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100 Birds & How They Got Their Names
by: Wells, Diana
In 1758 Linnaeus began sorting the names of plants, animals and birds
and we have been using his system every since. All scientific names are
Latinized, even if their origins are Greek or from the names of places
or people. Linnaeus's new system gave each creature, and plant, two names,
that of its genus (or kind) and that of its species (or individual characteristic).
He grouped genera into families and families into orders. An order (or
group of families) always has a name ending in the suffix "-iformes",
and a family name always ends with the suffix "-idae". The name
of the genus is a noun (capitalized), followed by the name of the species,
an adjective (not capitalized). Birds are also grouped into subfamilies,
tribes and qualifying specific names. The author not only explains how
the bird got it name, but also mentions the different ways we use their
names. For example, when we 'hoodwink' a person, we are using a term to
describe sealing the eyes of a hunting bird to keep it docile. A very
interesting book with illustrations of each bird. Each bird is talked
about in its own chapter. 297 pages.
c. 2002, H/C...$18.95
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A Field Guide To The Birds of Australia
by: Pizzey, Graham
Over 700 species illustrated in more than 1300 individual paintings (including
56 colour and 32 b/w plates) & 725 distribution maps. Field marks,
habitats, voice characteristics, breeding & nesting habits. 460 pgs.
c.1991, S/C, Rev...$14.95
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A Field Guide To The Birds Of East & Central Africa
by: Williams, J.G.
Identification & information guide of 459 species, described &
illustrated with 179 in color & 280 in B/W, of birds of Africa from
Southern Rhodesia to the Red Sea. Text gives details of plumage, size,
voice, flight, habitat & distribution. 288 pgs.
c. 1963, H/C...$12.50
Used, Out-Of-Print, Quantities Limited
Condition: Very Good with dust jacket, dust
jacket shows some wear
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A Field Guide To The Birds Of North America
by: Vanner, Michael
Identification & information guide on 180 of the commonest species
that are either native to North America or regular visitors to these shores.
Concise physical descriptions are given for each bird, both at rest and
at flight, and destinctive behavior patterns are also detailed. Birdsong
can also be key to identification and this has also been included where
relevant. Distribution maps, color photos. 256 pgs.
c. 2006, S/C...$9.95
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A Field Guide To The Birds Of Texas (And Adjacent States)
by: Peterson, Roger
Identification & Information guide. All the birds of Texas and
most of those found in New Mexico, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Louisiana are
illustrated here in 60 plates that show key features. Descriptions of
over 500 species, silhouttes, and comparisons of similar species help
with accurate identification. 304 pgs.
c. 1963, H/C...$8.50
Used, Out-Of-Print, Quantities Limited
Condition: Very Good
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A Field Guide to Little-Known & Seldom-Seen Birds of North America
by: Sill, Ben, Cathryn & John
A humerous look at birds that you will probably never see, such as the
long-range target duck and the white-line roadrunner. Both birders and
bird-watchers will soar in laughter as they study the fabulous species
catalogued in this field guide. As with any quality field guide, this
volume is replete with excellent illustrations, detailed descriptions,
observation hints, and range maps, but you will never look at our feathered
friends in quite the same way after you encounter these hilarious birds.While
there are many excellent field guides on the market, none include these
species. Only the Sills' guide hovers over the forefront of ornithological
discovery. It identifies thirty new species, each illustrated in detail
with brilliant watercolors by noted nature artist John Sill. Could possibly
call this a spoof on regular field guides. 82 pages, color illustrations
c. 1988, S/C... $8.95
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A Guide To Birding In Missouri
by: Palmer, Kay & Bill
No matter whether you are a beginning or life-long birder, this book will
assist you in finding the most birds in Missouri's best birding locations.
Written by Missouri's most accomplished birders and revised by the Audubon
Society of Missouri. It includes 143 locations, maps, bar graphs, birding
calendar, and a specialty species section. 264 pgs.
c. 2001, S/C, Spiral... $15.00
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A Guide to the Birds of Costa Rica
by: Stiles, F Gary & Skutch, Alexander F
Costa Rica, a country of no larger than West Virginia, hosts more than
830 species of birds, more than in all of North Amerian north of Mexico.
This lavishly illustrated book, with its full coverage of waterbirds and
migrants as well as resident tropical species, and its coverage of such
topics as plumages, vocalizations, food habits, nesting, and distribution,
is truly a guide to the birds themselves, not merely a guide to their
identification. The authors discuss some aspects of evolution, ecology,
and behavior of Costa Rican birds, and report on the costly and courageous
conservation efforts the country is making in face of discouraging odds.
The family and species accounts that follow, covering some 400 pages,
make up the bulk of the book, with 52 magnificent color plates illustrating
virtually ever species of Costa Rican bird, migrants as well as residents.
There are also practical tips for trips in the field and descriptions
of good birding locations, with specific directions for travel by car,
public transport, and on foot, as well as three maps. 511 pgs.
c. 1989, S/C, (Reg Price $39.95)...$27.50
Used
Condition: Very Good, name inside front cover
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A Hummingbird In My House: The Story Of Squeak
by: Heidcamp, Arnette
Anyone enchanted by the beauty and grace of hummingbirds will treasure
this lovable true story of Squeak, a young ruby-throated hummingbird who
becomes part of Arnette Hedcamp's life and household. 57 full-color photos;
10 drawings. 116 pgs.
c. 1991, H/C...$17.95
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A Hummingbird In My House: The Story Of Squeak
by: Heidcamp, Arnette
Anyone enchanted by the beauty and grace of hummingbirds will treasure
this lovable true story of Squeak, a young ruby-throated hummingbird who
becomes part of Arnette Hedcamp's life and household. 57 full-color photos;
10 drawings. 116 pgs.
c. 1991, H/C, Autographed Copy...$21.95
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A Photographic Guide To Birds Of Borneo
by: Davison, G.W.H. & Chew Yen Fook
Pocket size photographic identification & information guide. Easy to use
format with authoritative text describing key identification features.
Full-color photos illustrating each of the 252 species. Distinctive thumbnail
color tabs outlining each family group to enable quick identification.
144 pgs.
c. 1996, S/C...$15.95
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A Photographic Guide To Birds Of China Including Hong Kong
by:MacKinnon, John & Hicks, Nigel
Pocket size photographic identification & information guide. Easy to use
format with authoritative text describing key identification features.
Full-color photos illustrating each of the 252 species. Distinctive thumbnail
color tabs outlining each family group to enable quick identification.
144 pgs.
c. 1996, S/C...$15.95
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A Photographic Guide To Birds Of India & Nepal
by: Grewal, Bikram
Pocket size photographic identification & information guide. Easy to use
format with authoritative text describing key identification features.
Full-color photos illustrating each of the 252 species. Distinctive thumbnail
color tabs outlining each family group to enable quick identification.
144 pgs.
c. 1995, S/C...$15.95 |
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A Photographic Guide To Birds Of Namibia
by: Sinclair, Ian & Jackie
Pocket size photographic identification & information guide. Easy to use
format with authoritative text describing key identification features.
Full-color photos illustrating each of the 257 species. Distinctive thumbnail
tabs outlining each family group to enable quick identification. 144 pgs.
c. 1995, S/C...$15.95 |
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A Photographic Guide To Birds Of The Himalayas
by: Bikram Grewal & Otto Pfister
Pocket size photographic identification & information guide. Easy to use
format with authoritative text describing key identification features.
Full-color photos illustrating each of the 252 species. Distinctive thumbnail
color tabs outlining each family group to enable quick identification.
144 pgs.
c. 1998, S/C...$15.95 |
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A Photographic Guide To Birds Of The Philippines
by: Tim Fisher & Nigel Hicks
Pocket size photographic identification & information guide. Easy to use
format with authoritative text describing key identification features.
Full-color photos illustrating each of the 214 species. Distinctive thumbnail
color tabs outlining each family group to enable quick identification.
144 pgs.
c. 2000, S/C...$15.95 |
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A Photographic Guide To Birds Of The West Indies
by: G. Michael Flieg & Allan Sander
Pocket size photographic identification & information guide. Easy to use
format with authoritative text describing key identification features.
Full-color photos illustrating each of the 251 species. Distinctive thumbnail
color tabs outlining each family group to enable quick identification.
144 pgs.
c. 2000, S/C...$15.95 |
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A Photographic Guide To Southern African Birds
by: Sinclair, Ian
Pocket size photograpic identification & information guide.
c.1990, S/C...$14.95
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All About Attracting Hummingbirds & Butterflies (Ortho Book)
Edited
Millions of bird watchers, butterfly enthusiasts, and gardeners can enjoy
the fascinating hobby of enjoying hummingbirds and butterflies. This handbook
includes their favorite flowers, explanation of anatomy, life cycle, food
requirements, 15 plans for irresistible gardens, and information about
nectar and fruit feeders. 236 photos. 96 pgs.
c. 2001, S/C...$11.95
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