Biology Of Marine Birds

Author : E. A. Schreiber,Joanna Burger
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 740 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2001-08-16
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781420036305

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Biology of Marine Birds by E. A. Schreiber,Joanna Burger Pdf

Biology of Marine Birds provides the only complete summary of information about marine birds ever published. It both summarizes and analyzes their breeding biology, ecology, taxonomy, evolution, fossil history, physiology, energetics, and conservation. The book covers four orders of marine birds: penguins (Sphenisciformes); albatross, shearwaters, petrels (Procellariiformes); pelicans, boobies, frigatebirds, tropicbirds, cormorants (Pelecaniformes); and gulls, terns, guillemots, auks (Charadriiformes - Families Laridae and Alcidae). Two summary chapters address the biology of shorebirds and wading birds and their lives in the marine environment. This comprehensive book contains numerous summary tables that give you exhaustive information on various aspects of their life histories, breeding biology, physiology and energetics, and demography. It also discusses research techniques and future research needed, providing a guide to ornithologists and students for research projects. Written by acknowledged experts in this field, Biology of Marine Birds is the ideal resource. The authors not only present known information, but provide new analyses and insights into marine bird biology. You will find no other book that covers all the major seabird groups and all the major topics with this depth of detail. Whether you are studying, researching, or managing marine environments, you will find yourself reaching for this resource repeatedly.

Author : Lindsay Young,Eric VanderWerf
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 626 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2022-09-27
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780323885409

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Conservation of Marine Birds by Lindsay Young,Eric VanderWerf Pdf

Conservation of Marine Birds is the first book to outline and synthesize the myriad of threats faced by one of the most imperiled groups of birds on earth. With more than half of all 346 seabird species worldwide experiencing population declines and 29% of species recognized as globally threatened by the International Union for Conservation of Nature, the timing to determine solutions to threats could not be more urgent. Written by a diverse team of international experts on marine birds, this book explores the environmental and biogeographical factors that influence seabird conservation and provides concrete recommendations for mounting climate change issues. This book will be an important resource for researchers and conservationists, as well as ecologists and students who want to understand seabirds, the threats they are facing, and tactics to help conserve and protect them. Outlines both threats and solutions in the marine and terrestrial realm Synthesizes information to provide a comprehensive strategy moving forward, especially considering climate change Created by a team of experts with the latest and most comprehensive knowledge of seabird conservation

Author : Caroline Fox
Publisher : Rocky Mountain Books Ltd
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2016
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781771601627

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At Sea with the Marine Birds of the Raincoast by Caroline Fox Pdf

At Sea with the Marine Birds of the Raincoast tells the stories of conservation scientist Caroline Fox and the marine birds she studies as she sails along the Northwest Coast.

Author : R. W. Furness
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 210 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781461320937

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Seabird Ecology by R. W. Furness Pdf

In the last few years there has been an excltmg upsurge in seabird research. There are several reasons for this. Man's increased ex ploitation of natural resources has led to a greater awareness of the potential conflicts with seabirds, and of the use of seabirds to indicate the damage we might be doing to our environment. Many seabird populations have increased dramatically in numbers and so seem more likely to conflict with man, for example through competition for food or transmission of diseases. Oil exploration and production has resulted in major studies of seabird distributions and ecology in relation to oil pollution. The possibility that seabirds may provide information on fish stock biology is now being critically investigated. Some seabird species have suffered serious declines in numbers and require conservation action to be taken to reduce the chances that they will become extinct. This requires an understanding of the factors determining their population size and dynamics.

Author : Irby J. Lovette,John W. Fitzpatrick
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 736 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2016-06-27
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781118291047

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Handbook of Bird Biology by Irby J. Lovette,John W. Fitzpatrick Pdf

Selected by Forbes.com as one of the 12 best books about birds and birding in 2016 This much-anticipated third edition of the Handbook of Bird Biology is an essential and comprehensive resource for everyone interested in learning more about birds, from casual bird watchers to formal students of ornithology. Wherever you study birds your enjoyment will be enhanced by a better understanding of the incredible diversity of avian lifestyles. Arising from the renowned Cornell Lab of Ornithology and authored by a team of experts from around the world, the Handbook covers all aspects of avian diversity, behaviour, ecology, evolution, physiology, and conservation. Using examples drawn from birds found in every corner of the globe, it explores and distills the many scientific discoveries that have made birds one of our best known - and best loved - parts of the natural world. This edition has been completely revised and is presented with more than 800 full color images. It provides readers with a tool for life-long learning about birds and is suitable for bird watchers and ornithology students, as well as for ecologists, conservationists, and resource managers who work with birds. The Handbook of Bird Biology is the companion volume to the Cornell Lab’s renowned distance learning course, Ornithology: Comprehensive Bird Biology.

Author : Joanna Burger,Bori L. Olla,Howard E. Winn
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 526 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2013-11-21
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781468429886

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Behavior of Marine Animals by Joanna Burger,Bori L. Olla,Howard E. Winn Pdf

The maJonty of the chapters in this volume are structured to include a balance between literature review, original data, and synthesis. The research approaches taken by the authors are generallyof two kinds. One centers on the long-term, in-depth study of a single species in which many aspects of its natural history are examined in detail. The other is a comparative one which involves investigating particular questions by examining species or by comparing groups of species that may include taxonomic andjor ecological affinities. Most of the chapters concern obvious aspects of breeding behavior including habitat selection, the effects of age on breeding, communication, mating systems, synchrony of breeding activities, development of behavior, prefledging parental care, and postfledging parental care. Of these topics, many relate directly to the advantages and disadvantages of coloniality-a conspicuous behavior pattern in marine birds. As such, they provide para.picuou for the further study of coloniality and the social behaviorof many other animals. Other important areas of marine bird breeding behavior (such as courtship behavior, antipredator behavior, information transfer) have not been included because of space limitations. Since man's encroachment on the seashore and continental shelf poses certain threats to marine birds, a volume elucidating various aspects of their biology has multiple uses. As weil as being of value to ornithologists, the volume should be useful to managers involved with coastal planning.

Author : Michael Brooke
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 264 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2020-09
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780691210322

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Far from Land by Michael Brooke Pdf

Seabirds evoke the spirit of the earth's wildest places. They spend large portions of their lives at sea, often far from land, and nest on remote islands that humans rarely visit. Thanks to increasingly sophisticated and miniaturized devices that can track their every movement and behavior, it is now possible to observe the mysterious lives of these remarkable creatures as never before. This book takes you on a breathtaking journey around the globe to provide an extraordinary up-close look at the activities of seabirds. Featuring stunning illustrations by renowned artist Bruce Pearson, Far from Land reveals that seabirds are not the aimless wind-tossed wanderers they may appear to be, and explains the observational innovations that are driving this exciting area of research.

Author : J. P. Croxall
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 460 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 1987-05-14
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0521301785

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Seabirds by J. P. Croxall Pdf

Originally published in 1986, this book is concerned with the ways in which seabirds function as predators in the marine environment; in particular about how they find and catch food and how much of it they consume. It reviews both the feeding ecology of seabirds (including adaptations for flight and diving) and also most of the leading field studies (in polar, temperate and tropical regions) that have quantitatively examined the interactions of seabird communities with their prey.

Author : Steve N. G. Howell,Kirk Zufelt
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 360 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2019-08-20
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780691175010

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Oceanic Birds of the World by Steve N. G. Howell,Kirk Zufelt Pdf

A state-of-the-art photographic field guide to the world's oceanic birds Oceanic birds are among the most remarkable but least known of all birds, living at sea, far from the sight of most people. They offer unusual identification challenges—many species look similar and it can be difficult to get good views of fast-flying birds from a moving boat. The first field guide to the world's oceanic birds in more than two decades, this exciting and authoritative book draws on decades of firsthand experience on the open seas. It features clear text filled with original insights and new information and more than 2,200 carefully chosen color images that bring the ocean and its remarkable winged inhabitants to life. Never before have oceanic birds been presented in such an accessible and comprehensive way. The introduction discusses the many recent developments in seabird taxonomy, which are incorporated into the species accounts, and these accounts are arranged into groups that aid field identification. Each group and species complex has an introductory overview of its identification challenges, illustrated with clear comparative photos. The text describes flight manner, plumage variation related to age and molt, seasonal occurrence patterns, migration routes, and many other features. The result is an indispensable guide for exploring birding's last great frontier. A comprehensive, authoritative, and accessible guide to oceanic birds Covers more than 270 species Includes more than 2,200 color photos with concise captions noting key features Features careful species comparisons, overviews of the latest taxonomy, tips on how to observe and ID birds at sea, and much more

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 182 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 1985
Category : Marine pollution
ISBN : UCSD:31822009270604

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Biology of Puget Sound Marine Mammals and Marine Birds by Anonim Pdf

Author : Tony Angell,Kenneth C. Balcomb
Publisher : University of Washington Press
Page : 164 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 1982
Category : History
ISBN : UCSD:31822010136703

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Marine Birds and Mammals of Puget Sound by Tony Angell,Kenneth C. Balcomb Pdf

Author : A. Rus Hoelzel
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 448 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2009-04-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781444311334

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Marine Mammal Biology by A. Rus Hoelzel Pdf

This book provides a general introduction to the biology of marine mammals, and an overview of the adaptations that have permitted mammals to succeed in the marine environment. Each chapter, written by experts in their field, will provide an up-to-date review and present the major discoveries and innovations in the field. Important technical advances such as satellite telemetry and time-depth-recorders will be described in boxes.

Author : Various
Publisher : Good Press
Page : 407 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2023-10-20
Category : Fiction
ISBN : EAN:4066339530706

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Conservation of marine birds of northern North America by Various Pdf

"Conservation of Marine Birds of Northern North America: Papers from the International Symposium Held at the Seattle Hyatt House" is a significant compilation of papers from an international symposium dedicated to the conservation of marine birds in the northern North American region. This publication serves as a vital resource for researchers, conservationists, and anyone interested in the protection and preservation of marine bird species. The symposium's contributions shed light on critical issues related to these avian populations, making it a valuable reference for understanding and addressing conservation challenges.

Author : James C. Bartonek,David N. Nettleship
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 336 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 1979
Category : Birds
ISBN : UCSD:31822011028834

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Conservation of Marine Birds of Northern North America by James C. Bartonek,David N. Nettleship Pdf

Attempts to identify problems and needed information and programs necessary for conservation of marine birds of northern North America.

Author : Caroline Fox
Publisher : Rocky Mountain Books Ltd
Page : 281 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2016-06-30
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781771601573

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At Sea with the Marine Birds of the Raincoast by Caroline Fox Pdf

An illustrated narrative that interweaves the shifting seasons of the Northwest Coast with the experiences of a conservation biologist surveying thousands of kilometres of open ocean in order to uncover the complex relationships between humans, marine birds and the realities of contemporary biodiversity. At Sea with the Marine Birds of the Raincoast combines the natural and human histories of Pacific Northwest marine birds with Caroline Fox's personal story of her life as a conservation scientist. Accompanied by vivid images, drawings and both archival and modern photography, the narrative follows the author as she sails the coast, documenting marine bird diversity and seasonal shifts in community assemblages. This unique story captures the natural splendour and rich variety of marine birds feeding, breeding and undertaking spectacular, often trans-equatorial migrations along the Northwest Coast. Introducing some of the most fascinating yet poorly understood species, including albatrosses, puffins and cranes, this compelling read calls attention to the urgent conservation challenges faced by marine birds and their ecosystems, as well as their historically complex relationship with human society.