Arctic Shorebirds In North America

Author : Jonathan Robert Bart,Victoria Helen Johnston
Publisher : Univ of California Press
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2012-08-02
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780520273108

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Arctic Shorebirds in North America by Jonathan Robert Bart,Victoria Helen Johnston Pdf

"/i/Arctic Shorebirds in North America//i/ represents a study that is one of the remarkable achievements of wildlife fieldcraft, like those done by Aldo Leopold in the 1930s and by the Craighead Brothers in the 1960s. To conduct a study of this scientific caliber in the great expanse and harsh climate of the Arctic makes it one of the great wildlife investigations whose value will only grow with time."--Larry Niles, Conserve Wildlife Foundation of New Jersey "It is most timely that Jonathan Bart and Victoria Johnston have gathered information on shorebirds that breed in the Arctic regions of North America. Data on these birds is generated at a wide range of locations by many different individuals and teams, and this book puts it into perspective. It is particularly valuable to have this treatise when so many shorebird species worldwide are in marked decline."--Clive Minton, Australasian Wader Studies Group "When the PRISM program for pan-Arctic shorebird monitoring was introduced, everyone agreed with its laudable aims, but it seemed impractical. How could shorebird biologists with limited time and resources acquire robust data on the size and trend of shorebird populations across the American Arctic? Now, the credibility gap has been bridged. /i/Arctic Shorebirds in North America//i/ presents the rigorous, practical methods that will be the foundation of Arctic shorebird monitoring for years to come. I look forward to Arctic PRISM becoming the keystone of shorebird conservation in the Western Hemisphere."--Humphrey Sitters, editor of /i/Wader Study Group Bulletin//i/

Author : Pete Dunne,Kevin T. Karlson
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2024-06-25
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780691224701

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The Shorebirds of North America by Pete Dunne,Kevin T. Karlson Pdf

A lavishly illustrated, large-format reference book by two preeminent experts on North American shorebirds More than half a century has passed since the publication of The Shorebirds of North America, Peter Matthiessen’s masterful natural history of what is arguably the world’s most amazing and specialized bird group. In the intervening decades, our knowledge about these birds has grown significantly, as have the threats to their populations and habitats. Pete Dunne and Kevin Karlson celebrate Matthiessen’s classic book with this updated and expanded natural history of North American shorebirds. This elegantly written book begins by introducing readers to the unrivaled splendor of shorebirds and goes on to cover topics ranging from their biology and habitats to courtship and breeding, flight, the perils of migration, and conservation. Detailed accounts convey the richness and variety of the five family groups, with incisive, fact-filled descriptions of all 52 species of shorebirds known to breed in North America. Featuring hundreds of breathtaking images by Karlson and other photographers and drawing on the latest science, The Shorebirds of North America is a worthy tribute to Matthiessen’s enduring work and an indispensable reference for bird lovers everywhere.

Author : Wells Woodbridge Cooke
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 110 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 1910
Category : Birds
ISBN : UIUC:30112106620732

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Distribution and Migration of North American Shorebirds by Wells Woodbridge Cooke Pdf

Author : James M. Richards,Anthony J. Gaston
Publisher : UBC Press
Page : 820 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2018-08-10
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780774860260

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Birds of Nunavut by James M. Richards,Anthony J. Gaston Pdf

Nunavut is a land of islands, encompassing some of the most remote places on Earth. It is also home to some of the world’s most fascinating bird species. Birds of Nunavut is the first complete survey of every species known to occur in the territory. Co-written by a team of eighteen experts, it documents 295 species of birds (of which 145 are known to breed there), presenting a wealth of information on identification, distribution, ecology, behaviour, and conservation. Lavishly illustrated with over 800 colour photographs and 155 maps, this is a visually stunning reference work on the birds that live in and visit Nunavut.

Author : Kevin Karlson
Publisher : Quick Reference Publishing, Incorporated
Page : 11 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2014-10
Category : Nature
ISBN : 193691378X

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Shorebirds of North America by Kevin Karlson Pdf

Shorebirds of North Americacontains over 200 color photos of all the breeding and commonly occurring shorebird species found in North America. Species accounts show breeding and nonbreeding plumages when differences occur, as well as many immature and juvenile plumages. Some similar species are shown side by side to allow for easier ID comparison, such as the dowitchers, yellowlegs and willets.

Author : Daniel Giraud Elliot
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 428 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 1895
Category : Birds
ISBN : HARVARD:32044107159774

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North American Shore Birds by Daniel Giraud Elliot Pdf

Author : Gardener D. Stout
Publisher : Viking
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 1967-10-11
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0670641057

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Shore Birds of North America by Gardener D. Stout Pdf

Author : Hans Meltofte
Publisher : Museum Tusculanum Press
Page : 52 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Nature
ISBN : 8763512793

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Effects of Climate Variation on the Breeding Ecology of Arctic Shorebirds by Hans Meltofte Pdf

About 50 species of shorebirds breed in the Arctic, where they constitute the most characteristic component of the tundra avifauna. Here, we review the impact of weather and climate on the breeding cycle of shorebirds based on extensive studies conducted across the Arctic. Conditions for breeding shorebirds are highly variable among species, sites and regions, both within and between continents. Weather effects on breeding are most moderate in the Low Arctic of northern Europe and most extreme in the Siberian High Arctic. The decision of whether or not to breed upon arrival on the breeding grounds, the timing of egg-laying and the chick-growth period are most affected by annual variation in weather. In large parts of the Arctic, clutch initiation dates are highly correlated with snowmelt dates and in regions and years where extensive snowmelt occurs before or soon after the arrival of shorebirds, the decision to breed and on the breeding ecology of clutch initiation dates appear to be a function of food availability for laying females. Once incubation is initiated, adult shorebirds appear fairly resilient to variations in temperature with nest abandonment primarily occurring in case of severe weather with new snow covering the ground. Feeding conditions for chicks, a factor highly influenced by weather, affects juvenile production in most regions. Predation has a very strong impact on breeding productivity throughout the Arctic and subarctic, with lemming Dicrostonyx spp. and Lemmus spp. fluctuations strongly influencing predation rates, particularly in the Siberian Arctic. The fate of Arctic shorebirds under projected future climate scenarios is uncertain, but High Arctic species and populations appear particularly at risk. Climatic amelioration may benefit Arctic shorebirds in the short term by increasing both survival and productivity, whereas in the long term habitat changes both on the breeding grounds and on the temperate and tropical non-breeding areas may put them under considerable pressure and may bring some of them near to extinction. Their relatively low genetic diversity, which is thought to be a consequence of survival through past climatically-driven population bottlenecks, may also put them more at risk to anthropogenic-induced climate variation than other avian taxa.

Author : Daniel Giraud Elliot
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 424 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 1895
Category : Birds
ISBN : HARVARD:32044107159691

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North American Shore Birds by Daniel Giraud Elliot Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 670 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Birds
ISBN : CORNELL:31924101486276

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Bird Conservation Implementation and Integration in the Americas by Anonim Pdf

Author : Dennis Paulson
Publisher : Christopher Helm Publishers, Incorporated
Page : 373 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2005-01-01
Category : Birds
ISBN : 071367377X

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Shorebirds of North America by Dennis Paulson Pdf

Identifying shorebirds can be a challenge and having a field guide specifically devoted to this group gives any birder an edge. Yet until now, no guide has illustrated or described the complete range of North and Central American shorebirds. 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 plumages, and are accompanied by text that points out the variation within each species. The book also includes identification tips and ways to distinguish shorebirds from all similar species, at rest and in flight. Brief descriptions of voice, behaviour, habitat, and range are given for each species.

Author : Jean-Pierre L. Savard,Dirk V. Derksen,Dan Esler,John M. Eadie
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 610 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2015-04-13
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781482248982

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Ecology and Conservation of North American Sea Ducks by Jean-Pierre L. Savard,Dirk V. Derksen,Dan Esler,John M. Eadie Pdf

The past decade has seen a huge increase in the interest and attention directed toward sea ducks, the Mergini tribe. This has been inspired, in large part, by the conservation concerns associated with numerical declines in several sea duck species and populations, as well as a growing appreciation for their interesting ecological attributes. Reflecting the considerable research recently conducted on this tribe, Ecology and Conservation of North American Sea Ducks examines the 15 extant species of sea ducks from North America. Chapters are organized conceptually to focus on, compare, and contrast the ecological attributes of the tribe. Experts provide in-depth treatments of a range of topics, including: Population dynamics and genetics Infectious diseases and parasites Breeding costs and cross-seasonal affects Contaminant burdens Foraging behavior and energetics Migration strategies, molt ecology, and habitat affinities and dynamics Breeding systems and reproductive behavior Harvest history The book presents a comprehensive synthesis of sea duck ecology, documents factors that have caused population declines of some species, and provides managers with measures to enhance recovery of depressed populations of sea ducks in North America. Capturing the current state of knowledge of this unique tribe, it provides a benchmark for where we are in conservation efforts and suggests future directions for researchers, managers, students, conservationists, and avian enthusiasts.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 666 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Forests and forestry
ISBN : MINN:31951P00848287L

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General Technical Report PSW. by Anonim Pdf

Author : Arthur Cleveland Bent
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 500 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 1927
Category : Birds
ISBN : IND:30000111863605

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Life Histories of North American Shore Birds by Arthur Cleveland Bent Pdf

Author : Gerardo Perillo,Eric Wolanski,Donald R Cahoon,Charles S Hopkinson
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 1130 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2018-11-02
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780444638946

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Coastal Wetlands by Gerardo Perillo,Eric Wolanski,Donald R Cahoon,Charles S Hopkinson Pdf

Coastal Wetlands, Second Edition: An Integrated and Ecosystem Approach provides an understanding of the functioning of coastal ecosystems and the ecological services that they provide. As coastal wetlands are under a great deal of pressure from the dual forces of rising sea levels and the intervention of human populations, both along the estuary and in the river catchment, this book covers important issues, such as the destruction or degradation of wetlands from land reclamation and infrastructures, impacts from the discharge of pollutants, changes in river flows and sediment supplies, land clearing, and dam operations. Covers climate change and its influence on coastal wetland form and function Provides a fully updated and expanded resource, including new chapters on modeling, management and the impact of climate change Contains full-color figures of wetlands and estuaries in different parts of the world