A person who raises and breeds birds, especially cage birds or domesticated birds like chickens and pigeons.
From Latin 'avis' (bird) + 'cultus' (cultivation) + '-ist' (one who practices), forming in the 19th century as the practice of bird breeding became a formal hobby and profession.
Aviculturists have been crucial in saving endangered bird species through captive breeding programs—some species that are nearly extinct in the wild survive only in aviaries managed by these bird experts.
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