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Author : Harry Doven
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780980807004
Total Pages : 140 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (7 download)
Download or read book Zebra Finches in Australia written by Harry Doven and published by . This book was released on 2010 with total page 140 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Mark Shephard OAM
Publisher : CSIRO PUBLISHING
ISBN 13 : 0643107886
Total Pages : 335 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (431 download)
Download or read book Grassfinches in Australia written by Mark Shephard OAM and published by CSIRO PUBLISHING. This book was released on 2012-08-09 with total page 335 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It is not surprising that Australian grassfinches are highly popular with ornithologists and aviculturists, for included among the species are one of the most beautiful of all birds – the Gouldian Finch Erythrura gouldiae – and one of the most familiar cagebirds – the Zebra Finch Taeniopygia guttata. Despite a scarcity in published works on finches, interest in the species is growing, leading to a dramatic advancement in our knowledge of many species. For example, we have gained new information from field observations carried out on little-known species, including the Blue-faced Parrot-Finch Erythrura trichroa and the Red-eared Firetail Stagonopleura oculata. Significant advances in taxonomic research, largely as a consequence of the development and refinement of biochemical analyses, often involving DNA-DNA hybridisation, have given us a new insight into relationships among species, with some unexpected alliances being determined. Additionally, dramatic changes have taken place in avicultural practices, and in virtually all countries aviculture has taken on a new professional approach, with the most notable results being increased productivity and success with a wider variety of species. After a lapse of almost half a century since publication of Klaus Immelmann’s eminent work on finches, based on extensive field studies, the time has come for a new examination of Australian grassfinches. In Grassfinches in Australia, Joseph Forshaw, Mark Shephard and Anthony Pridham have summarised our present knowledge of each species, and have given readers a visual appreciation of the birds in their natural habitats and in aviculture. The resulting combination of superb artwork and scientifically accurate text ensures that this volume will become the standard reference work on Australian grassfinches. In addition to enabling aviculturists to know more about these finches in the wild as a guide to their own husbandry techniques, detailed information on current management practices for all species in captivity is provided. The book also includes colour plates depicting some of the more common mutations held in Australian and overseas collections.
Author : Mervin F Rogers
Publisher : TFH Publications
ISBN 13 : 9780866227629
Total Pages : 100 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (276 download)
Download or read book Zebra Finches written by Mervin F Rogers and published by TFH Publications. This book was released on 1988 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A complete guide to zebra finches, including behavior, colors, life cycle, nutrition, water and bathing, and housing and illness.
Author : colin roberts
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780957798724
Total Pages : 440 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (987 download)
Download or read book Finches of Australia written by colin roberts and published by . This book was released on 2018-10-15 with total page 440 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bird photography book featuring all Australian finch species and subspecies
Author : Richard A. Zann
Publisher : Oxford University Press on Demand
ISBN 13 : 9780198540793
Total Pages : 335 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (47 download)
Download or read book The Zebra Finch written by Richard A. Zann and published by Oxford University Press on Demand. This book was released on 1996 with total page 335 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Australian Zebra Finch is widely used by researchers and teachers in many scientific disciplines where it is the preferred subject for investigations ranging from anatomy and physiology to behavioural development and evolutionary ecology. This monograph is the first to synthesize the information on this colourful species that has accumulated during the past thirty years. It summarizes and integrates much of the laboratory work and places it in the context of the biology of the animals in the wild, with an emphasis on behaviour and ecology. This leads to a detailed understanding of Zebra Finch adaptations and life history that will further enhance the value of the species for researchers and students in behaviour, ecology, and other fields. Aviculturists who keep these attractive birds will also find much of interest in this book.
Author : Joseph Michael Forshaw
Publisher : CSIRO PUBLISHING
ISBN 13 : 0643096345
Total Pages : 335 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (43 download)
Download or read book Grassfinches in Australia written by Joseph Michael Forshaw and published by CSIRO PUBLISHING. This book was released on 2012 with total page 335 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An up-to-date, fully illustrated monograph on all Australian species of grassfinches.
Author : Hans J. Martin
Publisher : B.E.S. Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9780764110405
Total Pages : 80 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (14 download)
Download or read book Zebra Finches written by Hans J. Martin and published by B.E.S. Publishing. This book was released on 2000 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Information and advice to help you take good care of your Zebra Finch."--Back cover.
Author : Russell Kingston
Publisher : Guide to S
ISBN 13 : 9780958710220
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (12 download)
Download or read book Australian Grassfinches written by Russell Kingston and published by Guide to S. This book was released on 1997 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The popularity of Australian Grassfinches worldwide is largely due to the hardiness of these tiny, gregarious and colourful birds. The 18 members of the Grassfinch family Estrildae recognised in Australia are featured in detail.
Author : Mark E. Hauber
Publisher : University of Chicago Press
ISBN 13 : 022605781X
Total Pages : 657 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (26 download)
Download or read book The Book of Eggs written by Mark E. Hauber and published by University of Chicago Press. This book was released on 2014-08-01 with total page 657 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the brilliantly green and glossy eggs of the Elegant Crested Tinamou—said to be among the most beautiful in the world—to the small brown eggs of the house sparrow that makes its nest in a lamppost and the uniformly brown or white chickens’ eggs found by the dozen in any corner grocery, birds’ eggs have inspired countless biologists, ecologists, and ornithologists, as well as artists, from John James Audubon to the contemporary photographer Rosamond Purcell. For scientists, these vibrant vessels are the source of an array of interesting topics, from the factors responsible for egg coloration to the curious practice of “brood parasitism,” in which the eggs of cuckoos mimic those of other bird species in order to be cunningly concealed among the clutches of unsuspecting foster parents. The Book of Eggs introduces readers to eggs from six hundred species—some endangered or extinct—from around the world and housed mostly at Chicago’s Field Museum of Natural History. Organized by habitat and taxonomy, the entries include newly commissioned photographs that reproduce each egg in full color and at actual size, as well as distribution maps and drawings and descriptions of the birds and their nests where the eggs are kept warm. Birds’ eggs are some of the most colorful and variable natural products in the wild, and each entry is also accompanied by a brief description that includes evolutionary explanations for the wide variety of colors and patterns, from camouflage designed to protect against predation, to thermoregulatory adaptations, to adjustments for the circumstances of a particular habitat or season. Throughout the book are fascinating facts to pique the curiosity of binocular-toting birdwatchers and budding amateurs alike. Female mallards, for instance, invest more energy to produce larger eggs when faced with the genetic windfall of an attractive mate. Some seabirds, like the cliff-dwelling guillemot, have adapted to produce long, pointed eggs, whose uneven weight distribution prevents them from rolling off rocky ledges into the sea. A visually stunning and scientifically engaging guide to six hundred of the most intriguing eggs, from the pea-sized progeny of the smallest of hummingbirds to the eggs of the largest living bird, the ostrich, which can weigh up to five pounds, The Book of Eggs offers readers a rare, up-close look at these remarkable forms of animal life.
Author : Jesse Wilson
Publisher : Independently Published
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (669 download)
Download or read book Zebra Finch Care Handbook written by Jesse Wilson and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2023-11-08 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The term "Zebra Finch" refers to a small, colorful Australian avian species. Here are several important characteristics and facts about Zebra Finches: - The Zebra Finch is called Taeniopygia guttata by its scientific name. - Zebra Finches are petite birds, measuring approximately 10 to 11 centimeters (3.9 to 4.3 inches) in length. They are distinguished by the zebra-like pattern of black and white stripes on their torso and throat. There are minor differences in coloration between males and females, with males typically having more vivid and vivid markings. - Native to Australia, these finches inhabit a variety of habitats, including grasslands, forests, and urban areas. They are capable of surviving in a variety of environments. - Zebra Finches are recognized for their social disposition. Due to their engaging and interactive behavior, they are frequently maintained as pets. Males produce melodious chirps and melodies, for which they are renowned. - Diet: In the wild, Zebra Finches consume primarily grass seeds, but they are opportunistic feeders and will consume a diversity of other foods when available. - Breeding: Zebra Finches are prolific reproducers. Typically, they construct their nests in tree branches or other protected locations. Both the male and female take shifts incubating the eggs and feeding the chicks that hatch from them. - Domestication: Due to their small stature, attractive appearance, and engaging personalities, Zebra Finches are commonly kept as pets. They can be maintained in small cages or aviaries and are relatively simple to care for. - Zebra Finches have been used in scientific research as model organisms, particularly in the disciplines of genetics and neurobiology. Scientists have gained a deeper understanding of vocal learning and social behavior as a result. The term "Zebra Finch" refers to a small bird species with distinctive black-and-white striped markings, native to Australia, and frequently maintained as a pet due to its sociable nature and singing abilities.
Author : Michael J. Ryan
Publisher : Princeton University Press
ISBN 13 : 0691191395
Total Pages : 212 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (911 download)
Download or read book A Taste for the Beautiful written by Michael J. Ryan and published by Princeton University Press. This book was released on 2019-06-25 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "In A Taste for the Beautiful, Michael Ryan, one of the world's leading authorities on animal behavior, tells the remarkable story of how he and other scientists have taken up where Darwin left off, transforming our understanding of sexual selection and shedding new light on animal and human behavior. Drawing on cutting-edge science, Ryan explores the key questions: Why do animals perceive certain traits as beautiful and others not? Do animals have an inherent sexual aesthetic and, if so, where is it rooted? Ryan argues that the answers lie in the brain--particularly of females, who act as biological puppeteers, spurring the development of beautiful traits in males."--Back cover
Author : Klaus Immelmann
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 272 pages
Book Rating : 4.E/5 ( download)
Download or read book Australian Finches in Bush and Aviary written by Klaus Immelmann and published by . This book was released on 1982 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Kristine Coleman
Publisher : CRC Press
ISBN 13 : 0429671296
Total Pages : 1088 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (296 download)
Download or read book Behavioral Biology of Laboratory Animals written by Kristine Coleman and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2021-08-11 with total page 1088 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: CHOICE Highly Recommended title, 2022! This 30-chapter volume informs students and professionals about the behavioral biology of animals commonly housed in laboratory and other captive settings. Each species evolved under specific environmental conditions, resulting in unique behavioral patterns, many of which are maintained in captivity even after generations of breeding. Understanding natural behavior is therefore a critical part of modern animal care practices. The descriptions, data, guidance, resources, and recommendations in this book will help the reader understand their animals better, refine the care and treatment that they receive, and improve the well-being, welfare, and wellness of their animals. The book is divided into three sections, all focusing on aspects of the behavioral biology of animals found in laboratories and related research settings. After five introductory chapters, 25 chapters are dedicated to specific taxonomic groups (including mice, zebrafish, zebra finches, reptiles, macaques) while a concluding section of ethograms provides a centralized resource for those interested in understanding, and potentially quantifying, animal behavior. The Behavioral Biology of Laboratory Animals will provide anyone working in maintenance, care, and/or research programs that involve laboratory animals with information about the way the animals live in the wild, and the way that they should live in captive research settings. Many of the guidelines and recommendations will also be valuable to those managing and working with animals in other environments, including zoological parks, aquaria, and sanctuaries.
Author : Rod Fischer
Publisher : TFH Publications
ISBN 13 : 9780793820092
Total Pages : 68 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (2 download)
Download or read book Guide to Owning a Zebra Finch written by Rod Fischer and published by TFH Publications. This book was released on 1997 with total page 68 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This exciting and beautifully photographed Zebra Finch book contains valuable and authoritative information in a sensible and easy-to-read style.
Author : Matthew Vriends
Publisher : *Howell Book House
ISBN 13 : 9780876055250
Total Pages : 132 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (552 download)
Download or read book The Zebra Finch written by Matthew Vriends and published by *Howell Book House. This book was released on 1997-07-28 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Zebra finches are very close to wild birds in their behaviors, and the natural history and behavior of these birds is discussed in detail. Zebra finches mate for life and do not do well living alone, so most often they are purchased in pairs. The book takes this into consideration right from the start, and all care and handling information is offered for two or more birds. This includes detailed information on breeding, which is extremely popular with owners of exotic finches. Proper housing, routine care, and in-depth information on nutrition and feeding are included. Possible health problems are also covered. A Resource section provides information on birds clubs, books and magazines and useful Internet sites.
Author : Libby Robin
Publisher : CSIRO PUBLISHING
ISBN 13 : 0643102094
Total Pages : 544 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (431 download)
Download or read book Desert Channels written by Libby Robin and published by CSIRO PUBLISHING. This book was released on 2011-05-05 with total page 544 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Desert Channels is a book that combines art, science and history to explore the ‘impulse to conserve’ in the distinctive Desert Channels country of south-western Queensland. The region is the source of Australia’s major inland-flowing desert rivers. Some of Australia’s most interesting new conservation initiatives are in this region, including partnerships between private landholders, non-government conservation organisations that buy and manage land (including Bush Heritage Australia and the Australian Wildlife Conservancy) and community-based natural resource management groups such as Desert Channels Queensland. Conservation biology in this place has a distinguished scientific history, and includes two decades of ecological work by scientific editor Chris Dickman. Chris is one of Australia’s leading terrestrial ecologists and mammalogists. He is an outstanding writer and is passionate about communicating the scientific basis for concern about biodiversity in this region to the broadest possible audience. Libby Robin, historian and award-winning writer, has co-ordinated the writings of the 46 contributors whose voices collectively portray the Desert Channels in all its facets. The emphasis of the book is on partnerships that conserve landscapes and communities together. Short textboxes add local and technical commentary where relevant. Art and science combine with history and local knowledge to richly inform the writing and visual understanding of the country. Conservation here is portrayed in four dimensions: place, landscape, biodiversity and livelihood. These four parts each carry four chapters. The ‘4x4’ structure was conceived by acclaimed artist, Mandy Martin, who has produced suites of artworks over three seasons in this format with commentaries, which make the interludes between parts. Martin’s work offers an aesthetic framework of place, which shapes how we see the region. Desert Channels explores the impulse to protect the varied biodiversity of the region, and its Aboriginal, pastoral and prehistoric heritage, including some of Australia’s most important dinosaur sites. The work of Alice Duncan-Kemp, the region’s most significant literary figure, is highlighted. Even the sounds of the landscape are not forgotten: the book's webpage has an audio interview by Alaskan radio journalist Richard Nelson talking to ecologist Steve Morton at Ocean Bore in the Simpson Desert country. The twitter of zebra finches accompanies the interview. Conservation can be accomplished in various ways and Desert Channels combines many distinguished voices. The impulse to conserve is shared by local landholders, conservation enthusiasts (from the community and from national and international organisations), Indigenous owners, professional biologists, artists and historians.
Author : Russell James Kingston
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780958561228
Total Pages : 528 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (612 download)
Download or read book The Finch written by Russell James Kingston and published by . This book was released on 2010 with total page 528 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
