“Nutters”: an affectionate nickname for that live-wire native softbill, the nuthatch. This week we have a “nutter” on the front cover and hear from a fancier who is breeding these wonderful softbills successfully – and enjoying top fun in their company. For canary fanciers, we have a slice of history: an account of how the first-ever pictorial model was put together for the English cinnamon canary. Now, cinnamon breeders can be more clear about what to aim for. We also hear from stalwarts on the Yorkshire and Lizard canary circuits, and there’s comment and advice from two top budgie experts. Good news, too, on the BS Club Show: it will stay in Doncaster next year! A taste of a superb new book on zebra finches and 10 starter tips on showing make this a very busy C&AB.

“Nutters”: an affectionate nickname for that live-wire native softbill, the nuthatch. This week we have a “nutter” on the front cover and hear from a fancier who is breeding these wonderful softbills successfully – and enjoying top fun in their company. For canary fanciers, we have a slice of history: an account of how the first-ever pictorial m....