Playing with the microscope

Is your finch sick or not well? Find out why.
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Myzomela
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Ahh...you are starting to see the light Iaos!

There are many amazing things to be seen down the scope!
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kimberley breeder
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If I wanted to do basic diagnostics on my finchy poo what are the recommended microscopes and reference/ID books? Living so remote I dont have access to a good bird vet unless its over the phone, checking poo for parasites etc...woudl really help I think!!
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Any university student level microscope will suffice - ebay is a good starting place. From a text perspective I'll give a gratuitous plug for my book "Under the Microscope" http://www.geckodan.com/index.php?page=bookshop?pg3
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Yes, Danny's book is a great starting point KB!
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Ah yes! I have heard of that book! Will look into it-Thanks!!
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