aviculture
nounUK /ˈeɪvɪˌkʌltʃə/
US /ˈeɪvɪˌkʌltʃər/
Aviculture is the practice of raising and caring for birds.
She learned about aviculture so she could take better care of her pet parrots.
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2. The science and art of breeding and managing birds in captivity.
The zoo's aviculture program helps protect endangered parrot species.
3. The business or hobby of keeping and raising birds, especially for show or sale.
His aviculture business supplies canaries to pet shops.
4. The study of the care and propagation of birds, often as part of conservation efforts.
Modern aviculture includes careful record-keeping of bloodlines.