This manual covers "The Migration of Birds: Seasons on the Wing" by Janice M. Hughes, published by Firefly Books. This comprehensive work explores the phenomenon of bird migration, detailing recent research, unanswered questions, and the impact of technological innovations. It features over 70 full-color photographs, maps illustrating migration routes, and illustrations explaining the mechanics of flight. The text is engaging, authoritative, and covers bird migration throughout human history, the fundamental aspects of avian migration, the physics of flight, navigation methods used by birds, and the challenges facing migratory species.
The purpose of this manual is to provide a detailed resource for understanding bird migration. It is intended for birders, naturalists, conservationists, and general readers interested in the subject. The content is structured to explain the "why" and "how" of bird migration, offering insights into the incredible journeys undertaken by these creatures. It delves into specific examples and profiles of various bird species, making complex scientific information accessible and fascinating.
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.
Author: Hughes, Janice
Publisher: Firefly Books
Illustration: n
Language: ENG
Title: The Migration of Birds: Seasons on the Wing
Pages: 00208 (Encrypted EPUB)
On Sale: 2011-12-23
SKU-13/ISBN: 9781554074327
Category: Nature : Birdwatching Guides
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.
Author: Hughes, Janice
Publisher: Firefly Books
Illustration: n
Language: ENG
Title: The Migration of Birds: Seasons on the Wing
Pages: 00208 (Encrypted EPUB)
On Sale: 2011-12-23
SKU-13/ISBN: 9781554074327
Category: Nature : Birdwatching Guides
