The World of Birds by Jonathan Elphick (Hardcover, 2014)

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World Of Birds GC English Elphick Jonathan The Natural History Museum Hardback A little wear to the dust jacket. Small area of impact damage to one of the boards. A couple of small marks to the pages. Pages otherwise clean, flat and tightly bound.

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The World of Birds is a groundbreaking guide to every aspect of bird life and a complete survey of the world's orders and families of birds. Written by eminent natural history expert Jonathan Elphick and with special photography from award-winning wildlife photographer David Tipling, it is the ultimate companion for birders, wildlife enthusiasts and anyone wanting an accessible and accurate acccount of these amazing creatures. The book begins by examining the evolution of birds since the age of the dinosaurs. It then explores in greater detail each of the significant elements of bird life: bird biology including anatomy, physiology, the brain and senses, plumage, calls and songs; flight techniques and styles; food and feeding; bird lifestyles and social relationships; breeding, growth and development; bird geography and habitats; and migration. The second part of the book provides a comprehensive survey of the world's birds which includes an introduction to the 32 orders and a detailed account and concise fact panel for every one of the 196 families. A glossary, further reading list and two indexes ensure easy reference.With its clear, lively text and fact boxes, and sumptuous illustrations throughout - over 1,000 photographs, maps and diagrams - The World of Birds is a book everyone interested in birds should own.

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PublisherThe Natural History Museum
ISBN-139780565092375
eBay Product ID (ePID)213029024

Product Key Features

Publication Year2014
TopicWildlife
Book TitleThe World of Birds
Number of Pages608 Pages
LanguageEnglish
AuthorJonathan Elphick
FormatHardcover

Dimensions

Item Height280 mm
Item Weight2700 g
Item Width218 mm

Additional Product Features

Country/Region of ManufactureUnited Kingdom
Title_AuthorJonathan Elphick

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