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1) Wake-Robin
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"Wake-Robin", John Burroughs' first book, is a detailed work on birds, being an alluring "invitation to the study of Ornithology". It's aim is to stimulate an interest in the natural history of birds, which Burroughs arguably achieves through a masterful marriage of interesting facts and beautiful writing. John Burroughs (1837 – 1921) was an American naturalist, essayist, and active member of the U.S. conservation movement. Burroughs' work was incredibly...
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In Mind of the Raven, Bernd Heinrich, award-winning naturalist, finds himself dreaming of ravens and decides he must get to the truth about this animal reputed to be so intelligent. Much like a sleuth, Heinrich involves us in his quest, letting one clue lead to the next. 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, studying...
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Whether our experiences with birds are homey or exotic, beautiful or bizarre, thrilling or even unpleasant, they fill us with wonder, and with questions. With the help of scientists and resources at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, the author tackles some of these bird questions.
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Brimming with stories, wisdom, and expert knowledge, this delightful book gives enthusiasts a peek into the private worlds of eleven North American birds: swallows, blue jays, chickadees, song sparrows, house sparrows, phoebes, mockingbirds, crows, red-winged blackbirds, robins, and hummingbirds. Calvin Simonds shows you how to really observe these birds -- how to interpret the caws of crows, recognize blue jays from their facial markings, understand...
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Targeted to beginners and beyond, National Geographic's fun, inspiring guide to the art, craft, and science of bird-watching combines practical know-how and expert knowledge. Browsable and bursting with helpful illustrations and photographs, Birding Basics offers new ideas for when, where, and how to get to know the birds in your world. Not a field guide but a primer in best practices, authored by birding expert Noah Strycker, this breezy book features...
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This is John Burroughs' 1871 work, 'Bird Stories from John Burroughs'. It is a fantastic collection of short descriptions - or, sketches - of the lives and habits of many birds commonly found in the U.S. Profusely illustrated and written in simple but beautiful language, 'Bird Stories from John Burroughs' will appeal to all lovers of nature writing, and is not to be missed by fans of Burroughs' wonderful work. Contents include: 'The Bluebird', 'The...
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"Winner of the 2011 Award for Excellence in Reference Works, Association of American Publishers" "Richard Crossley, Winner of the 2012 ABA Robert Ridgway Award for Publications in Field Ornithology, American Birding Association" "Co-Winner of the 2012 Bronze Medal in Environment/Ecology/Nature, Independent Publisher Book Awards" Richard Crossley is an internationally acclaimed birder and photographer who has been birding since age 7 and who, by age...
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Jerry Liguori has been studying raptors throughout North America since 1984. He has conducted hawk migration counts at spring and fall migration sites, such as Cape May Point, Sandy Hook, Derby Hill, Braddock Bay, Whitefish Point, and Dinosaur Ridge, and the Goshute, Wasatch, and Sandia mountains. He is the author of Hawks from Every Angle (Princeton).
The ultimate field manual for identifying distant raptors
The ultimate must-have guide for identifying...
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Joseph M. Forshaw is one of Australia's foremost ornithologists and a world-renowned expert on parrots. His books include Parrots of the World: An Identification Guide (Princeton). Frank Knight has been an illustrator for three decades, producing artwork for scientific papers, books, and lectures. His books include The Field Guide to the Birds of Australia.
The world's parrots in one convenient field guide
From the macaws of South America to the...
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"Describes how birds design, engineer, and build their nests, deconstructing all types of nests found around the world using architectural blueprints and detailed descriptions of the construction processes and engineering techniques birds use. This spectacularly illustrated book features 300 full-color images and more than 35 case studies that profile key species worldwide. Each chapter covers a different type of nest, from tunnel nests and mound...
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Ospreys are one of our best known and best loved birds and the name Roy Dennis is not only synonymous with the successful return of the osprey to Scotland, but is also renowned for his international work with a variety of species. From the time he saw his first osprey, back in 1960, Roy has worked to help this magnificent raptor establish itself once more in a country where it had been hounded and persecuted to near-extinction over hundreds of years....
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This vintage book contains a fascinating and comprehensive guide to the various birds that can be found in India, covering mynas, babblers, cuckoos, herons, wagtails, and many, many more. With detailed descriptions of their natural history, habitat, and habits, this charming and easy-to-read volume is highly recommended for those with an interest in India's birds and ornithology in general. "Jungle Folk - Indian Natural History Sketches" is not to...
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Muchos animales pequeños que antaño vivían en plena naturaleza se han visto obligados con el tiempo a tener que adaptarse a un ambiente urbano a menudo hostil. Es el caso de los pájaros, que, muy expuestos a las condiciones atmosféricas y a las trampas de la urbanización, con frecuencia buscan comida y alojamiento que sólo los seres humanos pueden aportarles. Nuestros balcones y jardines representan pequeños remansos de paz que encantarán...
16) Argentine Ornithology, Volume II: A Descriptive Catalogue of the Birds of the Argentine Republic
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This is volume II of William Henry Hudson's 'Argentine Ornithology'. It is a comprehensive encyclopedia of the birds native to Argentina, with detailed descriptions, historical information, notes on natural history, and more. This volume will appeal to modern readers with an interest in ornithology. Contents include: 'Fam. I. TURDIDÆ, or THRUSHES', 'Fam. II. CINCLIDÆ, or DIPPERS', 'Fam. III. MUSCICAPIDÆ, or FLYCATCHERS', 'Fam. IV. TROGLODYTIDÆ,...
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First published in 1897, 'Bird Neighbors' was nature writer Neltje Blanchan's first major work, combining hard science and personal experience in a profusely-illustrated and accessible volume. Upon publication, naturist John Burroughs hailed it as 'reliable', while The New York Times praised the book's colour pictures and the fact that it could be easily 'understood by all readers'. This volume is highly recommended for those with an interest in bird...
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This is Thomas Alfred Coward's 1912's treatise, 'The Migration of Birds'. A fascinating and beautifully-written exploration of avian migratory patterns and habits, this is a volume not to be missed by modern readers with an interest in ornithology and nature writing. Contents include: 'Migration Of Birds', 'Cause And Origin Of Migration', 'Routes', 'The Height And Speed Of Migration Flight', 'Orientation And Route Finding', 'The Distances Travelled...
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This is volume I of William Henry Hudson's 'Argentine Ornithology'. It is a comprehensive encyclopedia of the birds native to Argentina, with detailed descriptions, historical information, notes on natural history, and more. This volume will appeal to modern readers with an interest in ornithology. Contents include: 'Fam. I. TURDIDÆ, or THRUSHES', 'Fam. II. CINCLIDÆ, or DIPPERS', 'Fam. III. MUSCICAPIDÆ, or FLYCATCHERS', 'Fam. IV. TROGLODYTIDÆ,...
20) Birds Nesting in India - A Calendar of the Breeding Seasons, and a Popular Guide to the Habits an
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This text contains a comprehensive treatise on the nesting habits of birds common to India, including a calendar of the breeding seasons and a popular guide to their habits and haunts. A fascinating book that will greatly appeal to both amateur and seasoned ornithologists alike, 'Birds Nesting in India' is a wonderful text well deserving of a place in any collection of ornithological literature. The chapters of this book include: 'Breeding Seasons...
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