Author: Gary Ritchison
Publisher: Stackpole Books
ISBN: 9780811727242
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 138
Book Description
One of North America's best recognized species is explored in-depth in this beautifully illustrated book. More than 150 color photos, many of them rare pictures, depict the bird in its natural habitat. Wild Bird Guides.
Downy Woodpecker
Author: Gary Ritchison
Publisher: Stackpole Books
ISBN: 9780811727242
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 138
Book Description
One of North America's best recognized species is explored in-depth in this beautifully illustrated book. More than 150 color photos, many of them rare pictures, depict the bird in its natural habitat. Wild Bird Guides.
Publisher: Stackpole Books
ISBN: 9780811727242
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 138
Book Description
One of North America's best recognized species is explored in-depth in this beautifully illustrated book. More than 150 color photos, many of them rare pictures, depict the bird in its natural habitat. Wild Bird Guides.
Lives of North American Birds
Author: Kenn Kaufman
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
ISBN: 9780618159888
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 708
Book Description
The bestselling natural history of birds, lavishly illustrated with 600 colorphotos, is now available for the first time in flexi binding.
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
ISBN: 9780618159888
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 708
Book Description
The bestselling natural history of birds, lavishly illustrated with 600 colorphotos, is now available for the first time in flexi binding.
Peterson Reference Guide To Woodpeckers of North America
Author: Stephen Shunk
Publisher: HarperCollins
ISBN: 0547840241
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 317
Book Description
A complete guide to the natural history, ecology, and conservation of North America’s twenty-three woodpecker species. From the iconic Woody Woodpecker to the ubiquitous Northern Flicker, woodpeckers have long captivated our attention. Their astonishing anatomy makes them one of the most specialized bird families in the world, and their keystone ecological roles in our forests and woodlands makes them some of the most important birds on the continent. This comprehensive and authoritative guide to the natural history, ecology, and conservation of North America’s twenty-three woodpecker species goes far beyond identification. It explores their unique anatomy and their fascinating and often comical behaviors; it covers each species’ North American conservation status; and it showcases over 250 stunning photographs of woodpeckers in their natural habitats, plus easy-to-read figures and range maps. This reference guide is an essential addition to every birder’s library.
Publisher: HarperCollins
ISBN: 0547840241
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 317
Book Description
A complete guide to the natural history, ecology, and conservation of North America’s twenty-three woodpecker species. From the iconic Woody Woodpecker to the ubiquitous Northern Flicker, woodpeckers have long captivated our attention. Their astonishing anatomy makes them one of the most specialized bird families in the world, and their keystone ecological roles in our forests and woodlands makes them some of the most important birds on the continent. This comprehensive and authoritative guide to the natural history, ecology, and conservation of North America’s twenty-three woodpecker species goes far beyond identification. It explores their unique anatomy and their fascinating and often comical behaviors; it covers each species’ North American conservation status; and it showcases over 250 stunning photographs of woodpeckers in their natural habitats, plus easy-to-read figures and range maps. This reference guide is an essential addition to every birder’s library.
The Humane Gardener
Author: Nancy Lawson
Publisher: Chronicle Books
ISBN: 1616896175
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 226
Book Description
In this eloquent plea for compassion and respect for all species, journalist and gardener Nancy Lawson describes why and how to welcome wildlife to our backyards. Through engaging anecdotes and inspired advice, profiles of home gardeners throughout the country, and interviews with scientists and horticulturalists, Lawson applies the broader lessons of ecology to our own outdoor spaces. Detailed chapters address planting for wildlife by choosing native species; providing habitats that shelter baby animals, as well as birds, bees, and butterflies; creating safe zones in the garden; cohabiting with creatures often regarded as pests; letting nature be your garden designer; and encouraging natural processes and evolution in the garden. The Humane Gardener fills a unique niche in describing simple principles for both attracting wildlife and peacefully resolving conflicts with all the creatures that share our world.
Publisher: Chronicle Books
ISBN: 1616896175
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 226
Book Description
In this eloquent plea for compassion and respect for all species, journalist and gardener Nancy Lawson describes why and how to welcome wildlife to our backyards. Through engaging anecdotes and inspired advice, profiles of home gardeners throughout the country, and interviews with scientists and horticulturalists, Lawson applies the broader lessons of ecology to our own outdoor spaces. Detailed chapters address planting for wildlife by choosing native species; providing habitats that shelter baby animals, as well as birds, bees, and butterflies; creating safe zones in the garden; cohabiting with creatures often regarded as pests; letting nature be your garden designer; and encouraging natural processes and evolution in the garden. The Humane Gardener fills a unique niche in describing simple principles for both attracting wildlife and peacefully resolving conflicts with all the creatures that share our world.
Woodpeckers
Author: Hans Winkler
Publisher: A&C Black
ISBN: 1408135043
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 684
Book Description
This comprehensive volume covers all of the 198 species of woodpeckers in the world. Each is beautifully illustrated in colour in its various plumages and described vividly and accurately, with complete information on its identifying characteristics, similar species, distribution, migration, habitat, geographical variations, voice, habits, food, and breeding behaviour. References for further research are also included. Woodpeckers is an essential addition to any birder's library.
Publisher: A&C Black
ISBN: 1408135043
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 684
Book Description
This comprehensive volume covers all of the 198 species of woodpeckers in the world. Each is beautifully illustrated in colour in its various plumages and described vividly and accurately, with complete information on its identifying characteristics, similar species, distribution, migration, habitat, geographical variations, voice, habits, food, and breeding behaviour. References for further research are also included. Woodpeckers is an essential addition to any birder's library.
Attract Birds
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Bird attracting
Languages : en
Pages : 16
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Bird attracting
Languages : en
Pages : 16
Book Description
Plants Honey Bees Use in the Ohio and Tennessee Valleys
Author: Shannon Trimboli
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780999632109
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Across the country, honey bees gather nectar and pollen from a wide variety of plants. However, the specific plants a hive uses depends on its location. Some plants only grow in certain parts of the country. Other plants grow across a wide range, but honey bees may use them more in some states than in others. Plants Honey Bees Use in the Ohio and Tennessee Valleys is the first book to focus on the plants used by honey bees in this area.Written by a beekeeper and wildlife biologist, Plants Honey Bees Use in the Ohio and Tennessee Valleys contains full color pictures and descriptions of over 175 plants organized by when they bloom. Also included are chapters about honey bees and their plight, honey bee foraging behavior, factors that influence nectar and pollen production throughout a plant¿s range, and planting for honey bees. Plants Honey Bees Use in the Ohio and Tennessee Valleys was written as a guide for anyone who is interested in honey bees. Whether you are a beekeeper who wants to know what flowers your bees are visiting, or a homeowner who wants to know what you can plant for honey bees, this book is for you.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780999632109
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Across the country, honey bees gather nectar and pollen from a wide variety of plants. However, the specific plants a hive uses depends on its location. Some plants only grow in certain parts of the country. Other plants grow across a wide range, but honey bees may use them more in some states than in others. Plants Honey Bees Use in the Ohio and Tennessee Valleys is the first book to focus on the plants used by honey bees in this area.Written by a beekeeper and wildlife biologist, Plants Honey Bees Use in the Ohio and Tennessee Valleys contains full color pictures and descriptions of over 175 plants organized by when they bloom. Also included are chapters about honey bees and their plight, honey bee foraging behavior, factors that influence nectar and pollen production throughout a plant¿s range, and planting for honey bees. Plants Honey Bees Use in the Ohio and Tennessee Valleys was written as a guide for anyone who is interested in honey bees. Whether you are a beekeeper who wants to know what flowers your bees are visiting, or a homeowner who wants to know what you can plant for honey bees, this book is for you.
Into the Nest
Author: Laura Erickson
Publisher: Storey Publishing
ISBN: 1612122299
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 209
Book Description
See the intimate lives of birds as never before! Laura Erikson and Marie Read document the family lives of more than 50 common North American birds through breathtaking close-up photography. Stunning images of hummingbirds, owls, tanagers, and more showcase different stages of avian development and capture the loving bond that exists within each bird family. Bird enthusiasts of all feathers will cherish these beautiful images of courting, nest construction, eggs, nestlings, feeding time, and much more.
Publisher: Storey Publishing
ISBN: 1612122299
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 209
Book Description
See the intimate lives of birds as never before! Laura Erikson and Marie Read document the family lives of more than 50 common North American birds through breathtaking close-up photography. Stunning images of hummingbirds, owls, tanagers, and more showcase different stages of avian development and capture the loving bond that exists within each bird family. Bird enthusiasts of all feathers will cherish these beautiful images of courting, nest construction, eggs, nestlings, feeding time, and much more.
Woodpeckers, Nuthatches and Creepers of New Jersey
Author: Leon Augustus Hausman
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Birds
Languages : en
Pages : 56
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Birds
Languages : en
Pages : 56
Book Description
Woodpeckers of North America
Author: Frances Backhouse
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781554075058
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
An examination of the biology and environment of all 28 species of the North American woodpecker and featuring 100 color photographs that show it in its natural habitat.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781554075058
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
An examination of the biology and environment of all 28 species of the North American woodpecker and featuring 100 color photographs that show it in its natural habitat.