A Guide to Pigeons, Doves and Quail

A world first in aviculture, this title covers all species in this group available to the Australian aviculturist. Stunning colour photography throughout is supported by precise, easy-to-read information on the care, management, health and breeding of these unique birds.

CONTENTS
Housing
Feeding Methods and Nutrition
Catching
Handling and Transporting
Reproductive Manipulation Techniques
Choosing your Stock
Making the most of your Avian Veterinarian
Common Diseases and Disorders
Administration of Medication

SPECIES
Pigeons
Wompoo Pigeon
Torres Strait Pigeon
Topknot Pigeon
White-headed Pigeon
Wonga Pigeon
Green-winged Pigeon
Brown Pigeon
Common Bronzewing
Brush Bronzewing
Crested Pigeon
Flock Pigeon
Squatter Pigeon
Partridge Pigeon
Spinifex Pigeon
Bleeding Heart Pigeon
Nicobar Pigeon
Victoria Crowned Pigeon
Rock Pigeon
Doves
Rose-crowned Fruit-Dove
Purple-crowned Fruit-Dove
Diamond Dove
Peaceful Dove
Bar-shouldered Dove
Barbary Dove
Spotted Turtledove
Senegal Dove
Ruddy Turtledove
Masked Dove
Talpacoti Dove
New Guinea Ground Dove
Quail
Brown
King
Stubble
Japanese
Bobwhite
Californian
Little Button
Painted Button
Black-breasted Button
Red-chested Button
Red-backed Button