Wildlife: birds and birdwatching: general interest Books
Johns Hopkins University Press Birds of Two Worlds
Book SynopsisBirds of Two Worlds will complete the trilogy and become indispensable for ornithologists, evolutionary biologists, serious birders, and public and academic libraries.Trade ReviewBirds of Two Worlds should be of value to anyone interested in the movement patterns of birds and other animals. -- Ian Newton Trends in Ecology and Evolution 2005 Collections strong in natural history, ecology, and bird behavior and lore will find Birds of Two Worlds an indispensable ornithological reference. The Bookwatch 2005 An important volume that will be of value to anyone interested in migratory birds and migration. -- Jason Jones Ecology 2005 An important resource for professionals and serious birders. Southeastern Naturalist 2006 This book will be of considerable interest to all those studying migrating passerines. -- Gilles Gauthier Ecoscience 2006Table of ContentsContributorsPrefaceAcknowledgments Part I: Evolutions of Migration SystemsChapter 1. The Paleoecology and Fossil History of Migratory LandbirdsChapter 2. Molecular Approaches to the Evolution and Ecology of MigrationChapter 3. Siberian Migratory DividesChapter 4. Inter- and Intrapopulation Migration PatternsChapter 5. Predicting Migratory Behavior in LandbirdsPart II: Adaptations for Two WorldsChapter 6. Migration Takes GutsChapter 7. To Be a MigrantChapter 8. Ecology and Demography of East-West Differences in Molt Scheduling of Neotropical Migrant PasserinesChapter 9. Food Limitation Among Wintering BirdsChapter 10. Behavioral and Cognitive Adaptations to Long-Distance MigrationsPart III: BiogeographyChapter 11. Ecological and Biogeographical Aspects of the Distribution of Migrants Versus Residents in European and North American Forest Bird CommunitiesChapter 12. Influence of Migrants on Temperate Bird CommunitiesChapter 13. Old World Versus New World Long-Distance Migration in Accipiters, Buteos, and FalconsChapter 14. Seasonal Distribution and Ecology of South American Austral Migrant FlycatchersChapter 15. The Temporal and Spatial Structure of the Atmosphere and Its Influence on Bird Migration StrategiesPart IV: ConnectivityChapter 16. The Importance of Understanding Migratory Connectivity and Seasonal InteractionsChapter 17. Migrants and Their ParasitesChapter 18. Molecular Genetic Approaches to Linking Breeding and Overwintering Areas in Five Neotropical Migrant PasserinesChapter 19. Flying FingerprintsPart V: Migration ItselfChapter 20. Stopover Ecology of Intercontinental MigrantsChapter 21. Fuel Storage Rates Before Northward Flights in Red Knots WorldwideChapter 22. Individual Migratory Tactics of New World Catharus Thrushes Chapter 23. Hormones and Variation in Life History Strategies of Migratory and Nonmigratory BirdsPart VI: Behavioral EcologyChapter 24. Sex Roles in MigrantsChapter 25. Spring Molt Constraints Versus Winter Territoriality Chapter 26. Ecological Correlates of Wintering Social Systems in New World and Old World Migratory PasserinesChapter 27. Correlated Evolution of Ecological Differences Among the Old World Lead Warblers in the Breeding and Nonbreeding SeasonsPart VII: Population EcologyChapter 28. Modeling Seasonal Interactions in the Population Dynamics of Migratory BirdsChapter 29. Using Remote Sensing Data to Identify Migration and Wintering Areas and to Analyze Effects of Environmental Conditions on Migratory BirdsChapter 30. How do Migration and Dispersal Interact?Chapter 31. Does Winter Food Limit Populations of Migratory Birds?Chapter 32. Long-Term Demographic Trends, Limiting Factors, and the Strength of Density Dependence in a Breeding Population of a Migratory SongbirdChapter 33. The Renaissance of Migratory Bird BiologyIndex
£100.22
Dial Books The Eagles are Back
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£16.14
Beacon Press Why Do Bluebirds Hate Me
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£14.39
Beacon Press Why Dont Woodpeckers Get Headaches And Other Bird
Book SynopsisIn 1983, Mike O'Connor opened the Bird Watcher's General Store on Cape Cod, which might well have been the first store devoted solely to birding in the United States. Since that time he has answered thousands of questions about birds, both at his store and while walking down the aisles of the supermarket. The questions have ranged from inquiries about individual species (Are flamingos really real?) to what and when to feed birds (Should I bring in my feeders for the summer?) to the down-and-dirty specifics of backyard birding (Why are the birds dropping poop in my pool?). Answering the questions has been easy; keeping a straight face has been hard.Why Don't Woodpeckers Get Headaches? is the solution for the beginning birder who already has a book that explains the slight variation between Common Ground-Doves and Ruddy Ground-Doves but who is really much more interested in why birds sing at 4:30 A.M. instead of 7:00 A.M., or whether it's okay to feed bread to birds, or ho
£13.49
The University Press of Kentucky Gardening for the Birds
Book SynopsisHe includes a plant encyclopedia of trees and shrubs native to the Upper South that attract a variety of birds, butterflies, and mammals. Barnes's plans and plant lists can also be used to create a woodland, a prairie, or a water garden. Also included are tips for birdwatchers of all levels and suggestions for deterring common garden pests.
£32.50
University of Georgia Press Common Birds of Coastal Georgia
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£22.75
Palgrave Macmillan Living on the Wind Across the Hemisphere with
Book SynopsisScott Weidensaul follows hawks over the Mexican coastal plains, Bar-tailed Godwits that hitchhike on gale winds 7,000 miles nonstop across the Pacific from Alaska to New Zealand, and the Myriad Songbirds whose numbers have dwindled so dramatically in recent years.
£17.10
Schiffer Publishing Ltd Birds and Marshes of the Chesapeake Bay Country
Book SynopsisA remarkably diverse population of bird life, migratory and indigenous, lives in the region known as the Chesapeake Bay country. It is one of the finest locations on the eastern seaboard for observing wild birds. Among the cattail and wild rice, the cordgrass and loblolly, from the countryside north of Baltimore to the windswept beaches of the Atlantic, are the imperiled canvasback, the boat-tailed grackle, the secretive king rail, the fragile egret, and the evasive snowy owl. Illustrated with photographs and line drawings, this book is indispensable to bird watchers and conservationists in the Chesapeake Bay region.
£11.39
Schiffer Publishing Ltd Geese
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£9.49
Schiffer Publishing Ltd WADING SHORE BIRDS Photographic Study A
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£9.49
Schiffer Publishing Ltd Favorite Songbirds
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£11.39
Schiffer Publishing Ltd CANVASBACKS A Pictorial Study
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£11.39
Metamorphic Press Adventures with Mr. X
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£13.46
R W MORSE CO Birds of Arizona
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£25.60
HarperCollins Publishers Inc White Feathers
Book SynopsisThe surprising, rich life of tree swallows in nesting season - with Heinrich’s beautiful illustrations and photographs - by the acclaimed naturalist.
£18.89
Laurence King Match a Baby Bird
£17.99
Hay House Inc Keep Looking Up
Book SynopsisTrade Review“Tammah weaves personal stories, practical information, and wisdom prompts that activate connection with our self and our winged ones. In a disconnected world, in need of healing and repair, this book is much-needed medicine for all.”— Asha Frost, Wiida’adoon Aanimkikaa (she who walks with the Thunderbirds), best-selling author of You are the Medicine, indigenous healer, mentor, and ceremonial speaker“Tenderly linking bird behaviors and human habits, Tammah brings attention to life, in and outside our nests, inviting us toward deeper respect and connection for all that is part of Mother Nature.”— Kelly McDaniel, LPC, therapist and author Ready to Heal and Mother Hunger“A powerful and important doorway of awareness and connection. So much healing, guidance, and inspiration can be found in the ways our lives and the lives of our winged friends are intertwined.”— Micah Mortali, MA, author of Rewilding, founder and director of the Kripalu School of Mindful Outdoor Leadership“Provides concrete steps in which the grounding qualities of using nature and birdwatching can be therapeutic, whether you are currently participating in therapy or not. If you are looking for a new perspective, the kind voice of licensed therapist Tammah will help you find possibility and hope for healing.”— Abigail Burd, MSW, LCSW, PMH-C, psychotherapist and author of The Postpartum Depression Workbook“Not only do readers gain new birdwatching skills, but also insight into what it means to keep looking up, both at the world around them and at their own lives, in mindful, spacious, and healing ways.”— Ghada Osman, Ph.D., LMFT, C-IAYT, and author of Mental & Emotional Healing through Yoga: A Guiding Framework for Therapists and their Clients“A timely read that will inspire readers to look outdoors in search of feathered companions, to ignite joy, and affirm that birds and nature can support our overall well-being.”— Holly Merker, author of Ornitherapy: For Your Mind, Body, and Soul“Watts draws undeniable links between ecological interconnection and socio-psychological health—and purposefully articulates just how badly we need one another. A moving, necessary read for anyone in search of healing.”— Sydney Golden Anderson, MA, co-author of Birding for a Better World“The resource I wish I had when I began my birding journey. It has the power to change the lives of so many, especially those of us managing chronic illness, disability, and mental health challenges. Watts gently holds our hands in this sincere invitation to experience the healing powers of birds.”— Molly Adams, founder of the Feminist Bird Club and co-author of Birding for A Better World“The way Tammah describes how birds helped her time and time again to reconnect with the world, with herself, and with her well-being filled my heart with hope and love. I am now looking for feathered friends and the messages that their presence can bring to my life.”— Sandra Hinojosa Ludwig, award-winning author of Chica, Why Not? and coach“Tammah's beautiful testimony to the healing power of Nature will resonate with everyone—those who know the power and those looking for it. She has lovingly captured the despair of pain, the promise of Nature, and the healing exercises by which to 'begin again—renewed, informed, and enlightened.'”— Virginia Rose, founder of Birdability“This book combines inspiring autobiography with how-to guides to birding, navigating the birding community, and coping with chronic pain, to create a genuine guide for living, with our often-unappreciated bird relatives leading the way. If we can increase our attention to birds as a source of wisdom, we will all be better off. This book shows us how to include them in our lives.”— A. Tom Horvath, PhD, ABPP, author of Sex, Drugs, Gambling & Chocolate
£14.40
Harry N. Abrams The Backyard Chicken Keepers Bible
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£38.00
Johns Hopkins University Press Parrots
Book SynopsisWhether you are a parrot owner, birder, ornithologist, or curious naturalist, you will find that Cameron asks and fully answers every question you have about these incredible birds.Trade ReviewA good general introduction to the biology of parrots. -- Ian Paulse, Grrl Scientist Guardian Cameron does a nice job of detailing parrots in general while also highlighting various specific species. The Q&A format presents the material in short focused sections making for an easy read. -- Robert E. Hoopes Wildlife Activist Anybody with a passion for parrots and parrot research (and there are plenty of us out there), whether professional, amateur or pet-owner, will find plenty to engage and maintain their interest in this text. -- Lucy Aplin Ibis The text is encyclopaedic and unexpectedly complex, reviewing behaviour, evolution and ecology. Anybody with a passion for parrots and parrot research (and there are plenty of us out there), whether professional, amateur or pet-owner, will find plenty to engage and maintain their interest in this text. -- Lucy Aplin Ibis Essential reading for aspiring parrot students, and for anyone owning or contemplating a pet parrot or cockatoo, but also enjoyable and informative reading for anyone interested in parrots. The series seems a most worthy one, and this volume is highly recommended to bird enthusiasts. -- Stephen Debus Australian Field OrnithologyTable of ContentsAcknowledgmentsIntroduction1. Introducing ParrotsWhat are parrots?Are cockatoos also parrots?How many kinds of parrot are there?Where do parrots live?What is the current classification of parrots?When did parrots evolve?What is the oldest fossil parrot?2. Form and FunctionWhat are the largest and smallest living parrots?What does a parrot's bill tell us about its diet?Do all parrots have the same type of bill?How fast can parrots fly?Are there any flightless parrots?Do a parrot's feathers wear out?Are there any bald parrots?3. Parrot ColorsWhy are so many parrots green?What causes the colors of parrots?Do parrots see the same colors as humans?What are the benefits of UV vision?Do glowing parrots really exist?Is there a reason for the color patterns of parrots?Are there color differences between males and females?Do a parrot's colors change as they age?Is there much geographic variation in the color of a parrot species?4. Parrot BehaviorAre parrots social?Why do parrots form flocks?How do parrots spend their day?How do parrots communicate?How smart are parrots?Can parrots talk?Do parrots play?Do parrots fight?How do parrots avoid predators?5. Parrot EcologyDo parrots migrate?Which geographic regions have the most species of parrot?How many parrot species live in an area?How many parrots live in the Australian desert?How do parrots survive in the desert?Are there parrots in alpine areas?How do parrots survive droughts?Do parrots get sick?Are any parrot species nocturnal?Are parrots good for the environment?Is it true that some moths depend on parrots?6. Reproduction and DevelopmentWhere do parrots nest?Do parrots nest at the same time every year?Do parrots use the same nest every year?How do parrots reproduce?How many eggs do parrots lay?Are nestlings in a brood all the same age?What proportion of eggs hatch?How fast do parrots grow?Do both parents care for their young?How long do young birds stay with their parents?Do parrots pair for life?Do any parrots have unusual breeding systems?How long do parrots live?7. Foods and FeedingWhat do parrots eat?Are there any predatory parrots?How much food does a parrot need?Are parrots fussy eaters?How do parrots find food?Why do some parrots eat soil?8. Parrots and HumansDo parrots make good pets?What is the best way to take care of a pet parrot?What should I do if I find an injured or orphaned parrot?How can I see parrots in the wild?Should people feed wild parrots?9. Parrot Problems (from a human viewpoint)Are some parrots agricultural pests?Can parrots be a nuisance in urban areas?Are parrots ever invasive species?Do parrots have diseases and are they contagious?10. Human Problems (from a parrot's viewpoint)Are any parrots endangered?Have any parrot species gone extinct?What is the world's rarest parrot?Will parrots be affected by global warming?Why do people hunt parrots?What impact does the wildlife trade have on parrot populations?Can captive breeding benefit wild populations of parrots?11. Parrots in Stories and LiteratureWhat roles do parrots play in religion and mythology?Did any early explorers or naturalists mention parrots in their writings?What roles do parrots play in popular culture?What roles have parrots played in literature?How long have humans kept and bred parrots?12. "Parrotology"Why study parrots?Who studies parrots?Which species are best known?Which species are least known?How do scientists recognize individual parrots?What is being done to save endangered parrot species?What can people do to help parrots?Appendix: Common and Scientific Names of Living ParrotsSelected BibliographyIndex
£29.51
National Geographic Society National Geographic Field Guide to the Birds of
Book SynopsisNew enthusiasts are flocking in record numbers to the fascinating pastime of birding. National Geographic has been meeting their need for clear and accurate information for 25 years with our million-selling Field Guide to the Birds of North America. Now, to better serve the expanding market, we’ve customized our field-guide format to offer unique coverage for birders east or west of the Rocky Mountains. These new volumes deliver in-depth information on every bird officially recorded in the specified area, with illustrated accounts of the different plumages and life stages, along with hundreds of color-coded range maps.Unique features set these guides apart from the competition and promise to win a new generation of readers: A full-color visual index, printed on the inside covers, makes the content accessible visually a real boon to beginning and intermediate birders. Annotated artwork highlights birds’ key physical features, making identification easier
£17.95
National Geographic Society National Geographic Backyard Guide to the Birds
Book SynopsisThis comprehensive and beloved guide reveals the most ubiquitous and remarkable species of North American birds.
£15.96
National Geographic Society National Geographic Birders Life List and Journal
Book SynopsisThis handsome keepsake and record book for dedicated birders of the U.S. and Canada, organized by bird taxonomy, offers blanks for dates, locations, and details of species sightings.
£16.19
DK How to Attract Birds to Your Garden
Book SynopsisTrade Review“This comprehensive guide will bring possibility to both aspiring gardeners and hopeful birders.” —Publishers Weekly“Illustrations, photographs, and charts make this a true visual guide, but the breadth of information provided means it can be read from cover to cover, or consulted as a reference guide when needed. Whether they're looking to hang their first bird feeder or are already experienced backyard birders, readers will find this an amply useful guide.” —Booklist
£22.39
Arcadia Publishing Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge Images of
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£20.39
History Press Early Nature Artists in Florida
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£18.69
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Nextinction
Book SynopsisThe Boids are back in town ...The follow-up to the award-winning Extinct Boids, this book features more of the incredible art of cartoonist Ralph Steadman. This time the focus is not on the birds that are gone, but the ones that there''s still time to save.These are the 192 Critically Endangered birds on the IUCN Red List, species such as the Giant Ibis, the Kakapo, the Sumatran Ground-cuckoo and the iconic Spoon-billed Sandpiper these, along with a number of classic Steadman creations such as the Unsociable Lapwing, are the NEARLY-EXTINCT BOIDS. Woids are again by author, conservationist and film-maker Ceri Levy. Together, Ceri and Ralph are THE GONZOVATIONISTS.Trade ReviewSteadman's colourful, spiky illustrations of critically endangered birds ... a dazzling aviary of 'nearly extinct' boids. Save them all and make the ink-spattered Steadboid vert happy. * Saga *Hatched from the minds of gonzo cartoonist Ralph Steadman and writer-filmmaker Ceri Levy, Nextinction is a visual plea for conservation efforts, depicting nearly 200 birds facing an irrevocable fate: extinction. Levy’s humorous but educational text accompanies a spectacle of colorful plumage rendered with Steadman’s unique illustrative style, right down to those trademark ink blotches. * Boston Globe *Steadman has a talent for birds, and his scratchy, ink-splattered style works wonders with beaks and feathers. The text is informative and wildly eccentric by turns. * New Statesman *Nextinction is something of a rarity: a truly original take on popular science. Love them or hate them, Ralph Steadman's vivid cartoons bring out the character of these endangered birds in a way that photography and other illustrations can't match. * BBC Focus *Table of ContentsTheory of Nextinction Nextinction Awaits The Guano Collector The Science and How a Small Amount of Money Can Save a Species Riffling Through Ralph’s Drawers Blow Your Penny Whistle An Explorer’s Tale Spoon-billed Sandpiper Javan Green Magpie Teeny Spint Red-headed Vulture Rock Ptarmigan Big-breasted Conspicuous Tit Gregorian Thwacksplat Urban Council Skip Chick Blue-beaked Waddle Hey Look Out! Twim Wheedle-nit Brown Minor Blackbeak Spot-tailed Neck Back Maltese Mayhem Blue-beaked Splatwack Sociable Lapwing Blue-throated Macaw Titograph Edwards’s Pheasant The Extinct Birds Coffee Table Great Indian Bustard Philippine Cockatoo Bates’s Weaver Bengal Florican Lesser Florican Greater Florican’t Glowing Orange Wotalotiblot Orange-beaked Ten Percenter California Condor Chatham Shag Red-crowned Crane Akohekohe Poo-uli Mauritius Olive White-eye Negros Bleeding-heart Bogota Rail Ou Madagascar Pochard Djibouti Francolin Long-billed Tailorbird Taita Apalis Taita Thrush Elevator Whitebill Hungarian Flappabout Blue-beaked Flybynight Orange-beaked Thrust Siberian Crane Cerian Crane Yellow-Bellied Training Crane Sulu Hornbill Cerulean Paradise-flycatcher Archer’s lark Isabela Oriole Araripe Manakin Uluguru Bush-shrike Chinese Crested Tern Long-billed Tailorbird Diving Orange Spronk Javan Green Magpie Cebu Flowerpecker Banggai Crow Black-chinned Monarch White-eyed River-martin Orange Nutflap Stawking Tit Ivory-billed Woodpecker Black-fronted Tern Black Diver Red-beaked White Angel Yellow and Pink Boobies Yellow-breasted Bluewing or Bling Yellow Chairfinch Blue-beaked Blackhead Red Finch One, and Red Finch Two Yellow-beaked Blue Loomer Decorated Epaulette Swoop Owl Red-beaked Ducky Black Flutterwot Kakapo Rio Branco Antbird Rio de Janeiro Antwren Stresemann’s Bristlefront Fringe-backed Fire-eye Royal Cinclodes White-bellied Cinclodes Antioquia (or Urrao) Antpitta Brazilian Bluelid Mottled Cornford Slender-billed Curlew Crested Shelduck Jerdon’s Courser Giant Ibis Javan Lapwing Kittlitz’s Murrelet Elegant Sunbird M. Rueck Rueck’s Blue-flycatcher Cebu Flowerpecker Zapata Rail Cuban Spotted Rail Yellow-beaked Red-legged Bluet Puccini Frisk Flightless Boid Waved Albatross Indian Yellow-nosed Albatross Streak-breasted Bulbul White-spectacled Bulbul (or is it?) Black-hooded Coucal Woodlark Ollieblot Tuamotu Kingfisher Marquesan Kingfisher Northern Rockhopper Penguin (Blotted) Galápagos Penguin Erect-crested Penguin Turkish Umdan-gonderildi Chick Cuban Kite Forest Owlet Grey-breasted Parakeet Green-beaked Red Spotto Fractured Dawn Turtle Dove Nightingale Ou Ua Pou Monarch Fatuhiva Monarch White-throated Flowerpecker Loose-crested Aaooha-ho-ha Black Stilt Sapphire-bellied Hummingbird Black-breasted Puffleg Turquoise-throated Puffleg Colourful Puffleg Dusky Starfrontlet/Glittering Starfrontlet Gorgeted Pufflet Piping Plover Grand Comoro Drongo Cozumel Thrasher Antioquia Brush-finch Starry Owlet-nightjar Indigo-winged Parrot Brown-backed Parrotlet Red-fronted Macaw Blue-eyed Ground-dove Let Them Eat Bird Pink-headed Duck White-headed Duck Baer’s Pochard Daft Duck Bahama Oriole Cozumel Thrasher Bachman’s Warbler Montserrat Oriole Fuerteventura Stonechat Glaucous Macaw Russet-bellied Spinetail Banggai Crow Blue-throated Macaw Blue-eyed Ground-dove Orange-beaked Spotted Bald Emulsion Cootflake Blue Orange-beak Pip Leak Ooshut Doorbang Madagascar Red Owl Nicobar Scops-owl Beck’s Petrel Magenta Petrel New Zealand Storm-petrel Fiji Petrel Galápagos Petrel Guadalupe Storm-petrel Jamaica Petrel Mascarene Petrel Laysan Duck Balearic Shearwater Basket Case Unsociable Leftwing Hooded Grebe Pernambuco Pygmy-owl Eskimo Curlew Exploded Red-headed Vulture Medium Tree-finch Mangrove Finch Tired Splatter Finch Rougie Baby Spix’s Macaw All for the Glorious Twelfth House Sparrow Bali Starling Black-winged Starling Philippine Eagle Christmas Island Frigatebird Dwarf Olive Ibis Indian Vulture Liben Lark Raso Lark Tweeter Speckled Black Rainbow Lorikeet
£23.75
University of Minnesota Press Loon Lessons: Uncommon Encounters with the Great
Book SynopsisThe nature of the common loon, from biology to behavior, from one of the world’s foremost observers of the revered waterbird Even those who know the loon’s call might not recognize it as a tremolo, yodel, or wail, and may not understand what each call means, how it’s made, and why. And those who marvel at the loon’s diving prowess might wonder why this bird has such skill, or where loons go when they must leave northern lakes in winter. For these and so many other mysteries, Loon Lessons provides evolutionary and ecological explanations that are curious and compelling. Written by one of the world’s foremost experts on the subject, the book is a compendium of knowledge about the common loon and an engaging record of scientific sleuthing, documenting more than twenty-five years of research into the great northern diver.James D. Paruk has observed and compared loons from Washington and Saskatchewan to the coasts of California and Louisiana, from high elevation deserts in Nevada to mountain lakes in Maine. Drawing on his extensive experience, a wealth of data, and well-established scientific principles, he considers every aspect of the loon, from its plumage and anatomy to its breeding, migration, and wintering strategies. Here, in the first detailed scientific account of the common loon in more than thirty years, Paruk describes its biology in an accessible and entertaining style that affords a deeper understanding of this beautiful and mysterious bird’s natural history and annual life cycle.Trade Review"James D. Paruk has written a wonderful, personal account of loon biology. He recounts thirty years of adventures with loons, summarizing what we know about them in the context of loons’ basic biology and behavior. Highly readable and informal, this book is for anyone who wants to learn more about loons."—Charles Walcott, former director, Cornell Laboratory of Ornithology"The magnificent loon is a stirring symbol of wilderness, captivating even for people who have never seen one. This account by one of the world’s top experts, authoritative and accurate but written in a lively, engaging style, opens up the mysteries of the loon’s world and makes it more fascinating than ever."—Kenn Kaufman, editor of the Kaufman Field Guide series"In Loon Lessons, James Paruk offers a double treat: introducing readers to the amazing biology, migrations, and mysteries of these iconic waterbirds, while also sharing the challenges and rewards of studying a wary, powerful bird in remote wilderness settings. Anyone who has thrilled to the yodel of a loon on a moonlit lake will love this book."—Scott Weidensaul, author of A World on the Wing"If you love loons—as I do—this book will amaze and delight you. It’s a marvelous, deep dive into these ancient, iconic birds: how they came to be as they are, from the conundrum of their unusual coloring to their strange and cunning habits and their haunting wails, yodels, and tremolos that summon wild places. It’s also a moving and compelling story of a scientist’s passion for the bird he loves and the extraordinary lengths to which he’ll go to fully understand it."—Jennifer Ackerman, author of the New York Times bestseller The Genius of Birds "A complete and entertaining account of the bird's history and biology."—Star Tribune "Increased environmental awareness—sparked in part by the loon lessons of this book—may keep the North Woods echoing with their bewitching call for ages to come."—Natural History Magazine" A must have for all loon fans!"—The Birdbooker Report "Anyone remotely interested in loons or birds in general will love this book."—Dan Tallman’s Bird Blog "This book, almost textbook-like with its details, contains a plethora of information about loons, from their paleontological origins and histories to their current behavior and idiosyncrasies."—Post Bulletin "Highly readable and well-organized."—Minnesota Alumni"Loon Lessons is a charmingly written, engaging survey of the anatomy, evolution, ecology, breeding behavior, vocalizations, migration, wintering behavior, and conservation of the common loon."—CHOICE"In this highly readable and well-organized volume he (Paruk) kindly shares his vast expetise."—Minnesota Alumni"Written in an entertaining style with plenty of anecdotes illustrating the research data and scientific information, the book covers deatails about breeding, migration, physiology, calls and their usage, winter life, and loon conservation."—Ely Winter Times"Loon Lessons provides a wealth of information that’s neatly broken up into short sections, making it an easy read."—Northern WildsTable of ContentsContentsPreface1. In Search of the Ancestral Loon2. Selected by Nature: A Tale of Two Birds3. What a Drag! The Inner Workings of a Master Diver4. Pairing Up: The Behavioral Ecology of Loon Courtship5. Taking Turns: Nesting Behavior and Ecological Trade-Offs6. Wails, Yodels, and Tremolos: The Call of the Common Loon7. A Vigilant Bird: Parents, Chicks, and the Breeding Loon Family8. More Than a Foot Waggle: The Fascinating World of Loon Behavior9. Loons on the Move: The Strategy and Dynamics of Migration10. Not Your Typical Snowbird: The Loon’s Winter Ecology11. Saving the Loons We Love: Conservation Threats12. Loon Watch: Adapting to a Changing WorldEpilogueAcknowledgmentsIndex
£19.79
Random House USA Inc Sibley Birds of Land, Sea, and Sky: 50 Postcards
Book SynopsisBirdwatchers everywhere will love this beautiful box of 50 postcards featuring original bird paintings by renowned ornithologist David Sibley. This brand new vertical format offers 50 postcards of birds lovingly rendered in watercolors by David Sibley and chosen with their individual beauty and prominence in the country in mind. Housed in an elegant keepsake box with tabs dividing them by type (sea birds, birds of prey, songbirds) for ease of choice, these postcards are ideal for mailing to friends and family, framed and used as décor, or attached to presents as unique gift tags.
£19.71
Basic Books Ten Birds That Changed the World
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£25.50
Firefly Books Ltd Penguins of the World
£23.70
Sasquatch Books Rare Encounters with Ordinary Birds
Book SynopsisNaturalist Lyanda Lynn Haupt, an ornithology teacher and researcher, examines the amazing talents and personalities of the most common of birds. Some birdwatchers will hop the red-eye to Costa Rica if a rare species is reported to be in residence. She makes the argument for sticking close to home. She muses on the tarnished reputation of the starling, the sexed-up antics of male woodpeckers, and the mysterious behavior and startling population explosion of crows in her hometown. Through the eye and voice of this talented writer, birds provide a fascinating point of contact with the natural world at large.
£13.46
Workman Publishing Gardening to Attract Birds: Storey's Country
Book SynopsisSince 1973, Storey's Country Wisdom Bulletins have offered practical, hands-on instructions designed to help readers master dozens of country living skills quickly and easily. There are now more than 170 titles in this series, and their remarkable popularity reflects the common desire of country and city dwellers alike to cultivate personal independence in everyday life.
£5.90
WW Norton & Co Birds of New York City
Book SynopsisMany marvelous species of bird call New York’s boroughs home, though it takes a keen eye to spot them. Birds of New York City is the culmination of years of work from photographer Cal Vornberger. The product of a master photographer’s patience and ardor, Vornberger’s spectacular images, taken across all five boroughs in all four seasons, reveal an urban environment teeming with wildlife only steps away from speeding cabs and rushing pedestrians. Accompanying these expertly captured images are Vornberger’s engaging anecdotes about his experiences birding in the city, along with helpful photography tips for professionals, hobbyists, or even interested novices, including a detailed list of his trusted equipment. More than two hundred species pass through New York each year, about one-third of the species found in the entire country. With hundreds of dazzling pictures taken year-round and city-wide, Birds of New York City brings these elusive creatures to light for readers everywhere to experience.
£17.09
Golden Guides from St. Martin's Press Birds of North America: A Guide to Field
Book SynopsisSpot the silhouette of a Northern Goshawk in flight. Identify the raucous call of the Red-winged Blackbird. Discover the secret of picking out a Chipping Sparrow from its look-alike cousins. It''s simple with this classic field guide, a treasured favorite among amateur bird lovers and exacting professionals. Recognized as the authority on bird identification, this invaluable resource provides:-All of North America in one volume-Over 800 species and 600 range maps-Arthur Singer''s famous illustrations featuring male, female, and juvenile plumage-Sonograms that picture sound for easy song recognition-Migration routes, feeding habits, and characteristic flight patterns-American ornithologists'' classifications-Convenient check boxes to record birds you have identified -Color tabs for quick references
£15.15
St Martin's Press Birds
Book SynopsisThis guide will help you identify-quickly and easily-the birds you are most likely to see. It tells you:What to look forWhere and when to lookHow to attract birdsRange maps show where each bird is found, and handy tables at the back of the book contain a wealth of additional information about migration, eggs, nests, and food. This is the perfect bird book for beginners at any age.
£7.99
Smithsonian Books North on the Wing: Travels with the Songbird
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£19.80
Penguin Putnam Inc The Genius of Birds
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£23.80
Penguin Putnam Inc The Thing with Feathers: The Surprising Lives of
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£15.30
The Library of America American Birds: A Literary Companion
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£20.40
Potter/Ten Speed/Harmony/Rodale Owls: Our Most Charming Bird
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£12.59
Experiment Birding at the Bridge: In Search of Every Bird on
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£11.99
The Experiment LLC Find More Birds: 111 Surprising Ways to Spot
Book SynopsisA photo-filled trove of tips for seeing more birds wherever you look, from crowd favourites (hummingbirds, owls, eagles) to species you’ve never spotted before. What’s the one thing everyone wants to know about birds? How to find them! Every day on social media, we see unbelievable photos—from majestic hawks to woodpeckers with impressive carpentry skills to brilliantly colored wood warblers feasting on wiggling caterpillars. You may wonder: Where are these birds? Will I ever be able to see a bald eagle in the wild? We think we must either have incredible luck or travel far and wide on special guided excursions to ever witness such things. Enter Find More Birds, the ultimate bird-spotting tool, packed with tips and tricks for finding birds anywhere. You’ll not only discover more birds, you’ll experience their fascinating behaviours and drama for a lifetime.
£14.24
AMMO Books LLC Birds & Words
Book SynopsisBirds & Words is a vintage collection of 60 illustrations of birds and 60 humorous stories about each one. This book is a lovely reissue of the charming and highly collectible 1972 classic by Charley Harper. Written and illustrated by the renowned illustrator. Harper's style has been referred to as "minimal realism." • Charley Harper was a prolific mid-century modern artist based in Cincinnati, Ohio. • Each bird was hand-painted in Harper's signature style. • Birds & Words brings together the beloved illustrator's gifts as both an artist and a writer. Charley Harper has illustrated numerous books, including the notable The Golden Book of Biology. This new version of this vintage gem features a cloth-bound cover with a tipped in image alongside the original vintage typography. • A great book for fans of mid-century modern aesthetics, and for designers, bird lovers, minimal art, and those who adore all things Charley Harper • Giftable to a wide age range—from children to retirees, Charley Harper's charming illustrations and sweet stories appeal to all. • Add it to the collection of books like Charley Harper: An Illustrated Life by Todd Oldham and Charley Harper and Smithsonian Handbooks: Birds of North America by Fred J. Alsop III.
£18.04
Creative Paperbacks Living Wild: Hawks
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£11.40
Creative Paperbacks Seedlings: Eagles
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£10.44
WW Norton & Co Flight of the Diamond Smugglers: A Tale of
Book SynopsisFor nearly eighty years, a huge portion of coastal South Africa was closed off to the public. With many of its pits now deemed “overmined” and abandoned, American journalist Matthew Gavin Frank sets out across the infamous Diamond Coast to investigate an illicit trade that supplies a global market. Immediately, he became intrigued by the ingenious methods used in facilitating smuggling particularly, the illegal act of sneaking carrier pigeons onto mine property, affixing diamonds to their feet, and sending them into the air. Entering Die Sperrgebiet (“The Forbidden Zone”) is like entering an eerie ghost town, but Frank is surprised by the number of people willing—even eager—to talk with him. Soon he meets Msizi, a young diamond digger, and his pigeon, Bartholomew, who helps him steal diamonds. It’s a deadly game: pigeons are shot on sight by mine security, and Msizi knows of smugglers who have disappeared because of their crimes. For this, Msizi blames “Mr. Lester,” an evil tall-tale figure of mythic proportions. From the mining towns of Alexander Bay and Port Nolloth, through the “halfway” desert, to Kleinzee’s shores littered with shipwrecks, Frank investigates a long overlooked story. Weaving interviews with local diamond miners who raise pigeons in secret with harrowing anecdotes from former heads of security, environmental managers, and vigilante pigeon hunters, Frank reveals how these feathered bandits became outlaws in every mining town. Interwoven throughout this obsessive quest are epic legends in which pigeons and diamonds intersect, such as that of Krishna’s famed diamond Koh-i-Noor, the Mountain of Light, and that of the Cherokee serpent Uktena. In these strange connections, where truth forever tangles with the lore of centuries past, Frank is able to contextualize the personal grief that sent him, with his wife Louisa in the passenger seat, on this enlightening journey across parched lands. Blending elements of reportage, memoir, and incantation, Flight of the Diamond Smugglers is a rare and remarkable portrait of exploitation and greed in one of the most dangerous areas of coastal South Africa. With his sovereign prose and insatiable curiosity, Matthew Gavin Frank “reminds us that the world is a place of wonder if only we look” (Toby Muse).Trade Review"Intriguing.... With great eloquence, Matthew Gavin Frank weaves his personal losses into a riveting cultural tapestry. If Flight of the Diamond Smugglers induces justified discomfort about the dirty business of diamonds, it also rewards with a panoramic view of an ancient and mysterious trade." -- Martha Anne Toll - NPR"[A] rumination on brutality and resistance in the mines of South Africa. . . . The material in general — ghost towns, corporate cruelty, the centuries-old relationship between humans and a species almost magical in its abilities — is fabulous." -- Nate Blakeslee - New York Times Book Review"Unexpected connections abound in Frank's lyrical work . . . . [he] blends investigative journalism, historical research and rhapsodically written memoir to examine mankind's relentless exploitation of the Earth and all its creatures, including the humans themselves. . . . In refusing to romanticize the landscape or the piracy that takes place upon it, Frank's book suggests that perhaps what diamonds are forever really means is that so is avarice. But maybe so, too, is ‘the magic of the pigeons." -- Kathleen Rooney - Minneapolis Star Tribune"The humble pigeon gains a sense of grandeur as the author evokes a plethora of classical, mythical, and scientific accounts to paint a fascinating portrait of this commonplace species.... An attempt to capture and remember the collective tragedies and horror of the diamond mining industry.... Frank captures the Orwellian atmosphere.... examin[ing] the helplessness of the people who are trapped in this quagmire where hierarchies of race and class push them into making perilous decisions." -- Shweta Kumari - The Mantle"A perfect combination of memoir and investigative reporting.... a page-turning tale of suspense." -- Corné van Zyl - The South African"A work of strange beauty born of personal tragedy.... An often unsettling, thoroughly researched, poetically expressed mélange of memoir, historical analysis and philosophical meditation.... The narrative’s path is not linear; instead, Frank follows the flow of his prodigious curiosity.... Frank observes... with a sharp yet sympathetic eye.... Suspense builds as the pages turn.... there’s much to marvel at, from the far-reaching aftermath of diamond mining to the ways old memories have a hold on us. Readers will empathize with Frank’s efforts to process his grief and with Diamond Coast residents’ search for glints of hope in a grim desert. Through it all, pigeons soar in the sky and alight on the ground, offering companionship, a particular set of skills and thought-provoking fodder for metaphor." -- Linda M. Castellitto, Bookpage, starred review"Equal parts memoir and investigative reporting.... A page-turning tale of suspense.... With novelistic writing, Frank masterfully weaves a fast-paced history of South Africa's Diamond Coast, and the impact of De Beers controlling both the land and the government. His thorough reporting on mineworkers, their pigeons, and towns that have struggled in the wake of mine closures makes for compelling reading. The author excels in allowing people to speak for themselves, adding personal touches to a history of greed and trauma.... Frank writes a fascinating story of grief and history that will draw readers in from the first page. Must-read narrative nonfiction." -- Stephanie Sendaula, Library Journal, starred review"[T]he author [Frank] creates an intriguing and unusual blend of genres. Here he mixes natural history with anthropology and a twist of true crime in a tale of small-scale theft." -- Kirkus Reviews"For too long, the lowly pigeon has been seen as an urban nuisance, undeserving of our attention, and too common to be seen in a magical or heroic light. Matthew Gavin Frank’s compelling investigation into the bird’s unexpected role in the diamond trade is here to change that: Flight of the Diamond Smugglers is a lyrical portrait of a resilient species caught in the grinding gears of a cruel industry of extraction and exploitation." -- Kirk Wallace Johnson, author of The Feather Thief: Beauty, Obsession, and the Natural History Heist of the Century"From the depths of diamond pits where miners toil for starvation wages, to the skies above the South African coast where pigeons glide, Matthew Gavin Frank’s riveting exposé casts light on a little-known world that ensnares humans and animals alike in the pitiless pursuit of treasure and profit." -- Lauren Redniss, author of Oak Flat: A Fight for Sacred Land in the American West"A beautifully written book on diamond smuggling, the universe, life and much of what lies in between. . . . Throughout it all, this book reminds us that the world is a place of wonder if only we look." -- Toby Muse, author of Kilo: Inside the Cocaine Cartels—from the Jungles to the Streets"Hard-bitten and starkly poetic. Matthew Gavin Frank digs deep into South Africa’s brutal mining territories and strikes unlikely signs of life. The most precious gems in this story are, unexpectedly, flesh and feathers. An incredibly raw, personal, and original tale." -- Noah Strycker, author of Birding Without Borders: An Obsession, a Quest, and the Biggest Year in the World"This book is a rare gem indeed, smartly researched by someone with a big heart and a beautiful mind." -- Aimee Nezhukumatathil, author of World of Wonders: In Praise of Fireflies, Whale Sharks, and Other Astonishment
£19.94
Sasquatch Books The Hidden Lives of Owls: The Science and Spirit
Book SynopsisEmbark on an adventure into the world of owls, owl-watching, avian and the deep forest. Leigh Calvez pursues nine different owl species including the great horned, spotted and snowy. Calvez makes the science entertaining and accessible through the stories of the people who are obsessed with these birds and her own avian adventures in the field. The author entertainingly explores the questions about the human-animal connection, owl obsession, habitat, owl calls, social behaviour and mythology.Trade Review“Calvez probes the forest at night in search of answers to the mystery [of owls], exploring topics such as owl calls, social behavior and mythology attached to the species.”—The Chicago Tribune"[Calvez's] writing integrates the luscious imagery of her surroundings along with the scientific data and analysis... it creates such an engaging reading experience." —Owl Eye“Leigh Calvez enters the world of owls with a sense of wonder as wide-eyed as her subjects. The reader shares every discovery along the way in this winning and heartfelt exploration.”—Thor Hanson, author of Feathers and Bartholomew Quill“Almost like spying on the neighbors, Leigh joins the brother- and sisterhood of nocturnal birders who track and measure night birds for science and for love."—Kathleen Alcalá, author of The Deepest Roots “You’ll come away from this riveting book blessed with owl wisdom that will enlarge your world forever.”—Sy Montgomery, author of Birdology and The Soul of an Octopus “Informative as it is captivating, this book is a compelling window into the science and secrets of these guardians of the forest.” —Brenda Peterson, author of Build Me an Ark: A Life with Animals"Calvez writes with feeling and is obviously in awe of these mysterious creatures.”—Library Journal“This enthusiastic study of the owls of the Pacific Northwest may inspire new fans and citizen scientists.”—Shelf Awareness“Leigh Calvez shares what she calls her ‘owl journey’ in this beautiful book, which is full of sensitive observations and high drama."—Kristin von Kreisler, author of An Unexpected Grace and Earnest“An owling delight.”—The Owl Pages“An ode to the owl.”—The Washington Post“[An] illuminating journey.”—Sierra Magazine“Leigh Calvez shares many such trivia-friendly tidbits while providing the definitive histories of 11 owl species.” —Audubon Magazine "Entertaining and enlightening… a worthwhile and enjoyable read." —Birdwatch MagazinePNBA bestsellerWashington State Book Award Finalist
£16.14
Sasquatch Books Pacific Flyway: Waterbird Migration from the
Book SynopsisThe migratory waterbirds of the Pacific Flyway convert food, air, and water into a mileage plan that has few equals in the animal world. Set against a backdrop of stunning images from more than 120 internationally acclaimed photographers, this book shares the amazing stories of these migrants - a cast of characters that includes shorebirds, seabirds and waterfowl. Stretching from the Arctic regions of northeastern Russia, Alaska and western Canada and along the Pacific coastlines of North, Central and South America, the Pacific Flyway traverses some of our planet's greatest climatic and topographic extremes. Defined by water, the flyway encompasses a sweeping expanse of coastal and offshore marine ecosystems and an inland archipelago of freshwater wetlands. Hemispheric in scope, this integrated network of ecosystems is linked by its moving parts - the millions of migratory birds whose lives depend on this 10,000-mile (16,000-km) corridor as they travel between their breeding and overwintering grounds. With their ocean- and continent-spanning travels, waterbirds are our sentinels in a changing world, each of their journeys revealing the fraying edges of the web of life that sustains us all. 'Pacific Flyway' perfectly blends amazing photography, science writing and storytelling to illuminate the profound challenges faced by migratory birds and to inspire a long-term commitment to global conservation efforts.Trade Review"Visually stunning and expertly presented, [Pacific Flyway] spotlights bird migrations along the Pacific coast. In admiring prose, the authors marvel at seagulls, ducks, snow geese, and other 'feathered ambassadors.' Readers who want to learn about bird migrations will find this volume educational, while those simply in search of escape will find it a stimulating and scenic journey." --Publishers Weekly
£21.25
