In this bumper issue to close the year, we celebrate foreign birds: that vast suite of exotic marvels that have captivated birdkeepers for centuries. We discover the recommended species for beginner, intermediate and advanced fanciers, discussing such beauties as the Pekin robin, violet-eared waxbill and glossy starlings. We meet the amazing crowned pigeons of New Guinea, take a tour of the wild West of Australia and learn about the colourful history of the Foreign Bird League. Professional keeper Chris Green names his top foreign species and we meet two totalling contrasting past masters of the foreign bird art. Also in our 40 packed pages, we find room for many regular features and include the first part of a moving tribute to the recently deceased Walter Jones: a legend of birdkeeping.

In this bumper issue to close the year, we celebrate foreign birds: that vast suite of exotic marvels that have captivated birdkeepers for centuries. We discover the recommended species for beginner, intermediate and advanced fanciers, discussing such beauties as the Pekin robin, violet-eared waxbill and glossy starlings. We meet the amazing cro....