Birds of Prey
de John B. Wexo (Ed. Wildlife Education, Ltd.) Isbn : 1888153512
13.32 € / 87.37 FF
Kids may want to try comparing their eyesight to that of preying birds. A golden eagle can see an 18-inch rabbit from two miles away, and owls are able to see at least 10 times better in the dark than we can. Just keep away from those sharp beaks and talons ! Zoobooks, the 59-book animal series - the«everything you wanted to know but didn't know who to ask»guide to the world's most fascinating creatures. Each exciting edition of Zoobooks is packed with current scientific facts, striking photography, beautiful illustrations and unique activities that teach children about animals and the habitats in which they live. With innovative publications and products, Wildlife Education, Ltd. has enriched the lives of children, parents, and educators nationwide for 20 years. All titles are offered in ...

Kentucky Birds: An Introduction to Familiar Species
de James Kavanagh (Ed. Waterford Press) Isbn : 1583551476
4.97 € / 32.6 FF
Kentucky Birds, An Introduction to Familiar Species, is a must-have, reference guide for beginners and experts alike. Whether you're on a nature hike or in your own backyard, you'll want to take along a copy of this indispensable guide. The Pocket Naturalist(tm) series is an introduction to common plants and animals and natural phenomena. Each pocket-sized, folding guide highlights up to 150 species and most feature a map highlighting prominent sanctuaries and outstanding natural attractions. Each is laminated for durability.

Birds in Kansas
de Max C. Thompson, Charles Ely (Ed. University of Kansas, Natural History Museum) Isbn : 089338027X
12.48 € / 81.86 FF
Kansas knows how to attract birds. Located in the very center of the North American continent, it straddles the Central Flyway, one of the primary migration«highways»between Canada and South America. It also contains a broad spectrum of habitats, including deciduous forest, grassland, sagebrush, and a remarkable system of internationally important wetlands. As a result of this unique combination of natural features, Kansas attracts most of the eastern bird fauna and many of the western and southern species, as well as those northern birds that either winter on the central plains or pass through during their migratory flights. The number of bird species recorded in the states is 424--a total that places Kansas among the top five birding states in the country. Volume I of Birds in Kansas, th...

A Guide to Bird Finding in Kansas and Western Missouri
de John L. Zimmerman, Sebastian T. Patti (Ed. University Press of Kansas) Isbn : 0700603662
10.81 € / 70.91 FF
Kansas and western Missouri are astonishingly rich in birdlife. Located in the very center of the North American continent, the area is home to most of the eastern bird fauna and many of the western species, and even hosts occasional visitors from the far north. Over 400 species of birds have been recorded in Kansas alone, an abundance that places it among the top five birding states in the country. Bird Finding in Kansas and Western Missouri is a guide to this rich mosaic of birdlife. Written for both resident and visiting birders, the book begins with an introduction to the region's avian diversity and to its eleven major biotic communities. Illustrated with 17 line drawings by renowned artist and ornithologist Robert Mengel, A Guide to Bird Finding also features 26 detailed maps, a chec...

Just Swans 2000 Calendar
de Willow Creek Press (Ed. Willow Creek Press) Isbn : 1572232277
11.31 € / 74.19 FF
Just Swans features 12 full color photos of this majestic and beautiful bird. The photos capture the graceful movement of the swan in flight and on the water. The large (13»x 10.5“) format displays the sharp, dramatic images of the nation's finest wildlife photographers. Large boxes for note-taking and bold numbers for quick reference. Heavy, glossy stock provides exacting photo reproduction as well as heft and durability of your calendar.

Backyard Birdfeeding for Beginners
de Mathew Tekulsky (Ed. Three Rivers Pr) Isbn : 0609802879
10.02 € / 65.73 FF
Join in on the feathered fun ! Be one of the millions who are entertained and enchanted by the birds that visit your backyard.Backyard birdfeeding is a wonderful pastime, especially when you have some help getting started. In Backyard Birdfeeding for Beginners Mathew Tekulsky gives you an explanation of bird biology, calls, and geographic ranges to help you identify the birds in your area. He provides you with all the information you need for...

John James Audubon: On the Wing
de Odyssey Publications (Ed. Odyssey Publications) Isbn : 9622176844
9.98 € / 65.46 FF
John James Audubon's love of the backwoods and his passion for drawing led him to become America's foremost artist-naturalist. His major work, The Birds of America, is as stunning today as it was more than 100 years ago. This book in the Icon Series uses Audubon's illustrations and paintings, together with other visual material and text, to document the life and achievements of one of America's most influential illustrators and de facto environmentalists. But he was no studio-bound artist nor did he have any formal artistic training. Audubon plied flat boats down the Ohio and Mississippi Rivers, hunted with the Shawnee, and spent much of his time as a woodsman. Wherever he went he felt compelled to sketch and paint the natural wealth and beauty of his beloved America. Plagued by bad luck, ...

Hummingbirds
de Nancy L. Newfield (Ed. Thunder Bay Press (CA)) Isbn : 1571452931
10.84 € / 71.11 FF
Jewel of the avian world, the hummingbird is an amazing combination of beauty and speed. Hummingbird expert Nancy Newfield explores the rich and complex world of this fascinating species. Her engaging text covers every aspect of these tiny and remarkable creatures. Over 120 lavish photos show the hummingbird in all its colorful glory.

Falconry: Care, Captive Breeding and Conservation
de Jemima Parry-Jones (Ed. David & Charles Publishers) Isbn : 0715316168
19.98 € / 131.06 FF
Jemima Parry-Jones, director of the National Birds of Prey Centre, has devoted most of her life to working with birds of prey. Her unique insight offers an outstanding contribution to the falconer's bookshelf. Jemima's book, written with vast authority, takes the subject of falconry further than ever before. She explains some of the motives behind the sport, the background to captive breeding, and shows how to care for birds of prey in sickness and in health. In her passionate, uncompromising way she also provides down-to-earth guidance on preventative medicine, rehabilitation of injured wild birds, falconry law and the vital topic of conservation. Following in the footsteps of her famous father, Philip Glasier, Jemima is unrivalled in her dedication to the sport of falconry and the care a...

Audubon Birds 2004 Calendar
de (Ed. Workman Publishing) Isbn : 1579652301
11.31 € / 74.19 FF
It’s a birder’s heaven. With a lush, up-close, full-color photograph on every page, this calendar is like having the world’s most captivating birds alight right on your desktop. Drawing on the extensive knowledge and experience of the National Audubon Society, 365 Birds brings us hundreds of species of shorebirds, birds of prey, songbirds, flightless birds, and more. Glimpse a breeding Gentoo Penguin. The Bronzed Cowbird, a«brood parasite»of the Southwest. Plus the Black-throated Finch from the Falkland Islands, the Common Loon, plovers, waxwings, raptors, and America’s own«firebird,»the Scarlet Tanager. Every day brings a new sighting.