Publisher's Synopsis
Birds, Their Cages And Their Keep: Being A Practical Manual Of Bird Keeping And Bird Rearing (1874) is a comprehensive guidebook written by K. A. Buist. The book is designed to provide practical information and advice on the proper care and management of birds in captivity. It covers a wide range of topics, including the selection and purchase of birds, the design and construction of cages and aviaries, feeding and nutrition, breeding and rearing, and the prevention and treatment of common diseases.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of bird keeping and rearing. The first chapter provides an overview of the different types of birds that are commonly kept in captivity, including canaries, finches, parrots, and other species. The second chapter discusses the selection and purchase of birds, including how to choose healthy birds and avoid common problems.The third chapter is devoted to the design and construction of cages and aviaries, with detailed instructions on how to build and maintain them. The fourth chapter covers feeding and nutrition, including the types of food that should be provided to different types of birds, as well as tips on how to ensure that birds receive a balanced and healthy diet.The fifth chapter focuses on breeding and rearing, with advice on how to encourage birds to breed, how to care for eggs and chicks, and how to raise young birds to maturity. The final chapter covers the prevention and treatment of common diseases, with information on how to recognize and treat illnesses and injuries that may affect captive birds.Overall, Birds, Their Cages And Their Keep: Being A Practical Manual Of Bird Keeping And Bird Rearing (1874) is an informative and practical guidebook that is essential reading for anyone who is interested in keeping birds in captivity. It is written in a clear and accessible style, with detailed illustrations and diagrams that make it easy to understand and follow.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.