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Gifts of the Crow: How Perception, Emotion, and Thought Allow Smart Birds to Behave Like Humans
Gifts of the Crow: How Perception, Emotion, and Thought Allow Smart Birds to Behave Like Humans
by John Marzluff and Tony Angell
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Stan Coren’s groundbreaking The Intelligence of Dogs meets Bernd Heinrich’s classic Mind of the Raven in this astonishing, beautifully illustrated look at the uncanny intelligence and emotions of crows. New research indicates that crows are... (read more)

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Mind of the Raven: Investigations and Adventures with Wolf-Birds (P.S.)
Mind of the Raven: Investigations and Adventures with Wolf-Birds (P.S.)
by Bernd Heinrich
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Heinrich involves us in his quest to get inside the mind of the raven. But as animals can only be spied on by getting quite close, Heinrich adopts ravens, thereby becoming a "raven father," as well as observing them in their natural habitat. He studies... (read more)

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That Quail, Robert
That Quail, Robert
by Margaret Stanger
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The perennially bestselling and acclaimed classic of the little bird who preferred human companionship to other quail.... (read more)

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Crow Planet: Essential Wisdom from the Urban Wilderness
Crow Planet: Essential Wisdom from the Urban Wilderness
by Lyanda Lynn Haupt
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There are more crows now than ever. Their abundance is both a sign of ecological imbalance and a generous opportunity to connect with the animal world. Crow Planet is a call to experience the wildlife in our midst, reminding us that we don't have to head... (read more)

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A Hummingbird in My House: The Story of Squeak
A Hummingbird in My House: The Story of Squeak
by Arnette Heidcamp
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Anyone who has fallen under the spell of the hummingbird will treasure this lovable true story of a young ruby-throated hummingbird who becomes part of someone's household and life. 57 full-color photographs; 10 black-and-white drawings.... (read more)

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Birds of Paradise: Revealing the World's Most Extraordinary Birds
Birds of Paradise: Revealing the World's Most Extraordinary Birds
by Tim Laman
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"You’ll initially find it hard to believe that these pictures are real—but they are. These are the most beautiful photographs of the world’s most beautiful birds. The birds’ behavior, richly described in the text, is as remarkable... (read more)

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Sparrow (Animal)
Sparrow (Animal)
by Kim Todd
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Innocent. Invader. Lover. Thief. Sparrows are everywhere and wear many guises. Able to live in the Arctic and the desert, from Beijing to San Francisco, the house sparrow is the most ubiquitous wild bird in the world. They are the subject of elegies by... (read more)

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Monographs in Population Biology #0014: Some Adaptations of Marsh-Nesting Blackbirds
Monographs in Population Biology #0014: Some Adaptations of Marsh-Nesting Blackbirds
by Gordon H Orians
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The variety of social systems among the New World blackbirds (Family Icteridae) and the structural simplicity of their foraging environment provide excellent opportunities for testing theorics about the adaptive significance of their behavior. Here... (read more)

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Hummingbirds of North America (Peterson Field Guides)
Hummingbirds of North America (Peterson Field Guides)
by Petersons Guide
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Covering 31 North American species, with more than 250 color photos and 33 maps, this is the most comprehensive field guide to hummingbirds. Introductory chapters cover the natural history of hummingbirds, ways to attract and feed them, and major hot... (read more)

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Sunbirds: A Guide OT the Sunbirds, Spiderhunters, Sugarbirds and Flowerpeckers of the World
Sunbirds: A Guide OT the Sunbirds, Spiderhunters, Sugarbirds and Flowerpeckers of the World
by Robert Cheke
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Includes bibliographical references (p. 361-375) and index.... (read more)

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Hummingbirds of the American West (Natural History)
Hummingbirds of the American West (Natural History)
by Lynn Hassler Kaufman
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The American Southwest offers prime habitat for hummingbirds. Indeed, of the sixteen species of hummingbirds resident in North America, all but one either nest in or migrate through the region. In Hummingbirds of the American West, birding authority Lynn... (read more)

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Last of the Curlews 2e PB
Last of the Curlews 2e PB
by Fred Bodsworth
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More than three million readers around the world have been touched by this conservation classic, the story of a solitary Eskimo curlew's last perilous migration and search for a mate. The lone survivor comes to stand for the entirety of a lost species.... (read more)

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The Oriole Book
The Oriole Book
by Nancy Flood
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Illustrated natural history information on a popular backyard visitor, covering feeding behaviors, courtship, nest building, raising young, migration, and more Focus on Baltimore and Bullock's Orioles but with information on every North American species... (read more)

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The Nature of Penguins
The Nature of Penguins
by Jonathan Chester
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With their toddler-like waddle and chubby tuxedoed bodies, penguins capture the hearts and imaginations of animal lovers of all ages. To Jonathan Chester, penguins have been a lifetime passion ever since he first encountered them as a child vacationing... (read more)

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Downy Woodpecker (Wild Bird Guides)
Downy Woodpecker (Wild Bird Guides)
by Gary Ritchison
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Amateur bird-watchers, nature lovers, and ornithologists will find the book . . . absorbing... (read more)

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Crow (Animal)
Crow (Animal)
by Boria Sax
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The crow is a remarkably graceful bird: a single curve runs from the tip of its beak to the end of its tail, which changes rhythmically as it turns its head or bends toward the ground. It takes flight effortlessly, ascending like a spirit to glide over... (read more)

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Cotingas and Manakins
Cotingas and Manakins
by Guy M. Kirwan
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"Cotingas and Manakins is a major contribution to the literature on what is a most charismatic group of birds. The scholarship is exemplary and the plates by Eustace Barnes are nicely executed. The photographic coverage is superior, particularly given... (read more)

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Crow Planet: Essential Wisdom from the Urban Wilderness
Crow Planet: Essential Wisdom from the Urban Wilderness
by Lyanda Lynn Haupt
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There are more crows now than ever. Their abundance is both an indicator of ecological imbalance and a generous opportunity to connect with the animal world. Crow Planet reminds us that we do not need to head to faraway places to encounter nature. Rather,... (read more)

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Amazing Hummingbirds: Unique Images and Characteristics
Amazing Hummingbirds: Unique Images and Characteristics
by Stan Tekiela
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Award-winning author/photographer Stan Tekielaís book demonstrates why hummingbirds are among the most beloved backyard visitors. Page upon page of unique photos and fascinating details blend together to present the hummingbird like never before.... (read more)

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The Complete Book of Hummingbirds
The Complete Book of Hummingbirds
by Tony Tilford
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Hummingbird plumage comes in all colors—emerald, ruby, sapphire, azure, garnet, and topaz—no wonder theyre often called “jewels in flight.” Discover these remarkable little birds in The Complete Book of Hummingbirds by avian expert... (read more)

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