Canaries : $b their care and management

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Canaries : $b their care and management

by Alexander Wetmore

EN·~1 hours·18 chapters

Chapters

18 total
1

CANARIES THEIR CARE AND MANAGEMENT

0:57
2

INTRODUCTION.

2:32
3

HISTORY.

2:54
4

VARIETIES.

5:22
5

CAGES.

4:32
6

CARE OF CAGES.

2:48
7

INDOOR AND OUTDOOR AVIARIES.

4:33
8

FOOD.

4:20
9

BATHING.

2:13
10

MOLT.

2:58

Description

Canaries have long enchanted bird‑keepers with their bright plumage and lively song, and they are surprisingly low‑maintenance companions. Their basic needs are simple—steady food, clean water, and a secure cage—yet the guide explains how to tailor those basics so the birds stay vibrant and content. Whether housed indoors or in a modest outdoor aviary, the book shows how to create an environment that lets their natural habits shine without demanding constant attention.

Drawing on decades of observation, the text walks readers through choosing the right cage, feeding a balanced diet, and spotting early signs of illness. It also covers seasonal molting, gentle hand‑rearing, and the basics of successful breeding, all while weaving in the fascinating history of how these island birds became household favorites. The result is a clear, practical resource that helps both newcomers and seasoned enthusiasts keep their canaries healthy, happy, and singing.

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Language

en

Duration

~1 hours (62K characters)

Series

Farmers' bulletin (United States. Department of Agriculture), no. 1327

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Original publisher

Washington, D.C.: U.S. Dept. of Agriculture, 1923.

Credits

Bob Taylor, Charlene Taylor and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)

Release date

2023-12-02

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

Subjects

About the author

Alexander Wetmore

Alexander Wetmore

1886–1978

A leading American ornithologist and avian paleontologist, he spent decades studying birds across the Americas and helped shape one of the world’s great research institutions. His work combined field science, museum scholarship, and public service in a remarkably long career.

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