Author: Bruce Burk
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Birds
Languages : en
Pages : 256
Book Description
Complete Waterfowl Studies: Dabbling & whistling ducks
Author: Bruce Burk
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Birds
Languages : en
Pages : 256
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Birds
Languages : en
Pages : 256
Book Description
Waterfowl Ecology and Management
Author: Guy A. Baldassarre
Publisher: Krieger Publishing Company
ISBN:
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 592
Book Description
Baldaserre & Bolen addresses several aspects of waterfowl ecology and management. This second edition includes 16 'infoboxes, ' which are stand-alone inserts in the various chapters. The infoboxes present information on important waterfowl people, places, and issues
Publisher: Krieger Publishing Company
ISBN:
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 592
Book Description
Baldaserre & Bolen addresses several aspects of waterfowl ecology and management. This second edition includes 16 'infoboxes, ' which are stand-alone inserts in the various chapters. The infoboxes present information on important waterfowl people, places, and issues
Ducks, Geese, and Swans of North America
Author: Guy Baldassarre
Publisher: JHU Press
ISBN: 1421408082
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 1183
Book Description
The best-selling and authoritative reference book on waterfowl has been fully revised and updated by one of the world’s most respected waterfowl biologists. Honorable Mention for the PROSE Award for Excellence, Multivolume/Science of the Association of American Publishers Ducks, Geese, and Swans of North America has been hailed as a classic since the first edition was published in 1942. A must-have for professional biologists, birders, waterfowl hunters, decoy collectors, and wildlife managers, this fully revised and updated edition provides definitive information on the continent's forty-six species. Maps of both winter and breeding ranges are presented with stunning images by top waterfowl photographers and the acclaimed original artwork of Robert W. (Bob) Hines. Originally authored by F. H. Kortright and later revised by Frank Bellrose, this latest edition, which has been meticulously updated by renowned waterfowl biologist Guy Baldassarre, continues the legacy of esteemed authors. Each species account contains in-depth sections on: • identification • distribution • migration behavior • habitat • population status • breeding biology • rearing of young • recruitment and survival • food habits and feeding ecology • molts and plumages • conservation and management To facilitate identification, the species accounts also include detailed illustrations of wings. An appendix contains comparative illustrations of ducklings, goslings, and cygnets. This edition of Ducks, Geese, and Swans consists of two volumes, printed in full color, and packaged in a slipcase, along with a CD containing references and additional maps.
Publisher: JHU Press
ISBN: 1421408082
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 1183
Book Description
The best-selling and authoritative reference book on waterfowl has been fully revised and updated by one of the world’s most respected waterfowl biologists. Honorable Mention for the PROSE Award for Excellence, Multivolume/Science of the Association of American Publishers Ducks, Geese, and Swans of North America has been hailed as a classic since the first edition was published in 1942. A must-have for professional biologists, birders, waterfowl hunters, decoy collectors, and wildlife managers, this fully revised and updated edition provides definitive information on the continent's forty-six species. Maps of both winter and breeding ranges are presented with stunning images by top waterfowl photographers and the acclaimed original artwork of Robert W. (Bob) Hines. Originally authored by F. H. Kortright and later revised by Frank Bellrose, this latest edition, which has been meticulously updated by renowned waterfowl biologist Guy Baldassarre, continues the legacy of esteemed authors. Each species account contains in-depth sections on: • identification • distribution • migration behavior • habitat • population status • breeding biology • rearing of young • recruitment and survival • food habits and feeding ecology • molts and plumages • conservation and management To facilitate identification, the species accounts also include detailed illustrations of wings. An appendix contains comparative illustrations of ducklings, goslings, and cygnets. This edition of Ducks, Geese, and Swans consists of two volumes, printed in full color, and packaged in a slipcase, along with a CD containing references and additional maps.
Waterfowl Carving with J. D. Sprankle
Author: Roger Schroeder
Publisher: Stackpole Books
ISBN: 9780811730945
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 230
Book Description
Fully illustrated guide to carving and painting decorative ducks. Field and painting notes, including working patterns of 25 species of ducks, hens, and drakes.
Publisher: Stackpole Books
ISBN: 9780811730945
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 230
Book Description
Fully illustrated guide to carving and painting decorative ducks. Field and painting notes, including working patterns of 25 species of ducks, hens, and drakes.
Complete Waterfowl Studies: Diving ducks
Author: Bruce Burk
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 288
Book Description
A comprehensive, in-depth study of North American waterfowl. This study is covered in three lavishly illustrated volumes. Volume II covers ducks of the deeper waters, often salty, who have marvelously adapted themselves to feeding below the surface, sometimes at incredible depths.
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 288
Book Description
A comprehensive, in-depth study of North American waterfowl. This study is covered in three lavishly illustrated volumes. Volume II covers ducks of the deeper waters, often salty, who have marvelously adapted themselves to feeding below the surface, sometimes at incredible depths.
Waterfowl of the World
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781591522942
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Through the images of award-winning photographer Gary Kramer and the words of Kramer and Greg Mensik, Waterfowl of the World takes readers on a visual and literary journey in search of all 167 species of ducks, geese, and swans on Earth. Among these are a few on the brink of extinction, like the Madagascar Pocharand Brazilian Merganser; and those that are struggling, such as the White-winged Duck and Baer's Pochard.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781591522942
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Through the images of award-winning photographer Gary Kramer and the words of Kramer and Greg Mensik, Waterfowl of the World takes readers on a visual and literary journey in search of all 167 species of ducks, geese, and swans on Earth. Among these are a few on the brink of extinction, like the Madagascar Pocharand Brazilian Merganser; and those that are struggling, such as the White-winged Duck and Baer's Pochard.
Decorative Decoy Carver's Ultimate Painting & Pattern Portfolio, Revised Edition
Author: Bruce Burk
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
ISBN: 1607655276
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 393
Book Description
· Legendary carver Bruce Burk helped launch the art of contemporary bird carving, and this new edition brings his out-of-print seminal work to life for a new generation of carvers · A classic portfolio of a master artist’s detailed color patterns and finishing tips and techniques · Covers both the drakes and hens of 16 popular and beautiful species · Features full size patterns, full color paint patterns, and detailed paint mixing instructions · Includes practical advice on photography, color, competitions and working with patterns
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
ISBN: 1607655276
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 393
Book Description
· Legendary carver Bruce Burk helped launch the art of contemporary bird carving, and this new edition brings his out-of-print seminal work to life for a new generation of carvers · A classic portfolio of a master artist’s detailed color patterns and finishing tips and techniques · Covers both the drakes and hens of 16 popular and beautiful species · Features full size patterns, full color paint patterns, and detailed paint mixing instructions · Includes practical advice on photography, color, competitions and working with patterns
Ornithological Biography
Author: John James Audubon
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 564
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 564
Book Description
Waterfowl in Iowa
Author: Jack W. Musgrove
Publisher: Hamlin Press
ISBN: 9781447418863
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 146
Book Description
Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.
Publisher: Hamlin Press
ISBN: 9781447418863
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 146
Book Description
Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.
Game Bird Carving
Author: Bruce Burk
Publisher: Skyhorse Publishing
ISBN: 9781616081317
Category : Decoys (Hunting)
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
With helpful photos and useful tips, this is a valuable and importantreference.Jay Cassell, Deputy Editor, Field &...
Publisher: Skyhorse Publishing
ISBN: 9781616081317
Category : Decoys (Hunting)
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
With helpful photos and useful tips, this is a valuable and importantreference.Jay Cassell, Deputy Editor, Field &...