Exotic Birds From A To Z

Author : Angelika Lang
Publisher : B.E.S. Publishing
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0764135252

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Exotic Birds from A to Z by Angelika Lang Pdf

(back cover) Exotic Birds Detailed advice on selecting and keeping the world's most unusual birds Practical: Facts and photos to help you identify, choose, and buy exotic birds Clearly arranged: Illustrated bird profiles listed alphabetically with advice and information on bird care Informative: Extra features include an overview of major bird groups and advice on setting up indoor and outdoor aviaries More than 200 full-color photos

Author : ... Skinner
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 270 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 1786
Category : Natural history
ISBN : BSB:BSB10051291

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A Catalogue of the Portland Museum by ... Skinner Pdf

Author : Dennis R. Paulson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 1989
Category : Birds
ISBN : 1875113061

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Exotic Birds by Dennis R. Paulson Pdf

Author : David W. Steadman
Publisher : University of Chicago Press
Page : 609 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2006-10-15
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780226771427

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Extinction and Biogeography of Tropical Pacific Birds by David W. Steadman Pdf

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Author : Tim M. Blackburn,Julie L. Lockwood,Phillip Cassey
Publisher : OUP Oxford
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2009-06-25
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780191552595

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Avian Invasions by Tim M. Blackburn,Julie L. Lockwood,Phillip Cassey Pdf

Biological invaders represent one of the primary threats to the maintenance of global biodiversity, human health, and the success of human economic enterprises. The continuing globalization of our society ensures that the need to understand the process of biological invasion will only increase in the future. There is also a growing recognition that the study of biological invaders provides a unique insight into basic questions in ecology and evolution. The study of exotic birds has had a particularly long history and has come to represent a fascinating intersection between the study of biological invasions, avian conservation biology, and basic principles of ecology and evolution. Avian Invasions summarizes and synthesizes this unique historical record and unravels the insights that the study of exotic birds brings to all three of these research strands. It includes chapters on the well-known contributions of exotic bird study to ecological science, and on the post-establishment evolution of introduced bird populations. The result is the most comprehensive picture yet of the invasion process. Avian Invasions is aimed at professional avian biologists and ornithologists as well as graduate students of avian ecology, evolution and conservation. It will also appeal to a more general audience of invasion ecologists.

Author : Anita Albus
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2013-09-03
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780762774838

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On Rare Birds by Anita Albus Pdf

A passionate natural history of extinct and endangered bird species from around the world.

Author : Steve N. G. Howell,Ian Lewington,Will Russell
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 448 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2014-02-16
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 9781400848072

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Rare Birds of North America by Steve N. G. Howell,Ian Lewington,Will Russell Pdf

Rare Birds of North America is the first comprehensive illustrated guide to the vagrant birds that occur throughout the United States and Canada. Featuring 275 stunning color plates, this book covers 262 species originating from three very different regions--the Old World, the New World tropics, and the world's oceans. It explains the causes of avian vagrancy and breaks down patterns of occurrence by region and season, enabling readers to see where, when, and why each species occurs in North America. Detailed species accounts describe key identification features, taxonomy, age, sex, distribution, and status. Rare Birds of North America provides unparalleled insights into vagrancy and avian migration, and will enrich the birding experience of anyone interested in finding and observing rare birds. Covers 262 species of vagrant birds found in the United States and Canada Features 275 stunning color plates that depict every species Explains patterns of occurrence by region and season Provides an invaluable overview of vagrancy patterns and migration Includes detailed species accounts and cutting-edge identification tips

Author : Navjot S. Sodhi,Cagan H. Sekercioglu,Jos Barlow,Scott K. Robinson
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 456 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2011-02-23
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781444342598

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Conservation of Tropical Birds by Navjot S. Sodhi,Cagan H. Sekercioglu,Jos Barlow,Scott K. Robinson Pdf

Conservation of Tropical Birds has been written by four conservation biologists whose expertise spans all the tropical regions of the world. It is the first book to cover all the major issues in tropical bird conservation. Current problems faced by tropical bird conservationists are summarised and potential solutions outlined based on the results of case studies. Birds are key indicators of ecosystem health, and such a well-studied group of organisms, that they provide an excellent lens through which to examine global conservation problems caused by phenomena such as climate change, declines in ecosystem services, habitat loss, fires, overexploitation, and invasive species. Therefore, the book also provides an engaging synopsis of the general issues in conservation and the problems faced by other wildlife. This book serves as an important resource and companion to all people interested in observing and conserving birds in the tropics and elsewhere.

Author : Colleen T. Downs,Lorinda A. Hart
Publisher : CABI
Page : 399 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2020-12-07
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781789242065

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Invasive Birds by Colleen T. Downs,Lorinda A. Hart Pdf

Examining globally invasive alien birds, the first part of this book provides an account of 32 global avian invasive species (as listed by the Invasive Species Specialist Group, ISSG). It acts as a one stop reference volume; it assesses current invasive status for each bird species, including details of physical description, diet, introduction and invasion pathways, breeding behaviour, natural habitat. It also looks at the environmental impact of each species, as well as current and future control methods. Full colour photographs assist with species identification and global distribution maps give a visual representation of the current known distributions of these species. The second part of the book discusses the biogeographical aspects of avian invasions, highlighting current and emerging invasive species across different regions of the world. The third section considers the impact of invasive species on native communities, problems associated with invasive bird management and the use of citizen science in the study of invasive birds.

Author : Terri DeGezelle
Publisher : Capstone
Page : 40 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0736870385

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Birds A to Z by Terri DeGezelle Pdf

Introduces the world of birds through photographs and facts which describe one for each letter of the alphabet.

Author : Jacques Barraband
Publisher : Studio
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 1963-01-01
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0670301485

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Exotic Birds by Jacques Barraband Pdf

Author : Kroodsma
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 392 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 1983-05-10
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780080924175

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Acoustic Communication in Birds by Kroodsma Pdf

Acoustic Communication in Birds, Volume 2: Song Learning and Its Consequences investigates acoustic communication in birds, with emphasis on song learning and its consequences. Some issues in the study of bird sounds are discussed, with particular reference to evolutionary considerations. The ontogeny of acoustic behavior in birds is also considered, along with sound production, neural control of song, and auditory perception. Comprised of nine chapters, this volume begins with an introduction to the nature, extent, and evolution of vocal learning in birds. Several well-documented examples in which vocal development appears to proceed independently of audition (and therefore independently of vocal learning) are presented, together with aspects of selective vocal learning; the timing of vocal learning; and selective forces that may have promoted the evolution of vocal learning in birds. Subsequent chapters explore the role of subsong and plastic song in the vocal learning process; the function and evolution of avian vocal mimicry; the ecological and social significance of duetting in birds; and microgeographic and macrogeographic variation in the acquired vocalizations of birds. The book also examines genetic population structure and vocal dialects in Zonotrichia (Emberizidae). This monograph will be of interest to ornithologists, evolutionary biologists, and zoologists, as well as to students of communication and bioacoustics.

Author : Bridget J.M. Stutchbury,Eugene S. Morton
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 210 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2022-09-28
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780128238158

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Behavioral Ecology of Tropical Birds by Bridget J.M. Stutchbury,Eugene S. Morton Pdf

Behavioral Ecology of Tropical Birds, Second Edition provides the most updated and comprehensive review on the evolution of behavior in tropical landbirds. The book reviews gaps in our knowledge that were identified twenty years ago when the first edition was published, highlights recent discoveries that have filled those gaps, and identifies new areas in urgent need of study. It covers key topics, including timing of breeding, movement ecology, life history traits, slow vs. fast pace of life, mating systems, mate choice, territoriality, communication, biotic interactions, and conservation. Written by international experts on the behavior of tropical birds, the book explores why the tropics is a unique natural laboratory to study the evolution of bird behavior and why temperate zone species are so different. A recent surge of studies on tropical birds has helped to reduce the temperate zone bias that arose because most avian model species in behavioral ecology were adapted to northern temperate climates. This is an important resource for researchers, ecologists and conservationists who want to understand the rich and complex evolutionary history of avian behavior. Includes examples from around the world Provides a historical perspective on new knowledge in the past 20 years Identifies knowledge gaps that have been filled, along with new gaps that have emerged Explores how avian behavior in the tropics is related to conservation

Author : E. A. Jayson,Chandrakasan Sivaperuman
Publisher : New India Publishing
Page : 300 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Birds
ISBN : 938023516X

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Community Ecology of Tropical Birds by E. A. Jayson,Chandrakasan Sivaperuman Pdf

Community Ecology of Tropical Birds, the tropical ecosystems is one of the most biological diverse habitats on the earth. Seventy six per cent of all centers of avian endemism occur in tropical regions and the same is true for many plant and animal communities. Birds are important component of biological diversity and their ecological, cultural, recreational and economic benefits are recognized universally. They act as vital links in many food webs and often serve as highly visible biological indicators of ecosystem health. Many bird populations are declining all over the world due to habitat loss and fragmentation, predation, pesticide use, invasive exotic species and other factors. This book is about the ecology of tropical bird community, all together 12 chapters are described and divided into two parts. The first part of this book looks at the forest bird community including status and distribution, species-abundance relationship, seasonal changes, vertical distribution and habitat utilisation. The second part provides detailed ecology of wetland bird community. This book will be an invaluable resource for field scientist, researchers, students, and naturalists in the field of Ornithology.

Author : Chilkibo Publishing
Publisher : Independently Published
Page : 26 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2020-11-02
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9798557508919

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Zoe Let's Meet Some Exotic Birds! by Chilkibo Publishing Pdf

Looking for the perfect present for your child? Look no further! Get a personalized book with your child's name in the text. This lovely book will make any kid feel like they are really in the story! This "Zoe, Let's Meet Some Exotic Birds!"- book for toddlers gives your child a great adventure while they see a few of the most exotic birds. Use this book any time your child wants to see fascinating birds, or simply tell it as a bedtime story to give them lovely dreams of all the birds. This book includes a very short, personalized story text next to each bird illustration, with a question for reflection to ask your child. Your child will meet the following exotic birds in this book: peacock, flamingo, hornbill, toucan, woodpecker, parrot, quail, northern cardinal, hummingbird, cockatoo and pelican. The perfect gift for any child in your life! Features: Personalized book with your child's name in the story Attractive illustrations on the cover and on every other page in the book 24 Pages, 11 Illustrations with the personalized story text 8.5 x 8.5 in, 21,59 x 21,59 cm