8040 livres sur les oiseaux.

The Life History of a Texas Birdwatcher: Connie Hagar of Rockport
de Karen Harden McCracken (Ed. Texas A M University Press) Isbn : 1585441643
14.30 € / 93.8 FF
In any other context, saying that someone was«for the birds»would hardly be polite. But applied to Connie Hagar, it would be high praise. The diminutive birdwatcher nicknamed Connie was reared as Martha Conger Neblett in early twentieth-century Texas, where she led a genteel life of tea parties and music lessons. But at middle age she became fascinated with birds and resolved to learn everything she could about them. In 1935, she and her husband, Jack, moved to Rockport, on the Coastal Bend of...

National Geographic Photography Field Guide: Birds
de Rulon Simmons (Ed. National Geographic Books) Isbn : 0792268784
17.49 € / 114.73 FF
In a single year, 25 million people will travel specifically to observe and photograph wild birds, spending 18.1 billion dollars on trips, equipment, and publications. And this dedicated population continues to grow each year.Now, National Geographic offers novice to advanced birders and photographers a sturdy, easy-to-carry guide packed with the information they will need to take their best wild bird photographs. Author Rulon Simmons, a 30-year birder and award-winning photographer, joins Bates Littlehales, a 40-year National Geographic photographer specializing in birds, to offer specifics on finding and photographing birds, whether in the backyard or in the nation's stunning national parks. Includes comprehensive information with full-color images on the right films and lenses to use ; ...

Sibling Species of Titmice in the Parus Inornatus Complex (Aves:Paridae)
de Carla Cicero (Ed. University of California Press) Isbn : 0520098080
27.87 € / 182.82 FF
In a comprehensive investigation of macrogeographic variation in the Plain Titmouse (Parus inornatus) complex in western North America, the author assessed population-level patterns of differentiation in morphometric, colorimetric, allozymic, mtDNA, and vocal characters. These suites of traits showed broad geographic concordance, distinguishing Pacific slope from interior populations. These two groups of populations are treated as sibling species.

Thoreau on Birds
de Henry David Thoreau (Ed. Beacon Press) Isbn : 0807085219
14.34 € / 94.06 FF
Illustrations by Louis Agassiz FuertesEdited by Francis H. AllenIntroduction by John Hay'If a human being were to write perfectly he or she would write like Thoreau. . . . This is a handsome volume, enhanced with the bird paintings of Fuertes.»-The Washington Post

Illinois Birds: An Introduction to Familiar Species
de James Kavanagh (Ed. Waterford Press) Isbn : 1583551441
4.74 € / 31.09 FF
Illinois 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.

The Birds Around Us/05630
de Alice E Mace, Suzanne Sherman (Ed. Ortho Books) Isbn : 0897210689
23.86 € / 156.51 FF
If you've ever wondered how an eagle flies, where to see migrating wood ducks, what a yellow-bellied sapsucker really looks like, or how to photograph a hummingbird in flight, then this is the book for you. In addition, you will learn background information about the anatomy, physiology, and behavior of different birds.

Shorebirds Of North America: The Photographic Guide
de Dennis R. Paulson (Ed. Princeton University Press) Isbn : 0691121079
24.38 € / 159.92 FF
Identifying shorebirds can be a challenge--and having a field guide specifically devoted to the species gives any birder an edge. Yet until now, no guide has illustrated or described the complete range of North and Central American shorebirds. Dennis Paulson's book more than corrects that deficiency. This beautifully illustrated volume represents the first complete guide to North and Central American shorebirds ever published. Unlike other guide books, which have traditionally relied on paintings to represent shorebirds, this one contains an extensive series of striking photographs--most never published before. More than 530 photos illustrate all shorebird species in their varied plumage, and are accompanied by text that points out the variation within common species. The book also include...

Early Southwest Ornithologists 1528-1900
de Dan L. Fischer (Ed. University of Arizona Press) Isbn : 0816521492
35.84 € / 235.09 FF
Identifies more than 100 early ornithologists and explorers who contributed to our understanding of the region's avian life. Fischer tells why they came to the region, what they saw, who described and named the new discoveries, and who were the first to sketch or paint new birds. Featuring a comprehensive bibliography and maps that portray the march of exploration, this is a major sourcebook for ornithology and an essential volume for anyone interested in birds and birding.

Idaho Birds: An Introduction to Familiar Species
de James Kavanagh (Ed. Waterford Press) Isbn : 1583551026
4.74 € / 31.09 FF
Idaho 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.

Hummingbirds of the West: Quickly Identify All of the Hummingbirds Found in Western United States
de Pinau Merlin (Ed. Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum Pr) Isbn : 188667924X
4.08 € / 26.76 FF
Hummingbirds, with their iridescent plumage, pugnacious nature, and high-energy lifestyle, are some of North America's most captivating birds. They both fascinate and entertain. They also can be a challenge to identify for many people. That's why the Desert Museum produced this colorful new guide. Small enough to fit easily in a pocket, purse, daypack, or glove box, HUMMINGBIRDS OF THE WEST is perfect for anyone wishing to quickly identify the hummingbirds found in Western United States. This laminated pocket guide is very easy to use: observe your hummer, then compare it with the photos in this guide. Distinctive features are pointed out for each species, making positive identification a snap. The guide also includes fascinating facts about hummers, viewing tips for beginners, and more.