In this week's issue (April 2)

Pauline James outlines the 10 commandments for colony breeding lovebirds.

In our monthly hot debate we look at the issue of whether canaries should be closed-ringed.

We meet Joe Nevin, a top budgerigar breeder from Ireland.

Rosemary Low tells us about the troubled Carnaby's black cockatoo from Australia.

Hawk Eye has a pop at the bird organisations that he believes have lost sight of the 'bigger picture'.

Fife champion Terry Kelly explains how to pair up your Fife canaries.

We have a free* gift for every reader: 10 packets of salad and vegetable seeds, valued at £19.30 (*you simply pay £1.99 postage)

PLUS: Don't forget to enter our draw to win one of 5 beautiful bird books, valued at £35 each.

ON SALE APRIL 2.