HOW A BRAVE, CHATTY AND COLOURFUL LITTLE AUSSIE BIRD STOLE THE WORLD’S HEART

Sarah Harris & Don Baker Allen & Unwin

Native to Australia, the budgerigar is lovable, beautiful and full of personality. This book is a compilation of information, historical facts and stories about how our delightful, very clever budgie became the world’s most popular pet bird and companion to a wide variety of people. Masters of mimicry, these birds can sing, dance and yawn. They can even grasp simple grammar, count to six, and display an impressive memory. There’s much more to discover about budgies and their popularity in this entertaining read.