How do C&AB writers house their birds? We find out in a 28-page “birdroom special” which crosses the sections from canaries through budgies to foreign birds and parrots. We also asked one writer what kind of set-up he’d go for if he could do anything he wanted. Good idea? You be the judge! We also tackle the tricky but fascination question of how birds see time. We know they do, because just occasionally their timing coincides with ours – but what are the different tasks of a bird’s “inner clock”? We meet the African penguin, which is always a pleasure, and learn about its lifestyle and prospects in the 21st century. And from the comfort of our armchair we accompany Budgie ace Ali Bouresli on part 2 of his round-Britain tour. An excellent selection of news and Club News stories in addition.

How do C&AB writers house their birds? We find out in a 28-page “birdroom special” which crosses the sections from canaries through budgies to foreign birds and parrots. We also asked one writer what kind of set-up he’d go for if he could do anything he wanted. Good idea? You be the judge! We also tackle the tricky but fascination quest....