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Birdscaping in the Midwest: A Guide to Gardening with Native Plants
to Attract Birds
by: Nowak, Mariette
Go beyond bird feeders! Learn how to create outstanding bird habitats
in your own yard with native plants that offer food, cover, and nesting
sites for birds. This guide is packed with color photographs, sage advice,
detailed instructions, and garden plans. It features nine different habitat
gardens for hummingbirds, bluebirds, wintering birds, migrant birds, and
birds that frequent prairies, wetlands, lakes, shrublands, and woodlands,
along with advice about maintaining your plantings and augmenting them
with nest boxes, birdbaths, misters, and perches. The information on recommended
plant species includes their native ranges in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa,
Ohio, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, and Wisconsin; the birds they attract;
their visual characteristics; and their cultivation. Mariette Nowak also
describes how gardeners featured in this book have gone beyond their own
garden gates to work for the protection and restoration of bird habitat
in their neighborhoods and communities. "Birdscaping in the Midwest"
provides many sources of further information, including publications,
websites, organizations, and native plant nurseries. Color photos. 336
pgs
c. 2012, S/C... $34.95
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Birdscaping Your Garden: A Practical Guide To Backyard Birds &
The Plants That Attract Them
by: Adams, George
Adams explains how birds use plants in their daily & seasonal activities,
then shows you how to turn your own yard into a birdscape - a special
landscape designed to attract birds. He explains what you need to include
in your birdscape to meet the birds' basic needs: food, water, nest sites,
cover & shelter. He also presents encyclopedia type information of
backyard birds ( you'll learn to know each bird by sight & song, what
conditions it prefers, its habits & favorite foods) & the plants
that attract them (including descriptions, landscape tips & growing
how-to) covering over 100 tress, shrubs, vines, groundcovers, grasses,
perennials & annuals. Color photos & range maps. 208 pgs.
c. 1994, H/C, (Regular Price $29.95)...$22.50
Used, Out-Of-Print, Quantities Limited
Condition: Very Good with dust jacket, ex-library,
usual library markings otherwise like new
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Birdscaping Your Garden: A Practical Guide To Backyard Birds &
The Plants That Attract Them
by: Adams, George
Adams explains how birds use plants in their daily & seasonal activities,
then shows you how to turn your own yard into a birdscape - a special
landscape designed to attract birds. He explains what you need to include
in your birdscape to meet the birds' basic needs: food, water, nest sites,
cover & shelter. He also presents encyclopedia type information of
backyard birds ( you'll learn to know each bird by sight & song, what
conditions it prefers, its habits & favorite foods) & the plants
that attract them (including descriptions, landscape tips & growing
how-to) covering over 100 tress, shrubs, vines, groundcovers, grasses,
perennials & annuals. Color photos & range maps. 208 pgs.
c. 1994, H/C...$29.95
Out-Of-Print, Quantities Limited
Condition: Like New
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Birdwatching in St. Charles County
by: Holland, Angela & McGraw, Drew
An ecotourism guide to 80 of the most common species of birds found in
St. Charles County (Missouri). Illustrations. 44 pgs.
c. 1995, Booklet... $5.00
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Bluebirds!
by: Grooms, Steve
Species, nest box, establishing a relationship, beautiful photographs.
158 pgs.
c.1991...S/C...$16.95 |
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Bluebirds & Their Survival
by: Davis, Wayne & Roca, Philippe
In this detailed and lavishly illustrated how-to book, bluebird expert
Wayne H. Davis tells how to attract and care for this beautiful and gentle
bird and offers solutions to the most common bluebird problems. Davis
shares plans for nesting and feeding structures, including his specially
designed Kentucky Bluebird Box. 48 color photos. 16 figures. 154 pgs.
c. 1995, S/C...$15.95
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Bluebirds & Their Survival
by: Davis, Wayne & Roca, Philippe
In this detailed and lavishly illustrated how-to book, bluebird expert
Wayne H. Davis tells how to attract and care for this beautiful and gentle
bird and offers solutions to the most common bluebird problems. Davis
shares plans for nesting and feeding structures, including his specially
designed Kentucky Bluebird Box. 48 color photos. 16 figures. 154 pgs.
c.1995, H/C, (Regular Price $18.95)...$15.95
Used
Condition: Very Good, ex-library, usual
library markings otherwise like new
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Bluebirds Forever
by: Toops, Connie
Thoroughly explores the migratory, mating and nesting habits of eastern,
mountain and western bluebirds. The author unravels their mysterious decline
and explains how to entice bluebirds to nest in your area. A special sixteen-page
workshop section contains easy-to-build bluebird house plans and predator
guards. 128 pages, color photos
c. 1994, H/C... $35.00
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Bluebirds In My House
by: Heidcamp, Arnette
Covers all three species of bluebirds found in the United States; the
Eastern bluebird (Sialia sialis), the Western bluebird (Sialia mexicana)
and the mountain bluebird (Sialia currocoides). The author introduces
their physical description, their range and habitat, their diet while
breeding, their postbreeding activity and their behavior and territoriality.
She tells of the nationwide effort to save them and her own and others'
provision of nesting boxes to keep them from parasites and predators.
She also furnishes her recipes for feeding them during each season. For
several months, the author boarded two orphaned bluebirds, during which
time she shot hundreds of color photographs of their lives and activities.
More than eighty beautiful, captivating ones are included in the book.
150 pages
c.1997, H/C... $15.00 (Reg Price... $18.00)
Used
Condition: Very Good, ex-library, usual
library markings
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BSAVA Manual of Raptors, Pigeons and Passerine Birds
(BSAVA: British Small Animal Veterinary Association)
Edited: Chitty, John & Lierz, Michael
The Manual starts with the all-important area of husbandry for the
three groups, including those kept as working birds as well as ornamental
and pet species. More general topics, such as handling, examination, diagnostic
procedures and surgery are dealt with across the groups, with notes as
required on specific differences. An excellent chapter is included on
endoscopy and endosurgery - a major technique for avian patients. The
specialist section on raptor disease is very detailed, including an in-depth
chapter on foot disease, especially bumblefoot. Recent interest in captive
breeding is reflected in detailed chapters on reproduction and paediatrics.
The sections dedicated to pigeons and passerine birds look at birds at
both the individual and flock level. A wealth of international expert
authors, and the BSAVA Manual trademark practical approach and superb
full-colour images throughout make this book a wonderful addition to the
practice bookshelf. 352 pgs.
c. 2008, S/C... $167.99
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Build A Better Birdhouse (Or Feeder)
by: Wells, Malcolm
Filled with easy-to-follow construction drawings for over 25 structures
that even the most hesitant amatuer will build at least one. These designs
have proved themselves not only appealing to birds but also to humans.
Elegantly simple and made mostly of scrap wood. Line drawings. 96 pgs.
c. 1988, 1996, S/C...$9.95 |
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Collins Birds of New Zealand
by: Kelly, Chloe Talbot
Identification & information guide on all the commoner & more
interesting New Zealand bird species - described & illustrated, including
parrots, kiwis & penguins. To aid species identifiction, information
on bird behavior, song, nesting, food, habitat & prevalent features
is included. 230 species & subspecies are illustrated in the habitat
where they may be seen, showing seasonal, sexual & juvenile plumage
variations. Color illustrations. 127 pgs.
c. 1982, S/C...$12.95
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Collins Field Guide To Birds Of East Africa
by: Williams, J.G. & Arlott, N
Comprehensive identification guide with descriptions of over 1283 species.
Over 650 species illustrated in color and every species has a description
of the features needed to identify it positively in the wild, with details
of plumage, size, voice, flight, habitat and distribution. 415 pgs
c. 1963, 1993 reprint, H/C, (Reg. Price $35.00)... $12.50
Used
Condition: Good, previous owners name
in front cover, minor shelf wear on cover, writing on color plates in
margins, all other pages clean and neat
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Complete Birdhouse Book
by: Stokes, Donald & Lillian
Easy guide to attracting nesting birds. Copiously illustrated with maps,
line drawings, and full-color photographs. 96 pgs.
c.1980...S/C...$9.95
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Complete Book Of Birdhouse Construction For Woodworkers
by: Campbell, Scott
Detailed instructions, illustrations, tables. Also data on bird habitat
and instinct patterns. Bibliography. 3 tables. 63 illustrations in 15
figures. 46 pgs.
c. 1984, S/C (Reg $3.50)...$1.95
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Condition: Very Good
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Complete Book Of Birdhouses & Feeders
by: Russo, Monica
Types of birds to build nests for, food sources, house & feeder plans.
127 pages, B/W illustrations throughout.
c. 1976, S/C...$10.00
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Condition: Very Good
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Complete Book Of Birdhouses & Feeders
by: Russo, Monica
Types of birds to build nests for, food sources, house & feeder plans.
128 pages, B/W illustrations throughout.
c. 1976, H/C...$15.00
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Condition: Very Good
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Courtship Habits of the Great Crested Grebe
by: Huxley, Julian
This edition is an abridged version of a paper read to the Zoological
Society on April 21, 1914. Contents: Introduction, appeareance, annual
history, some descriptions, relations of the sexes (the act of pairing,
courtship, nest-building, relations of different pairs, other activities),
discussion, locality, methods, further details regarding the relations
of the sexes (shaking, nest-building, relations of different pairs), miscellaneous
notes, scientific names of birds mentioned in the text, & bibliographical
references. 98 pgs.
c. 1968, S/C...$10.00
Used, Out-Of-Print, Quantities Limited
Condition: Very Good
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Crows & Jays
by: Madge, Steve & Burn, Hilary
A guide to the crows, jays and magpies of the world. One hundred and twenty
species are shown in 30 color plates. Each species is described in depth,
including identification techniques and a review of all aspects of corvid
behavior, distribution, population and taxonomy. This book is both an
identification guide and a scientifically accurate natural history. 191
pages
c. 1994, H/C... $40.00
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Crows, Jays, Ravens and Their Relatives
by: Wilmare, Silvia Bruce
The author gives us a fascinating account of the family Corvidae throughout
the world; their appearance and structure, feeding, courtship, mating
and breeding habits, their distribution and habitats, migration, behavior
patterns and individual ways. Well illustrated with excellent B/W photos
and line drawings. 208 pgs.
c. 1977, H/C...$15.00
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Curassows & Related Birds
by: Delacour, Jean & Amadon, Dean
A definitive work on this group of birds. Based on an enormous amount
of research & several field trips, it describes in detail the birds' habitats,
way of life, biology, & systematic description of the species. 25 Color
plates, 69 B/W drawings, photographs & maps. Coffeetable size. 247 pgs.
c. 1973, H/C...$300.00
Out-Of-Print, Quantities Limited
Condition: New
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Diets For Birds In Captivity
by: Lint, Kenton C.
The author was the Curator of Birds at the San Diego Zoo for 28 years.
All orders of birds are covered taxonomically in this comprehensive guide.
Each family of birds contains descriptions, life-style, distribution,
habitat, and their natural food preferences. Appendices cover the compostion
of commercial foods and the propagation of live foods, plus indexes of
both common and scientific names, along with a detalied bibliography.
222 pgs.
c. 1981, H/C...$50.00
Used, Out-Of-Print, Quantities Limited
Condition: Very Good with dust jacket, about
2" tear in dust jacket which is taped, inside like new - no writing
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Downy Woodpecker (Wild Bird Guides)
by: Ritchison, Gary
One of North America's best recognized species is explored in-depth in
this beautifully illustrated book. Depicts the woodpecker in its natural
habitat with information on communication, behavior, nesting, feeding
& brooding habits. More than 150 color photos, many of them rare pictures.
120 pgs.
c. 1999, S/C...$19.95
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Eastern Bluebird (Wild Bird Guides)
by: Ritchison, Gary
Where the bluebird lives, what it eats, how it catches food, how it communicates
with other bluebirds, how it breeds & takes care of its young, and how
humans have helped it survive in the wild. Color photos. 119 pgs.
c. 2000, S/C...$19.95
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Easy-To-Make Bird Feeders For Woodworkers
by: Campbell, Scott D.
Detailed, simple-to-use guide for designing, constructing, caring for,
and using feeders. Text & illustrations for 12 classic and contemporary
designs. 110 pgs
c.1989, S/C...$3.95
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Ecology & Conservation of Asian Hornbills
by: Kinnaird, Margaret F. & O'Brien, Timothy G.
Building on fourteen years of research, the authors offer the most up-to-date
information on the evolution, reproduction, feeding ecology and movement
patterns of thirty-one species of Asian hornbills. The authors address
questions of ecological functionality, ecosystem servies and keystone
relationships, as well as the disturbing influence of forest loss and
fragmentation on hornbills. Complemented by superb full-color images by
renowned photographer Tim Laman that provide rare glimpses of hornbills
in their native habitat and black-and-white illustrations by Jonathan
Kingdon that highlight the intriguing aspects of hornbill behavior. 315
pages
c. 2007, H/C... $45.00
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Encyclopedia Of Birds: A Complete Visual Guide
by: Schodde, Richard Dr.
Lavishly illustrated book presents the most recent findings of scientific
research. Authoritative text is enhanced by superb photographs and galleries
of species illustrations, diagrams, and maps to give an up-to-date and
comprehensive survey of the natural history of birds. 224 pgs.
c. 2006, H/C...$24.99
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Enjoying Bluebirds More (Bird Watcher's Digest)
by: Zickefoose, Julie
Packed with articles, tips & information on bluebirds. Species
profiles, nest box design, mounting & siting the box, nesting schedules,
competitors, troubleshooting chart, predators, parasites & pests,
bluebird rescue, planting for bluebirds, and resources. Illustrations.
33 pgs.
c. 2003, Booklet...$3.95
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Enjoying Hummingbirds More
by: Bird Watchers Digest
Feeding, stranded hummingbirds, planting for hummingbirds, garden plant
chart, flowers that attract hummingbirds chart. Color photos. 32 pgs.
c. 1992, Booklet...$4.95
Used, Out-Of-Print, Quantities Limited
Condition: Good
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Estrildid Finches Of The World
by: Goodwin, Derek
Authoritative information on all species of the family Estrildidae. Each
bird is described in detail and includes distribution maps, a synopsis
of what is known of the bird's behavior and biology, and are accompanied
by a line illustration. Where possible, information on feeding and general
care are given. Coffee-Table size. 328 pgs.
c. 1982, H/C...$125.00
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Condition: Very Good
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Exotic Birds
by: Paulson, Dennis
A treasury of brightly colored, uniquely plumaged birds. Gorgeous color
photos explore the fascinating world of birds from the pink flamingo and
long-winged Frigate to the delicate hummingbird and brilliant toucan.
Includes sections on the habits and habitats of each bird. Over 150 color
photos have been captured by world-renowned photographers. 128 pgs.
c. 1989, H/C...$29.95
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Extinct Birds
by: Fuller, Errol
An absorbing study of the world's most recently extict bird species, the
first complete survey since 1907. Since 1600 some 75 bird species have
become extinct. The author has drawn on a wide range of sources for his
accounts of the birds, their habitats and demise. In more recent cases
our knowledge about an extinct species can be so extensive that even the
precise time and place of death of its last survivng member is recorded.
Nearly all species are illustrated with color plates from archival sources,
including Audubon, Keulemans, Wolf, and Lear. 255 pgs.
c. 1987, H/C...$35.00
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Familiar Birds Of North America: Eastern Region (Audubon Society Pocket
Guide)
Edited
This pocket guide is packed with information; detailed photographs and
diagrams, specific descriptions of each species' important field marks,
regional maps depicting nesting and winter ranges, a glossary of bird
terms and a guide to various bird family traits. It is designed to be
compact enough to literally fit into any bird-lover's back pocket. This
streamlined volume contains; an easy-to-use field guide identifying 80
of the most frequently encountered birds in the Eastern US. It also contains
a complete overview of birdwatching, covering basic identifying field
marks, expert advice on when, where and how to look for birds and tips
on attracting birds to make your backyard a haven for colorful songsters.
Stunning color photographs. 192 pgs.
c. 1986, Pocketsize, S/C...$8.00
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Feed The Birds
by: Witty, Helen & Dick
A complete guide to the store-bought, recycled and wild bird foods birds
love, from apples to wheat germ. Plus over 20 special recipies using seeds,
grains & suet. 144 pgs.
c. 1991, S/C...$9.95
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Field Guide to the Birds of North America (National Geographic)
by: National Geographic
This bird guide features more than 800 North American birds, with new
species information and range maps. Lavishly illustrated with specially
commissioned, full-color illustrations, plus detailed descriptions and
a Quick-Find Index for the field. 480 pages.
c. 2002, Fourth Edition, S/C...$21.95
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Foreign Birds
by: Rogers, C. H.
History, housing, feeding, breeding, acclimatizing, species, exhibiting,
ailments. 80 pgs.
1984, H/C...$5.95
Out-Of-Print, Quantities Limited
Condition: Fair - poor, ex-library,
binding breaking, back pages coming out
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Garden Birds Of America
by: Harrison, George
A vivid color portfolio of 60 of America's most popular, most interesting,
most colorful garden bird species, along with range maps and natural history
vignettes of each one, including tips on how to attract them. Offers suggestions
of what to plant, feeders & food, size & placement of birdhouses, and
more. Beautiful photographs. 158 pgs.
c.1996...HC...$29.50 |
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