Budgerigar by Sarah Harris and Don Baker Book Review

One of Australia's greatest exports is a little green yellow-faced parrot, but it is so much more than its "budget pet" status would have you believe.
There is a multitude of entertaining factoids to learn about this feathered friend, with captivating stories about their wild counterparts swarming in their millions, to individual stories of cute budgies taught to say "down with Hitler!"
The history of the budgie is a colourful trip that takes place in many parts of the world, with plenty of interesting people playing a role in the development and popularity of this pet. As with any retrospective, there are moments of sadness and some grotesque images.
A few controversies are presented in the end, and are ripe for discussion and debate with your budgie-loving friends.
This is a fantastic book! The authors clearly had a wonderful time compiling all their research. I have come away with even greater respect for this strong bird.
4 stars