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Hovering, gliding, diving -- how do birds do it? BIRDS: NATURE''S MAGNIFICENT FLYING MACHINES looks at how feathers, body structure, and wings vary from bird to bird. Readers will learn the mechanics of bird flight from takeoff to landing and discover how wing types meet the survival needs of each species. Popular science writer Caroline Arnold infuses this informative look at avian flight with her love of birds. Patricia J. Wynne''s exquisitely detailed illustrations show these amazing creatures in action.

Birds: Nature's Magnificent Flying Machines

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A Paperback / softback by Caroline Arnold, Patricia J. Wynne

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    Publisher: Charlesbridge Publishing,U.S.
    Publication Date: 01/07/2003
    ISBN13: 9781570915727, 978-1570915727
    ISBN10: 1570915725
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    Nature and the natural world: general interest Zoology: birds (ornithology)

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    Book Synopsis
    Hovering, gliding, diving -- how do birds do it? BIRDS: NATURE''S MAGNIFICENT FLYING MACHINES looks at how feathers, body structure, and wings vary from bird to bird. Readers will learn the mechanics of bird flight from takeoff to landing and discover how wing types meet the survival needs of each species. Popular science writer Caroline Arnold infuses this informative look at avian flight with her love of birds. Patricia J. Wynne''s exquisitely detailed illustrations show these amazing creatures in action.

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