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PYRRHURA PARAKEETS: the book that the birds deserve

S the most downright stimulating genus of small parrots? Granted, these long-tailed sprites are not the most exotic parakeets in terms of looks. Their hallmark scaly – you might say wrinkled – breast pattern may not instantly grab you as being attractive. In no way are they spectacular birds. Instead, their allure is both subtle and gentle. Weighing their credentials as companion birds, Rosemary Low offers a characteristically thorough list of their plus

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