What's in the issue

The California condor is about the most unlikely cage bird you can imagine – yet it owes its existence to aviculture. We tell the amazing story of this massive raptor’s reappearance in the skies of the southern States. Meanwhile at ground level the canary show season’s booming and we have plenty for the canary fan: historical views of the Belgian, Irish and Gloster fancies, plus a fascinating account of army life for a keen Border breeder! We also spend time with the delightful Madagascar wagtail, check progress in two native hardbill birdrooms, and call in at a set-up on the North Downs of Kent. Oh, and we review the National Exhibition while it’s still within easy memory! Plus all the expected news and listings.