Author: Frank Finn
Publisher:
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Category : Anatidae
Languages : en
Pages : 184
Book Description
The Water Fowl of India and Asia
Author: Frank Finn
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Anatidae
Languages : en
Pages : 184
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Anatidae
Languages : en
Pages : 184
Book Description
Wildfowl of Europe, Asia and North America
Author: Sebastien Reeber
Publisher: Christopher Helm Publishers, Incorporated
ISBN: 9781472912343
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 655
Book Description
Wildfowl of Europe, Asia and North America is a comprehensive reference summarisingcurrent knowledge on the identification of the different species and subspeciesof ducks, geese and swans in Europe, Asia and North America - in essence theHolarctic zoogeographical region. The detailed species accounts cover taxonomy,specific and subspecific identification features, determination of age and sex,geographic variation, measurements, voice, moult and hybridisation. Inaddition, the current status of each species is treated with up-to-dateinformation on distribution, population size, habitat and life-cycle. The textis complemented by 650 colour photos, almost all taken in the wild, and 72 colourplates painted by the author and featuring over 920 individual artworks.Together, these represent most of the plumages of each of the 84 speciestreated in this book, as well as more than 100 hybrids that are observed moreor less regularly in the wild. The photos are provided with captions that focuson the most important features, and the plates are accompanied by succinctcaption text and distribution maps. This new identification guide provides an unrivalled level of detail and a wealthof information and illustrations. It will be an essential reference for anyoneinterested in the ducks, geese and swans of Eurasia and North America.
Publisher: Christopher Helm Publishers, Incorporated
ISBN: 9781472912343
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 655
Book Description
Wildfowl of Europe, Asia and North America is a comprehensive reference summarisingcurrent knowledge on the identification of the different species and subspeciesof ducks, geese and swans in Europe, Asia and North America - in essence theHolarctic zoogeographical region. The detailed species accounts cover taxonomy,specific and subspecific identification features, determination of age and sex,geographic variation, measurements, voice, moult and hybridisation. Inaddition, the current status of each species is treated with up-to-dateinformation on distribution, population size, habitat and life-cycle. The textis complemented by 650 colour photos, almost all taken in the wild, and 72 colourplates painted by the author and featuring over 920 individual artworks.Together, these represent most of the plumages of each of the 84 speciestreated in this book, as well as more than 100 hybrids that are observed moreor less regularly in the wild. The photos are provided with captions that focuson the most important features, and the plates are accompanied by succinctcaption text and distribution maps. This new identification guide provides an unrivalled level of detail and a wealthof information and illustrations. It will be an essential reference for anyoneinterested in the ducks, geese and swans of Eurasia and North America.
Waterfowl of North America, Europe, and Asia
Author: Sébastien Reeber
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780691162669
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
"This is the ultimate guide for anyone who wants to identify the ducks, geese, and swans of North America, Europe, and Asia. With 72 stunning color plates (that include more than 920 drawings), over 650 superb photos, and in-depth descriptions, this book brings together the most current information on 84 species of Eurasian and North American waterfowl, and on more than 100 hybrids. The guide delves into taxonomy, identification features, determination of age and sex, geographic variations, measurements, voice, molt, and hybridization. In addition, the status of each species is treated with up-to-date details on distribution, population size, habitats, and life cycle. Color plates and photos are accompanied by informative captions and 85 distribution maps are also provided. Taken together, this is an unrivaled, must-have reference for any birder with an interest in the world's waterfowl."--Publisher's description.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780691162669
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
"This is the ultimate guide for anyone who wants to identify the ducks, geese, and swans of North America, Europe, and Asia. With 72 stunning color plates (that include more than 920 drawings), over 650 superb photos, and in-depth descriptions, this book brings together the most current information on 84 species of Eurasian and North American waterfowl, and on more than 100 hybrids. The guide delves into taxonomy, identification features, determination of age and sex, geographic variations, measurements, voice, molt, and hybridization. In addition, the status of each species is treated with up-to-date details on distribution, population size, habitats, and life cycle. Color plates and photos are accompanied by informative captions and 85 distribution maps are also provided. Taken together, this is an unrivaled, must-have reference for any birder with an interest in the world's waterfowl."--Publisher's description.
Cyclopaedia of India and of Eastern and Southern Asia, Commercial, Industrial and Scientific
Author:
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Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 1230
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 1230
Book Description
Catalogue of Helminths of Waterfowl (Anatidae)
Author: Malcolm Edwin McDonald
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Anatidae
Languages : en
Pages : 704
Book Description
This catalogue summarizes the information available on each helminth reported as a parasite of waterfowl ("waterfowl" is used here as a term for the Anatidae only): the names applied to it, its life history, hosts, location in the host, geographical distribution, frequency of record in waterfowl, and importance as a cause of disease. This paper is incomplete in certain respects; no general catalogue can include all the pertinent literature of the world and new information is constantly being added. About 120 papers each year record data and describe about 15 new species of helminths in waterfowl.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Anatidae
Languages : en
Pages : 704
Book Description
This catalogue summarizes the information available on each helminth reported as a parasite of waterfowl ("waterfowl" is used here as a term for the Anatidae only): the names applied to it, its life history, hosts, location in the host, geographical distribution, frequency of record in waterfowl, and importance as a cause of disease. This paper is incomplete in certain respects; no general catalogue can include all the pertinent literature of the world and new information is constantly being added. About 120 papers each year record data and describe about 15 new species of helminths in waterfowl.
The Avicultural Magazine
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Birds
Languages : en
Pages : 494
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Birds
Languages : en
Pages : 494
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Wildlife Review
Author:
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Category : Wildlife conservation
Languages : en
Pages : 384
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Wildlife conservation
Languages : en
Pages : 384
Book Description
Photographic Guide to the Birds of India
Author: Bikram Grewal
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
ISBN: 1462914853
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 515
Book Description
Periplus is proud to present the first comprehensive photographic guide to the birds of the Indian subcontinent. This ebook offers over 800 species and distinct sub-species and contains over 1,000 full-color photographs. Each species has a distribution map. Many of the photographs in this magnificent volume appear for the first time and have been carefully selected to show the most important features of the species illustrated. In several cases, different plumages or flight shots are included. The concise text provided vital information on the plumages, voice and habits of each species covered and includes new information. Over a hundred related species are also mentioned in the texts. The maps are accompanied by a note on the status and distribution. This ebook will enable accurate field identification in one of the world's most diverse avifaunal regions. Indispensable reading for all bird lovers.
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
ISBN: 1462914853
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 515
Book Description
Periplus is proud to present the first comprehensive photographic guide to the birds of the Indian subcontinent. This ebook offers over 800 species and distinct sub-species and contains over 1,000 full-color photographs. Each species has a distribution map. Many of the photographs in this magnificent volume appear for the first time and have been carefully selected to show the most important features of the species illustrated. In several cases, different plumages or flight shots are included. The concise text provided vital information on the plumages, voice and habits of each species covered and includes new information. Over a hundred related species are also mentioned in the texts. The maps are accompanied by a note on the status and distribution. This ebook will enable accurate field identification in one of the world's most diverse avifaunal regions. Indispensable reading for all bird lovers.
How to Know the Indian Waders
Author: Frank Finn
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Birds
Languages : en
Pages : 260
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Birds
Languages : en
Pages : 260
Book Description
The Game Birds of India and Asia
Author: Frank Finn
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Game and game-birds
Languages : en
Pages : 222
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Game and game-birds
Languages : en
Pages : 222
Book Description