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ZEBRA FINCHES BREEDING GUIDE

“Zebra finches – breeding guide” is a unique book for every lover of zebra finches will find something for themselves.
It is dedicated to both experienced breeders and beginner enthusiasts of small exotics.

2025

Price for Book: 75 euro

Shipping cost (in EU) : 15 euro

Shipping cost (outside EU) : 20 euro

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Patrycja Kamińska

IBAN: PL73109015060000000141714894

SWIFT:WBKPPLPP Santander Bank

Title: Zebra finch book

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A unique source of knowledge, based on knowledge and many years of experience breeders, judges, literature, scientific publications that will allow every reader learn about the breeding of Australian zebra finches, their origins, history, behavior, disease, nutrition, physiology, genetics of mutations and creating combinations of mutations. It contains many tips, descriptions and comparisons regarding recognition zebra finches in mutations and combinations. Step by step how to prepare for breeding and how to start your adventure with bird exhibitions, how to prepare for them, what to pay attention while selecting birds and what characterizes the exhibition type of zebra finches.
The book contains over 400 pages, with many color photos
birds from over 50 different breeders from around the world, great photographers such as Bart Houben and Stefan Verhoeven.
Many original drawings and illustrations presenting the appearance of mutation combinations.
At the very end, the reader will have the opportunity to learn about the methods and experiments breeding of over 30 breeders from different parts of the world, carried out in the form interviews, along with photos of birds and breeding rooms.
I would like to thank everyone actively involved in the ongoing work on the book, in particular:
– Piotr Lubik
– Jan Pastor
– Michael Sesterhenn
– Gj Huisman
…and of course to all breeders who decided to share their experiences and photos:
Brent Humphries, Peter Harrison, Dave Brown Birds, Gaspar Brogueira, Daniel Tušla, Tomáš Strachota, Otakar Buldra, Marc Piels, Ludger Terbrack, Huub Janssen, François Janssens, Koen Dumarey, Vogelvriend Frans Bultink, Ismael Moriana Romero, Carlo Muraro, Espi Vidal, Petr Hráček, Damian Pieczka, Krzysiek Szymański, Krzysztof Matiaszewski, Dariusz Ślesicki, Mehmet Pi delioğlu, Mariusz Czernik, Jan Kikkert, Kevin Colaris, Ebrahim Yaqoob Yousif, Carlos Santos – Mandarins, Paulo Baião, Vitor Miranda.
Topics that will be covered in this book:

– Origin of zebra finches
– Structure and differentiation of sexes
– Comparison of Timor and Australian zebra finches
– The first zebras in Europe
– Zebra clubs found in Europe
– Characteristic features of the Australian zebra finch
– Behaviorism (aggression, breeding season, etc.)
– Pigments found in plumage
– The influence of mutations on changes in plumage
– Reproductive system and development cycle of embryo and young birds
– Basic information on breeding zebra finches
– Nutrition (extensive description)
– Starting breeding – step by step
– Equipment and preparation of the aviary
– Administration during breeding – data management
– Problems during breeding
– Participation in exhibitions
– Bird selection
– Exhibition type – detailed description
– Diseases and health problems of zebra finches
– Introduction to genetics
– Zebra finch mutations (detailed description and what to pay attention to when selecting birds)
– Genetic crosses of all mutations
– Mutation combinations (genetic crosses of the most popular zebra finch combinations)
– Mutation history of Australian zebra finches (chronology)
– Combination recognition
– Names of zebra finches mutations in different languages
– How to recognize birds being splits for mutations
– Other mutations and combinations tips

Customer Reviews

5/5

“Big thanks to Patrycja Kamińska for the beautiful book about zebra finches! ❤️📖
I am honored that my photos could be part of this project and that I had the opportunity to share my experience in an interview (which is supposedly the longest of all 😇) The book is full of valuable information, amazing photos and inspiration for all lovers of these amazing birds.
If you’re interested in zebra finches, I definitely recommend getting this book! Thanks again for doing such a great job! 🙌.”

Tomáš Strachota

5/5

“E agora chegou a minha vez.
Contente por ter contribuído para este projeto, será no momento o livro com mais informação sobre mandarins, atualizado, disponível no Mundo.
Felicidades e um agradecimento especial à Patrycja Kamińska pelo enorme trabalho e paciência que teve..”

Carlos Santos

5/5

“It is with great satisfaction that I express my gratitude to Patrycja Kamińska for the opportunity to contribute to her latest work on the breeding of Zebra Finches. Without a doubt, this publication will serve as a key reference for all breeders, bringing together up-to-date and detailed information on this fascinating species.
It is an honour to see Mandarins Brogueira mentioned in this work, which will certainly establish itself as an important compilation on the state of the art in Zebra Finch breeding. The sharing of knowledge is essential for the advancement of competitive ornithology, and this book will undoubtedly be a valuable resource for both current and future breeders.
I congratulate the author on the rigour and dedication with which she has approached this subject, and I am grateful for the inclusion of my perspective in such a significant project..”

Gaspar Brogueira

5/5

“A book about a zebra has never been published like this before. Everything is there! I think that everyone who keeps these birds should have this book.. I’m glad that the author reached out to me while writing. I am very grateful to have been able to stand together with the last known and successful breeders. I am honored gentlemen.
I bow before Patrycja. Great job!”

Otakar Buldra

5/5

“The book looks great and with lot of content. Will be great to learn more about breeding zebra finches”

Alexandre Camacho

GOULDIAN FINCHES - FEATHER PIGMENTATION AND GENETICS

Information about pigments, structural colors, feather structure and the exact location of the pigments responsible for the appearance of  gouldian finches, as well as many tips and comparisons of birds in various mutations.

2024

Price for Book: 50 euro

Shipping cost (in EU) : 15 euro

Shipping cost (outside EU) : 20 euro

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Patrycja Kamińska

IBAN: PL73109015060000000141714894

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Title: Zebra finch book

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The first book (here in Poland) of its kind in which you can find a detailed description of all the currently known color mutations of gouldian finches, along with an excellent guide on how to combine birds with specific mutations to obtain their combinations.
 
The genetics of these birds does not have to be difficult! With the help of this book, it will be easier for you to understand the secrets of combining gouldian finches so that you can obtain the most interesting color varieties for you.
 
Information about pigments, structural colors, feather structure and the exact location of the pigments responsible for the appearance of  gouldian finches, as well as many tips and comparisons of birds in various mutations.
The book contains 250 pages where you can find many beautiful photos of birds from the most popular breeders from around the world, as well as over 140 original drawings used for genetic crosses.
 
The book is dedicated to experienced breeders and beginner  enthusiasts of gouldian finches!

GOULDIAN FINCHES AND ZEBRA FINCHES BOOK

Price for two books: 125 euro

Shipping cost (in EU) : 15 euro

Shipping cost (outside EU) : 20 euro

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Bank transfer details:

Patrycja Kamińska

IBAN: PL73109015060000000141714894

SWIFT:WBKPPLPP Santander Bank

Title: Zebra finch book

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