PART 2: THE FINCHES OF AFRICA Running Time: Approx 58 minutes

Region: All
Price:
Australia $49.00 (inc. GST) plus P&H
Elsewhere $44.55 plus P&H

In the latest addition to the series, Birdkeeping the South African Way-Part Two: Finches of Africa, Eelco Meyjes has demonstrated his skill as both cameraman and producer.

The key to using the video or DVD is the unique ‘Birdkeepers’ Guide Reference-a legend located at the bottom left of each picture. For instance, the categories in the ‘Ant’ symbol signify the requirement for livefood: (1) No livefood required; (2) A little livefood required when breeding; (3) Livefood required on a daily basis; (4) Heavy concentrations of livefood required at all times. The symbol (U) signifies ‘unknown’ or information unavailable. There are symbols for availability in South African aviaries; compatibility; degree of difficulty in breeding; the quantity of livefood required; and housing requirements, including the sensitivity of species to climatic extremes. All families of African seed-eaters are covered. Each family is beautifully filmed in colour and features many species unknown in Australian aviculture.

All this, together with information on housing, diet and nesting, complete a nicely rounded package that will appeal to a wide range of finch enthusiasts, from beginners to experienced breeders. Highly recommended.