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Bezig met laden... The Migration of Birds: Seasons on the Wing (editie 2009)door Janice M. Hughes
Informatie over het werkThe Migration of Birds: Seasons on the Wing door Janice M. Hughes
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 The Migration of Birds is a fun read that blends sound scholarship, clear writing, superb illustrations, and an occasional twist of humor, in an enjoyable historical context that leads the reader from prehistoric hunters through a maze of folklore and great moments of discovery to the technological and molecular nuances that have shaped our understanding and awe of bird migration. The little extras that provide insight into the behavioral ecology of birds, the history of our ‘discovery’ of migration, and current conservation problems made this a tough book to put down. Hughes is gifted with the ability to explain complex subjects in a language that any reasonably intelligent person can understand. The Migration of Birds is even more important in these times of global warming, and therefore, should be of interest to ornithologists and amateur bird-lovers alike At once both scholarly and accessible, this remarkable book provides the most comprehensive up-to-date exploration of bird migration available today. Hughes takes us on our own richly illustrated journey, from Aristotle to cutting edge research. The more we discover, the more we humans are privileged to marvel at the wonders and mysteries of bird migration. This book is a must for anyone wishing to explore these wonders.
Why do birds migrate -- and just how do they do it? The Migration of Birds is a comprehensive illustrated presentation of the mysteries of bird migration. Ornithologist Janice M. Hughes describes the findings of the most recent research and surveys as-yet-unanswered questions. She unravels the exciting contributions of cutting-edge technological innovations and scientific developments. Over 70 stunning full-color photographs show some of the world's most dauntless voyagers. Maps show migration routes, and illustrations depict the mechanics of flying. The text is engaging and straightforward as well as authoritative and comprehensive, covering: Bird migration through human history, with profiles of Chinese cranes and phalaropes The five Ws of avian migration, with profiles of shrikes and Arctic terns The phenomenon of flight, with profiles of wheatears and dippers How birds find their way, with profiles of redwings, fieldfares and Bohemian waxwings Migratory birds in peril. This book will fascinate birders, naturalists and conservationists as well as general readers. Geen bibliotheekbeschrijvingen gevonden. |
LibraryThing-AuteurJanice M. Hughes is een LibraryThing auteur: een auteur die zijn persoonlijke bibliotheek toont op LibraryThing. Actuele discussiesGeenPopulaire omslagen  
 Google Books — Bezig met laden...GenresDewey Decimale Classificatie (DDC)598.1568Natural sciences and mathematics Zoology Birds Specific topics [Reptiles now at 597.9] Habits and behavior [Ichthyosauria now at 567.93] Life cycle MigrationLC-classificatieWaarderingGemiddelde: (5)
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