BAC17011 Australian Birdkeeper, South Tweed Heads: 2002. Octavo, laminated boards, 296 pp., over 700 colour photographs. BRAND NEW.<P> The inevitable result of keeping birds in captivity is colour mutation. Dr Terry Martin BVSc has taken five years to complete the most definitive book ever attempted on this important avicultural subject. The book draws on information from specialist parrot mutation breeders from all over the world and is lavishly illustrated with spectacular colour photographs. Presented in three parts, the author takes the reader through a clearly written introduction on the basic principals of mutations and colour genetics in the first two parts. Part one covers basic genetics, establishment of new mutations, primary mutations and naming mutations. Part two deals with combinations. Part three is more technical and intended for breeders who wish grapple with some of the more complex issues of genetics. Over 80 species of parrot are discussed with numerous examples of breeding outcomes to assist the breeder in understanding how various mutations can be bred and developed. The underlying objective of the book is the standardisation of colour mutations. ISBN: 9780957702479 $70.00AUD
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