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Urge caution...
...the author of this book was the just publisher's secretary...the publisher is Herb Axelrod and under cross-examination during litigation against him Ms. Barrie said whenever Axelrod assigned her to do a book she just went to the library for references and then spent a week writing each one...testifying under oath she couldn't even tell the plaintiff's lawyer what a conure was!!...Axelrod ultimately was sentenced to 18 months in prison for tax evasion and Ms. Barrie is now working as a dental hygienist...I'd be careful about taking advice from any of her books.

An Adequate Source for Information on Conures in General
This book was well written, provided pictures, and can generally educate the individual that is considering a conure as a pet.The information is broad, not nearly as focused on single companion bird situations as I wouldhave liked.But, still a good educational and informative source.

conures as a new pet
this book is great!! myself i have a gold caped conure she is the greatest pet on earth! she is my bestest friend in the world this book told me about how these birds are with other people and the owners gold caped conure wasthe best one shure enough it was right!!and she is priceless she is thegreatest im glad i chose her! thanks to this book i have her!! ... Read more

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Tico's Book gives a bird's eye view of life as a pet parrot. Although written for children, the book also appeals to adults who share the experience of having a pet bird. Tico's book is appropriate to be read aloud to younger children. Older readers will have little trouble with Tico's vocabulary. All events recalled in Tico's Book are true -- and not necessarily recommended for other pet birds. ... Read more

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Adventures of Tico the Invensible
What a gem of a children's book that educates and entertains children and adults alike. Tico's Book is a real life story of the selection, care, and adventures of a half moon conure parrot. Laugh at the though of finding lost Tico, for which his family has been frantically searching, cold but safe, taking a nap on top of a jar of jelly in the refrigerator. Just as your smile begins to fade, you learn Bill, who has been entrusted with Tico's care, is trying to revive Tico from an incident, before his wife arrives back home.The colorful illustrations by the author are delightful. Tico's book operates on so many different levels it is one of thoes special books that has universal appeal.

Pretty Parrot
Tico, an engaging pet parrot (half moon conure) narrates his story from Texas birthplace to new home near Baltimore, Maryland. Daily adventures (and some misadventures) with Tia Tica and Bill are described by Tico who likes to sit on their shoulders and concludes that he is a very lucky bird.
The lively text is enhanced by vibrant color pencil drawings on pastel pages. Informative and humorous, this delightful book will entertain both children and adults.

Tico is terrific
What an absolutely charming book for older elementary students to older adults!The illustrations absolutely bring this mischieveous little bird to life.What child could read this tale and not enjoy Tico's experiences, from spilling and breaking, to bathing and knowing how lucky he is. The reader will be just as lucky to enjoy an upbeat book that brings a smile , a giggle and sense of identification. ... Read more

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12" x 12" wall calendar ... Read more

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American Cage-Bird Jan/1989 Queen of Bavaria Conures; First Aid for birds, R. Clipsham DVM; Star Finches, Ian Harman; Breeding Frilled Canaries, M. McGee; PLUS, Photo essay on banding, trimming your bird's nails, breeding Moluccan Cockatoos,... ... Read more

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Each large format calendar features 16 months and 13 full color photographs with plenty of room to write special dates, birthdays and anniversaries on the calendar grid. Size: 12x12 ... Read more