Description
Book SynopsisA large and spectacular bird of prey, the Goshawk lives in boreal forests throughout the Northern hemisphere. The Goshawk is an authoritative yet highly readable monograph of the species.
Trade Review'This fine book will serve equally as the standard reference for biologists and birders as well as providing delight for anyone with a more general interest in wildlife.' BBC Wildlife (December 2006) 'This is the type of bird book you wish everyone could write: full of fascinating information but written in an entertaining, easy-to-read, almost confiding style.' Cage & Aviary Birds (May 2007) 'Raptor enthusiasts will love this book.' Birding World (June 2007) 'This long awaited title in the acclaimed Poyser series of species monographs is an authoritative, well-written and nicely produced volume... Kenward's unparalleled knowledge and intimate relationship with his subject make this book an interesting read.' Birdwatch (October 2007) '[This] volume will remain an insightful overview and contemporary reference for many years... I found this book both interesting and stimulating. I strongly recommend it for both professional and enthusiast.' British Birds (September 2007)
Table of ContentsPrologue Foreword 1 Names, Races and Relatives 2 Weights and Measures 3 Nesting and Laying 4 Incubation and Rearing 5 Markers and Movements 6 Diet and Foraging 7 Prey Selection and Predation Pressures 8 Death and Demography 9 Falconry and Management Measures 10 Conservation Through Protection and Use Appendices 1 Scientific names of vertebrates mentioned in the text 2 Sources for figures that used data from more than ten publications
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