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1	We'll Always Have Parrots more books like this by Donna Andrews Meg travels with her actor-fianc Michael to a fan convention for "Porfiria, Queen of the Jungle"--a cheesy cult TV show on which Michael has a minor role. But when the show's star is found murdered, the police have plenty of suspects. Martin's Press. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $4.02! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
2	The Alex Studies: Cognitive and Communicative Abilities of Grey Parrots more books like this by Irene M Pepperberg Can a parrot understand complex concepts and mean what is says? Since the early s, most studies on animal-human communication have focused on great apes and a few cetacean species. Birds were rarely used in similar studies on the grounds that they were merely talented mimics -that they were, after all, "birdbrains". Experiments performed primarily ... see all copies from $18.07! new only from $37.92! \| first editions
3	The Parrot's Lament: And Other Tales of Animals Intrigue, Intelligence, and Ingenuity more books like this by Eugene Linden Award-winning environmentalist and nature writer Eugene Linden offers a compelling case as he documents true stories from the next great frontier: the exploration of animal consciousness. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $20.95! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
4	Guide to a Well-Behaved Parrot more books like this by Mattie Sue Athan This expanded new edition of a popular parrot-training book explains parrot psychology and discusses the ways in which parrot owners can apply it to solve behaviour problems. The author cites the most common problems, such as screaming, biting, and feather-chewing, and tells how to remedy them. She also stresses the need for periodic reinforcement ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.29! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
5	The Wild Parrots of Telegraph Hill: A Love Story . . .with Wings more books like this by Mark Bittner Mark Bittner took a job as housekeeper for an elderly woman in San Francisco, living rent-free in the little house next door. There he became friendly with a flock of wild parrots, feeding them and gaining their trust, until some of them even came inside to live. The experience not only gave him a new respect for the animal kingdom; it also ended ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $5.00! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
6	Harry's Mad more books like this by Dick King-Smith Harry isn't very pleased when he inherits a parrot from Great-Uncle George, but Maddison is no ordinary parrot. Not only can he talk, but you can have conversations with him and he and Harry quickly become great friends - but then Maddison is stolen. Will he and Harry ever be reunited? see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.20! \| first editions \| SVS
7	Parrot Training: A Guide to Taming and Gentling Your Avian Companion more books like this by Bonnie Munro Doane, M.S.N. Making the Most of a Good ThingSharing your home and life with a pet bird from the parrot family can be a joy that must be experienced to be appreciated. Whether your parrot pal is a lordly macaw, a tiny budgie or any of the beautiful Amazons, African greys, cockatoos or other beloved species in between, life can be beautiful when communication ... see all copies from $2.60! new only from $4.57! \| SVS
8	Why Do Pirates Love Parrots? more books like this by David Feldman, Kassie Schwan (Illustrator) Why do flags flap? Why isn't Greenland a continent? Why can't you buy grape ice cream? Using his down-to-earth, informative style, Feldman answers these and other mysterious questions of daily life. From history to natural sciences and all stops in between, Feldman answers questions submitted by his fans in a lively look at all of life's little ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| SVS
9	Parrots of the world more books like this by Forshaw A reference work on the world parrot species, written by an expert in the field. The text is illustrated m see all copies from $25.00! new only from $90.00! \| first editions
10	The parrotlet handbook more books like this by Matthew Vriends Barron''s Complete Pet Owners Manuals give basic care information that is easy to read and have full colour photos. Each individual manual has been written by a breeder, trainer, vet or animal specialist. This volume is devoted to parrotlets.' see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| SVS
11 view cover	The shoe bird. more books like this by Eudora Welty Amusing events occur when Arturo, the parrot who works in a shoe store, fits the other birds with new shoes. see all copies from $6.95! new only from $42.67! \| signed copies \| first editions
12 view cover	The Parrot Who Owns Me: The Story of a Relationship more books like this by Professor Joanna Burger A hilarious, poignant account of the man/beast relationship from a totally fresh angle. Much has been said about human relationships with cats and dogs, but how about the other top-ranking pet, the parrot? The Parrot Who Owns Me contains marvellous anecdotes of Joanna Burger's own and others' experiences. It discusses her long-term relationship ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $8.64! \| first editions
13 view cover	Of Parrots and People: The Sometimes Funny, Always Fascinating, and Often Catastrophic Collision of Two Intelligent Species more books like this by Mira Tweti Award-winning journalist and parrot expert Tweti explores the extraordinary world of parrots and the environmental calamity of the inhumane parrot trade. b&w photo insert. see all copies from $10.65! new only from $11.49! \| first editions \| SVS
14 view cover	Guide to the Well-Behaved Parrot more books like this by Mattie Sue Athan This handbook explains parrot psychology as a first step in every bird owners understanding and dealing of common behaviour problems. It also deals with the reinforcement of desirable behaviour and offers information on nutrition and companionship.' see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99!
15 view cover	Parrots for Dummies more books like this by Nikki Moustaki Parrots make a wonderful alternative to the traditional pet. They're as loving, intelligent, companionable, and entertaining as a cat or a dog but they surpass them by far in many other ways. They don't require walks around the block, they're perfect for apartment living, most have long life spans, and they're full of personality. Besides, when ... see all copies from $5.74! new only from $5.90! \| SVS
16 view cover	The Loop more books like this by Joe Coomer Lyman, a courtesy patrolman, spends his nights maintaining the loop of highway outside of Fort Worth where his parents were killed when he was a baby. When a ninety-year old parrot arrives at his trailer one morning announcing, "I'm an eagle, " and "That which hath wings shall tell the matter, " Lyman is convinced that heeding the bird's wisdom ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $14.99! \| signed copies \| first editions
17 view cover	Parrots and Related Birds more books like this by Henry Bates, Robert Busenbark see all copies from $1.99! new only from $23.98! \| signed copies \| first editions
18 view cover	The Pleasure of Their Company: An Owner's Guide to Parrot Training more books like this by Bonnie Munro Doane, M.S.N., Richard Cole (Illustrator) This wide-ranging work on training parrot-family birds in good manners and for trick behaviors is directed at enhancing the bird/owner relationship to its highest possible potential. The book s eight chapters include topics ranging from basic training needs to an explanation of parrot responses. Bonnie Munro Doane is a familiar writer and ... see all copies from $4.24! new only from $9.60! \| first editions \| SVS
19 view cover	Parrot's Theorem more books like this by D Guedj 'Superb...a beautiful book glorying in great adventures of the human mind...' Le Point When Mr Ruche, a reclusive Parisian bookseller, receives a letter from a long lost friend in the Amazon bequesting him a vast library of mathematical book, he is propelled into a great exploration of the story of maths, from brilliant Greek thinkers, such as ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $5.32! \| first editions \| SVS
20 view cover	Eclectus Parrots: Everything about Purchase, Care, Feeding, and Housing more books like this by Katy McElroy Native to Indonesia and New Guinea, these handsome birds require a high-fibre diet with lots of fruit and greens. Eight brand new Pet Owner's Manuals are available from Barron's in Spring 2002. Heavily illustrated and filled with reliable information, titles in this practical series show and tell pet owners how to care for dogs, cats, birds, fish, ... see all copies from $3.49! new only from $4.80! \| SVS
21 view cover	My Parrot, My Friend: An Owner's Guide to Parrot Behavior more books like this by Bonnie Munro Doane, M.S.N., Thomas Qualkinbush The invaluable guide for parrot owners -- especially those who are coping with bird behavior problems. Case studies and detailed techniques show us how to restore a ruptured relationship with a fickle, featured friend. The depth and scope of the book puts it in a class by itself on the subject of parrots. see all copies from $2.88! new only from $14.52! \| first editions \| SVS
22 view cover	The Parrot's Lament: And Other True Tales of Animal Intrigue, Intelligence, and Ingenuity more books like this by Eugene Linden In "The Parrot's Lament", noted environmentalist Eugene Linden offers more than 100 true anecdotes about animal acts of cooperation, heroism, escape--even tales of deception or manipulation of human beings. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $18.85! \| first editions \| SVS
23 view cover	Curious George Feeds the Animals more books like this by Margret Rey, H A Rey (Illustrator) When a cuddly koala takes an interest in George's snack at the zoo, George is happy to share. In fact, George is happy to share with ALL the animals! Following a trail of peanuts, the zookeepers soon catch up with George and discover this little monkey is good for more than just mischief. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| SVS
24 view cover	Terrific more books like this by Jon Agee (Illustrator) Curmudgeonly old Eugene, suited up in a no-nonsense brown ensemble, has won a trip to Bermuda that he's sure will only bring him the worst life has to offer. Filled with wry, cranky humor, this picture book follows Eugene down his pessimistic path until a shipwreck and a tenacious parrot companion give him a change of heart. With spare, ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $4.00! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
25 view cover	Guide to Companion Parrot Behavior more books like this by Mattie Sue Athan A companion parrot is to a bird lover what a favorite lapdog is to its owner -- a friend through thick and thin. This book offers a wealth of advice on such topics as choosing between a young parrot and an older bird, selecting and training a talking parrot, modifying some of a companion parrot's behavior traits and periodically reinforcing ... see all copies from $2.11! new only from $7.20! \| first editions \| SVS

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