Description
Discover the awe-inspiring world of avian life with 'What Is a Bird?' This comprehensive volume takes readers on an enlightening journey through the rich diversity of approximately 10,000 bird species that inhabit every corner of our planet. From the whimsical bee hummingbird to the majestic ostrich, this book showcases the remarkable adaptations and unique characteristics that make birds one of Earth's most successful animal groups. Perfect for bird enthusiasts and casual readers alike, 'What Is a Bird?' delves deep into the intricate morphology, internal anatomy, and fascinating ecology of these extraordinary creatures.
Illustrated with hundreds of vibrant color photographs, this book offers a breathtaking visual experience, bringing to life the intricate details of feathers, beaks, and more through advanced scanning electron microscope imagery. Each page highlights not just the beauty of the birds but also their complex behaviors and the ecological roles they play in their respective habitats.
Gain valuable insights into our relationship with birds—exploring both our deep-rooted fascination and the urgent conservation challenges they face in a rapidly changing world. Whether you're a seasoned birder or an armchair naturalist, 'What Is a Bird?' serves as an essential resource and a beautiful celebration of avian life.
Please note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW. ISBN: 9780691200163. Format: Trade binding. Year: 2021. Publisher: Princeton University Press.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780691200163
Format: Trade binding
Year: 2021
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Description:
There are some 10,000 bird species in existence today, occupying every continent and virtually every habitat on Earth. The variety of bird species is truly astounding, from the tiny bee hummingbird to the large flightless ostrich, making birds one of the most diverse and successful animal groups on the planet. Taking you inside the extraordinary world of birds, What Is a Bird? explores all aspects of these remarkable creatures, providing an up-close look at their morphology, unique internal anatomy and physiology, fascinating and varied behaviour, and ecology. It features hundreds of colour illustrations and draws on a broad range of examples, from the familiar backyard sparrow to the most exotic birds of paradise.
A must-have book for birders and armchair naturalists, What Is a Bird? is a celebration of the rich complexity of bird life.
An absorbing and beautifully presented exploration of the natural history of birds
Integrates physiological adaptations with ecology and behavior
Features a wealth of color photographs and explanatory figures
Uses scanning electron microscope imagery to provide a rare close-up view of structures not normally visible
Provides insights into our complex relationship with birds, from our enduring fascination with them to the threats they face and the challenges of conservation
Illustrated with hundreds of vibrant color photographs, this book offers a breathtaking visual experience, bringing to life the intricate details of feathers, beaks, and more through advanced scanning electron microscope imagery. Each page highlights not just the beauty of the birds but also their complex behaviors and the ecological roles they play in their respective habitats.
Gain valuable insights into our relationship with birds—exploring both our deep-rooted fascination and the urgent conservation challenges they face in a rapidly changing world. Whether you're a seasoned birder or an armchair naturalist, 'What Is a Bird?' serves as an essential resource and a beautiful celebration of avian life.
Please note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW. ISBN: 9780691200163. Format: Trade binding. Year: 2021. Publisher: Princeton University Press.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780691200163
Format: Trade binding
Year: 2021
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Description:
There are some 10,000 bird species in existence today, occupying every continent and virtually every habitat on Earth. The variety of bird species is truly astounding, from the tiny bee hummingbird to the large flightless ostrich, making birds one of the most diverse and successful animal groups on the planet. Taking you inside the extraordinary world of birds, What Is a Bird? explores all aspects of these remarkable creatures, providing an up-close look at their morphology, unique internal anatomy and physiology, fascinating and varied behaviour, and ecology. It features hundreds of colour illustrations and draws on a broad range of examples, from the familiar backyard sparrow to the most exotic birds of paradise.
A must-have book for birders and armchair naturalists, What Is a Bird? is a celebration of the rich complexity of bird life.
An absorbing and beautifully presented exploration of the natural history of birds
Integrates physiological adaptations with ecology and behavior
Features a wealth of color photographs and explanatory figures
Uses scanning electron microscope imagery to provide a rare close-up view of structures not normally visible
Provides insights into our complex relationship with birds, from our enduring fascination with them to the threats they face and the challenges of conservation