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Jonathan Alderfer (foreword by),
Tim Harris (editor) and
National Geographic Society ( (other contributor))
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Bibliographic Detail
Publisher
Natl Geographic Society
Publication date
April 21, 2009
Pages
384
Binding
Hardcover
Book category
Adult Non-Fiction
ISBN-13
9781426204036
ISBN-10
1426204035
Dimensions
1.25 by 7 by 9.75 in.
Weight
2.80 lbs.
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Publisher Out of Stock
Original list price
$35.00
§As reported by publisher
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Birds of the World | The World Atlas of Birds | Global Birding | National Geographic Backyard Guide to the Birds of North America | Birds of Paradise | Extreme Birds | National Geographic Animal Encyclopedia | The Stokes Field Guide to the Birds of North America | Extinct Birds
Birds of the World | The World Atlas of Birds | Global Birding | National Geographic Backyard Guide to the Birds of North America | Birds of Paradise | Extreme Birds | National Geographic Animal Encyclopedia | The Stokes Field Guide to the Birds of North America | Extinct Birds
Summaries and Reviews
Amazon.com description: Product Description: Covering every bird family on Earth, this definitive, easy-to-use volume is designed to inspire and inform both novice birders and experts who want an authoritative yet concise reference. Itâs a fascinating colorful guide to all the birds on our planet, their identification, structures and plumages, habitats, behaviors, and ranges.
The clear, accessible text provides a systematic presentation of information organized taxonomically by family based on the latest official guidelines, with detailed and accurate descriptions for each, worldwide distribution maps for every family, and carefully selected profiles of 500 representative species. The bookâs illustrations include both spectacular and informative color photography by the worldâs leading wildlife photographers as well as the superb artwork birders have come to expect from National Geographic. Illustrated sidebars complement the family accounts, exploring everything from the courtship dance of the Birds of Paradise to the Harpy Eagleâs predatory tactics. The text is wrapped up by a useful glossary and a detailed index that puts an astonishing range of information at the readerâs fingertips.
The clear, accessible text provides a systematic presentation of information organized taxonomically by family based on the latest official guidelines, with detailed and accurate descriptions for each, worldwide distribution maps for every family, and carefully selected profiles of 500 representative species. The bookâs illustrations include both spectacular and informative color photography by the worldâs leading wildlife photographers as well as the superb artwork birders have come to expect from National Geographic. Illustrated sidebars complement the family accounts, exploring everything from the courtship dance of the Birds of Paradise to the Harpy Eagleâs predatory tactics. The text is wrapped up by a useful glossary and a detailed index that puts an astonishing range of information at the readerâs fingertips.
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Hardcover
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With National Geographic Society (other contributor), Jonathan Alderfer (other contributor) |
from Natl Geographic Society (April 21, 2009)
9781426204036 | details & prices | 384 pages | 7.00 × 9.75 × 1.25 in. | 2.80 lbs | List price $35.00
About: Covering every bird family on Earth, this definitive, easy-to-use volume is designed to inspire and inform both novice birders and experts who want an authoritative yet concise reference.
About: Covering every bird family on Earth, this definitive, easy-to-use volume is designed to inspire and inform both novice birders and experts who want an authoritative yet concise reference.
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