Cage and Aviary Birds #6419 20th May 2026

This issue is filled with practical breeding knowledge and memorable encounters with remarkable birds. Learn why small and medium Australian parrots require different approaches, how pigeons choose nesting materials and what canary breeders can discover from egg testing. The monthly birdroom feature focuses on incubation, while the main wildlife article celebrates captivating choughs, the free-spirited relatives of the jackdaw. Readers can also discover an eighteenth-century bird-book classic, explore the possibilities of modelling an aviary with artificial intelligence and meet magnificent marabou storks. NCA and DEFRA developments, news, views and advice from experienced fanciers round out the edition.