Still widely misunderstood, companion parrots can be among the most rewarding birds to keep – if you understand how the world looks to them. Read our cover story to find out how a change of mindset can be a life-changer for you and your favourite bird. Also: lots of exhibition excitement, with a first-person reaction to the BS Club Show, an in-depth preview of an ambitious Midlands all-canary event, and a first taster of an exceedingly promising national show in Scotland. Rising zebra finch star Gareth Hughes is in the spotlight, we hear from legendary Aussie birdman Graeme Hyde, and there’s a bulletin from the ground-breaking captive bird haven Prigen in Indonesia. Canaries, too, plus how to plan for the things you can’t plan for!

Still widely misunderstood, companion parrots can be among the most rewarding birds to keep – if you understand how the world looks to them. Read our cover story to find out how a change of mindset can be a life-changer for you and your favourite bird. Also: lots of exhibition excitement, with a first-person reaction to the BS Club Show, an in-d....