8040 livres sur les oiseaux.

Eagles
de Rebecca L. Grambo (Ed. Voyageur Press (MN)) Isbn : 0896583635
14.30 € / 93.8 FF
The majestic and powerful eagle is a symbol of freedom. So it's no wonder the long-endangered eagle is one of the most popular birds throughout North America. With superb four-color photography and concise text, Eagles is a compelling general introduction to the natural history of eagles of the world. It focuses on eagles of North America and Europe, with a special emphasis on bald and golden eagles. No nature lover's collection is complete without Eagles. For fans of eagles, and natural history buffs ages 10 . Also recommended: Eagles: Masters of the Sky, Raptors, Swans, Loons, Loons: Song of the Wild.

The Magpies: The Ecology and Behaviour of Black-Billed and Yellow-Billed Magpies
de Tim R. Birkhead (Ed. Poyser) Isbn : 0856610674
35.52 € / 233 FF
The last decade or so has seen a number of field studies, in Europe and the States, into the intricacies of the magpie way of life. The author has studied both species of magpie in Europe and the United States, and provides, in this text, an account of their ecology and behaviour. He covers all aspects of their lives - from marital relationships, food hoarding behaviour, longevity and survival, to nesting behaviour, breeding success, and their controversial relationship with man.«Here is as fine a guide to understanding the behaviour of a wild bird as I can recall reading and from it the general birdwatcher will gain real insight into what local magpies are up to, especially in the breeding season...here is meticulous reviewing, heavily bolstered with the fruits of Birkhead's own scientifi...

The Historical Atlas of Breeding Birds in Britain and Ireland: 1875-1900
de Simon Holloway (Ed. Poyser) Isbn : 0856610941
37.43 € / 245.52 FF
The landscape of Britain has been irreversibly changed over the last century. Modern agriculture, urban expansion, industry and transport have all left their mark, altering the face of the countryside forever. Shifting with the changing scene, the fortunes of Britain and Ireland's bird populations have fluctuated dramatically over the years. As current farming practices have evolved, the natural habitats and breeding patterns of many species have been disrupted. Urban and industrial growth has brought with it the pressures of new land use, pesticides, pollution and human interference. The activities of sportsmen, collectors and farmers have also taken their toll over the years. The new Poyser title The Historical Atlas of Breeding Birds in Britain and Ireland 1875-1900 is a fascinating boo...

A Field Guide to the Birds of Borneo, Sumatra, Java, and Bali
de John Mackinnon, Karen Phillipps (Ed. Oxford University Press) Isbn : 0198540345
47.39 € / 310.86 FF
The islands of Borneo, Sumatra, Java, and Bali are ecologically one of the richest, most biologically complex areas in the world, sought out by thousands of knowledgeable nature lovers every year for the spectacular variety of wildlife and beautiful vistas. This book provides the first complete identification guides to the birds of this teeming tropical paradise. It gives descriptions of 820 regional species, illustrated in 88 specially commissioned color plates accompanied by notes detailing distinctive features and habitats. Entries cover nomenclature, plumage, markings, voice, global range, distribution and regional status, habits, and diet. The main text gives practical information on where to find many exotic species, citing major birdwatching locations. Introductory chapters discuss ...

Creating Birdhouses: 30 Delightful Projects to Turn Your Garden into a Home for Birds
de Mary Maguire (Ed. Lorenz Books) Isbn : 075480450X
15.89 € / 104.23 FF
The introduction in this book provides helpful information on bird habits, behavior and needs and also shows that it can be wonderfully easy to invite birds into the garden, such as with a simple bird table with tasty nibbles and fresh water on it. Part of the pleasure, however, of having a bird-friendly garden is to be found in the planning and creation of it. Creating Birdhouses contains 30 projects showing how to make everything from individually painted and decorated bird houses to tables, baths, roosting posts and bird feeders. The projects in this book encompass a wide range of designs, materials and decorations, so you can choose from simple, traditional hand-painted bird boxes, to a recycled wellington boot bird house or a hollowed out log nesting box. There are projects ranging fr...

Interaction Between Fish and Birds: Implications for Management
de Ian Cowx (Ed. Blackwell Science Ltd) Isbn : 0632063858
99.99 € / 655.89 FF
The interactions between wild bird populations (many protected by law) and fish, particularly those under commercial culture or part of a fishery is subject of much controversy. Ecological, environmental and conservation pressures run alongside commercial pressures on exploited fish populations. This exciting book draws together contributions from all over the world to provide a fascinating insight into many case studies and conflicts in managed situations as well as looking at the overall ecology of such interactions in normal un-managed ecosystems.

The Hawaiian Honeycreepers: Drepanidinae
de H.D. Pratt, Shelia Conant (Ed. Oxford University Press) Isbn : 019854653X
99.99 € / 655.89 FF
The Hawaiian Honeycreepers are typified by nectar feeding, their bright colouration and canary-like songs. They are considered one of the finest examples of adaptive radiation, even more diverse than Darwin's Galapagos finches, as a wide array of different species has evolved in all the different niches provided by the Hawaiian archipelago. The book will therefore be of interest to evolutionary biologists and ecologists as well as professional ornithologists and amateur bird watchers. As with...

Loon Magic 2003
de (Ed. Northword Press) Isbn : 1559718196
11.05 € / 72.48 FF
The haunting call of the loon has an entrancing effect on all who hear it. The sighting of a loon is a very special occasion. If you have fallen under this bird's mysterious and wonderful spell, then Loon Magic 2003 is perfect for you. This beautiful wall calendar is filled with spectacular photography by the finest wildlife photographers in the world. In addition, fascinating captions provide delightful natural history information and there's ample space for you to write daily notes.

Handbook of Australian, New Zealand Antarctic Birds: Parrots to Dollarbird
de P. J. Higgins (Ed. OUP Australia and New Zealand) Isbn : 0195530713
99.99 € / 655.89 FF
The Handbook of Australian, New Zealand and Antarctic Birds is one of the most exciting and significant projects in ornithology today. It provides an up-to-date, comprehensive, and accurate synthesis of our knowledge of all the birds that live in the region. Each account includes a full list of references, black-and-white illustrations of behavioral postures and plumage features, maps showing breeding and non-breeding distribution, sonograms of calls and songs, and diagrams of breeding and...

Handbook of Australian, New Zealand Antarctic Birds: Pardalotes to Shrike-Thrushes
de Peter J. Higgins (Ed. OUP Australia and New Zealand) Isbn : 0195537629
99.99 € / 655.89 FF
The Handbook of Australian, New Zealand and Antarctic Birds (or HANZAB, for short) is one of the world's major ornithological projects. This is the sixth of a seven-volume encyclopedia which, when complete, will provide a comprehensive summary of the biology together with detailed illustrations of all 952 species of birds which occur in Australia, New Zealand, and Antarctica. Thus the work covers a significant proportion of the Earth's surface and will describe in unsurpassed detail some 10 of all known bird species.