do
  • Combines information on the science and skill needed to successfully hand-rear birds
  • Presents full-color photographs throughout

Hand-Rearing Birds, Second Edition is an essential resource for avian rehabilitators, breeders, veterinarians, and zoo staff.

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À propos de l?auteur

The editors

Rebecca S. Duerr, DVM, MPVM, PhD, is Clinical Veterinarian and Research Director at International Bird Rescue in California, USA.

Laurie J. Gage, DVM, DACZM, is a zoo and wildlife veterinarian from northern California, USA.

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Éditeur
Wiley-Blackwell
Date d'édition
2020
Langue
anglais
ISBN 10 
1119167752
ISBN 13 
9781119167754
Reliure
Relié
Numéro d'édition
2
Nombre de pages
816
Éditeur
Duerr Rebecca S., Gage Laurie J.
Coordonnées du fabricant
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Personne responsable
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