A resource for identifying the 350 species of parrots in the wild, including cockatoos, parakeets, lovebirds, and Budgerigar. Includes 88 color plates illustrating each species and most identifiable subspecies, referenced to and from the corresponding text and range map. Discusses the ecology, details of appearance emphasizing distinguishing features, vocalizations, life cycle characteristics, geographical variations, and the conservation status of those species that are threatened or endangered. Does not include an identification key. Indexed only by common and scientific names of species and subspecies. Published in conjunction with the American Bird Conservancy. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.