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More copies of this ISBN:Firefly Encyclopedia of Birdsby Christopher Perrins
Synopses & ReviewsBook News Annotation:Written by dozens of international bird experts, this gorgeously
illustrated volume covers 9,850 species of birds worldwide, organized
by family. Each article include a "factfile" detailing the order,
family, and the species of the genus and their general distribution,
physical features, evolutionary history, classification, breeding,
diet, feeding behavior, social dynamics, conservation, and
relationship with humans. The richly detailed essays for each bird,
ranging from 2-4 pages, include an abundance of interesting facts
about the genus and its species.
Annotation (c)2003 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com) Synopsis:A comprehensive encyclopedia on birds with contributions by over 100 zoologists, covering all aspects of bird behavior, evolution and including reference charts describing each bird order. Intended for all readers it features over 2000 photographs. Synopsis:The ultimate reference to the vast world of birds. Discover a family of birds who are phenomenal fliers but cannot walk or climb. There is a species that nests at the Arctic Circle and winters at the lower tip of South America, migrating up to 235,000 miles in its lifetime. These and thousands more winged wonders are described in fascinating detail in the Firefly Encyclopedia of Birds. Authoritative, easy-to-read essays explain mating rituals, historical significance, evolutionary development, and nesting habits. Organized alphabetically by Family, this comprehensive encyclopedia is illustrated with 2,000 color photographs and location maps. The text is lively, well researched, cleanly organized and completely understandable to nonscientific readers. A Fact File for each bird family lists the relevant data including species, genus, global distribution, habitat, plumage, voice, nest, egg descriptions, diet and conservation status. With contributions by a team of 100 distinguished zoologists, the Firefly Encyclopedia of Birds is a major reference work for all birders as well as students and naturalists. What Our Readers Are SayingBe the first to add a comment for a chance to win!Product Details
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