Australian Breeders Market

Well, That title is a little misleading. But an article in the UK Telegraph has put to rest any thought that bird breeders don’t take their show birds seriously.

The article Budgie ‘assassinated by rival breeder’ states that 58 year old Michael Pooley returned home to find 2000 pounds worth of prize budgies stolen.

The attacker had also stamped on and killed Penmead Pride – his best of breed champion.

The killing happened the night before the Cornwall Budgerigar Show – where Penmead Pride was crowned champ last year.

Although we are poking a little fun at the antics, it is a serious issue, especially for Mr Pooley. I have witnessed a few heated exchanges over judging in the past, but I think this is the most serious breach I have heard of.

Have you witnessed competitive behaviour in the extreme?

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