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Guide to the Senegal Parrot and Its Family | 
 enlarge | Authors: Mattie Sue Athan, Dianalee Deter
Brand: Barrons Books
Category: Book
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Rating:  22 reviews
Sales Rank: 97495
Media: Paperback
Pages: 96
Number Of Items: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.8
Dimensions (in): 7.7 x 6.5 x 0.5
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ISBN: 0764103326
Dewey Decimal Number: 636.6865
UPC: 027011003325
EAN: 9780764103322
ASIN: 0764103326
Publication Date: April 1, 1998
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Product Description
A relatively quiet parrot, the domestic African Senegal makes a good pet and companion for owners who might hesitate to keep noisier birds. Friendly and acrobatic, these bright green and yellow clowns must be socialized early and their domesticated behavior patterns must be regularly maintained in order that they stay tame. This book offers valuable clues to the Senegal's sensitive temperament and other specialized needs, and information about the bird's behavior, dietary needs, and appropriate indoor environment. Paperback / 96 Pages / 6-1/2" x 7-7/8" /
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 Great book for the new bird owner... March 22, 2003
Dianne Foster (USA)
22 out of 23 found this review helpful
GUIDE TO THE SENEGAL PARROT AND ITS FAMILY is the best book I've read so far on parrots. I am a new owner of a very sweet little Senegal who kisses me on the lips and I want him to stay sweet so I am absorbing everything I can on parrot behavior. I read this book from cover to cover before I brought "Baby" home, and have been consulting it ever since. Anyone contemplating purchasing a Senegal parrot or related bird such as Meyer's parrot, Red-bellied parrot, Brown-headed parrot, or Jardine's or Cape parrot might want to consult books written by the experts including this guide. The one thing you can be sure of according to these authors and the folks who sold me my Senegal is that although these little birds can be loving life-time companions (they live 30-40 years) they can also be turned into laughing vicious little devils with improper care. Between them, Mattie Sue Athan and Dianalee Deter have years of experience raising Senegal parrots and close relatives. They share their knowledge-gained though pain-and the pain of a parrot bite is no laughing matter. Having been bitten a time or two (not by Baby!!) I can testify that parrot beaks are deadly weapons. Athan and Deter stress that when a parrot bites he does so initially because he is hurt or frightened. Unfortunately, if he gets a comic response (his point of view not the point of view of the bitten) he may do it again and again. Somehow, the little guy gets a charge out of seeing a big human scream in pain. Nipping this behavior in the bud is important. Parrots also are destroyers. They love to take things apart in a non-gentle way. Even if you give them love and food and attention every day, you will still need to provide "toys" for their amusement. Why do they tear and break things apart? Athan and Deter say that you have to remember that in the wild parrots have to crack nuts, shred sugar cane, and generally decompose plant life to get at food. Birds in captivity have the same instincts as wild birds. Unless you come to understand the needs of the wild bird in your tame parrot, you may find yourself in a very difficult situation. Parrots are a lot of work and not for the timid. However, anyone who's ever been bitten by the bird "bug" will understand why parrot lovers don't mind.
 Good overview of this parrot August 18, 1999
13 out of 14 found this review helpful
This book provides a good overview of these parrots. There are not that many books about the Senegal and this one should provide the basic information necessary about these birds...PS- the book is a lot cheaper on Amazon then at a pet store, if you can even find it...It is worth it, especially, if this is your first parrot..
Great book dealing with the peculiarities of Poicephalus June 26, 1998
13 out of 13 found this review helpful
This is a great book for anyone with a Poicephalus parrot (Senegals, Jardines, Meyers, Cape Parrots, etc.). Most other bird behavior books focus on the larger species, and there are definitely some differences in how the smaller parrots are handled. Also, the book deals with some of the special characteristics of the Poicephalus -- their love of playing on their backs, for instance -- in recommending ways to play with and train your parrot. There are lots of wonderful pictures of cute birds in action as well.
Excellent for any poicephalus owner July 2, 1998
11 out of 11 found this review helpful
It is not always easy to find good, all purpose species specific information on these wonderful, charming, endearing acrobats. I was thrilled to find a full range of topics, including grooming, behavior and basic care and maintenance. A great all purpose book for every new poicephalus owner.
THE guide to the Senegal Parrot May 14, 2001
11 out of 12 found this review helpful
As the owner of two Senegal Parrots I can definetely say that this is THE book for anyone who owns one of these fiesty green fids!!It will give you good basic information. There are lots of other books out there on parrots but this is the one if you own a Senegal. Being a bird owner is a serious responsibility this book will help you determine if this bird is for you.
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