Cage & Aviary Birds Magazine

15 January 2025

What larks… Everyone loves a skylark for its long, ecstatic song and magnificent ascent in display. But did you know that, centuries ago, everyone loved a skylark on their plate? In his fascinating species profile, Bill Naylor reveals the amazing size of the one-time lark industry (four-and-twenty blackbirds in a pie is nothing on this) and also relates the lark’s story in captivity (it has been much more popular than you might think.) Coming right up to date, we also learn some don’t-miss advice on winter management, take the positives from today’s show scene in the North-East, and learn why, these days, the top parrot experts consider training to be essential, not a fun extra, for their birds. Detailed articles on judging, Lizards, waterbirds and finch fertility problems make a strong supporting cast.