Flight Of The Budgerigar An Illustrated History
Education & Reference Science & Nature Australiana
Flight of the Budgerigar: An Illustrated History by Australian ornithologist Penny Olsen traces the remarkable story of the nation’s iconic pet parrot from wild outback flocks to beloved household companion. This 2021 paperback blends science, culture and vivid full-colour plates to show how a small grass parakeet coloured the Australian imagination.
Olsen’s engaging narrative charts the budgerigar’s journey through Aboriginal Dreaming tales, nineteenth-century naturalist expeditions, global aviculture booms and modern genetics labs. Each chapter pairs lively anecdotes with meticulously captioned photos, maps and artworks that make the reference ideal for birdwatchers, students or anyone curious about Australia’s wildlife heritage.
The book’s large-format design lets the illustrations breathe while quick-reference timelines and a comprehensive index turn browsing into learning. Young adults, hobby breeders and professional ecologists alike will appreciate how Olsen balances scholarly depth with accessible storytelling.
This gently used copy arrives from a smoke-free home in very good condition, pages crisp and binding tight—ready to perch on your shelf or gift to a parrot-loving friend.
Refer to our eBay listing for a full condition report and many more high-quality pictures of this item.
Buy Now