Hawks & Owls of the Great Lakes Region & Eastern North America
Title | Hawks & Owls of the Great Lakes Region & Eastern North America PDF eBook |
Author | Chris G. Earley |
Publisher | Firefly Books |
Pages | 134 |
Release | 2004 |
Genre | History |
ISBN | 9781552978474 |
Birds of prey can be particularly difficult to track for a variety of reasons: - Nocturnal behavior - Remote habitats - Migratory patterns - Swift flight speeds Hawks and Owls depicts both the subtle differences and rich diversity among these awe-inspiring birds. With crisp, clean photographs and precise identification notes, this guide makes quick and accurate classifications easier. The families of birds includes: New world vultures Osprey, kites, eagles, hawks and allies Caracara and falcons Barn and bay owls Typical owls The information on each species is concisely organized and includes the differences between male and female, seasonal and immature plumage, morphs and distinctive markings. Color pictures and range maps accompany the text. The 180 photographs from award-winning photographers show these birds in their natural environments through the seasons. Comparison pages group similar-looking birds on a single page for quick reference. Hawks and Owls is a sturdy, pocket-sized field guide that will be indispensable to naturalists, students and birders at all levels of experience, from Florida to Ontario.
Hawks and Owls of Eastern North America
Title | Hawks and Owls of Eastern North America PDF eBook |
Author | Donald S. Heintzelman |
Publisher | Rutgers University Press |
Pages | 236 |
Release | 2004 |
Genre | Nature |
ISBN | 9780813533506 |
Annotation. An essential illustrated resource on the hawks & owls of Eastern North America.
Hawks and Owls of Eastern North America
Title | Hawks and Owls of Eastern North America PDF eBook |
Author | Chris G. Earley |
Publisher | |
Pages | 0 |
Release | 2012 |
Genre | Nature |
ISBN | 9781554079995 |
Introduces over thirty birds of prey that make their homes in eastern North America, covering the differences between males and females, plumages, and distinctive markings, and indicating their ranges on maps.
Birds of Eastern Canada
Title | Birds of Eastern Canada PDF eBook |
Author | Percy Algernon Taverner |
Publisher | J. de L. Taché |
Pages | 454 |
Release | 1919 |
Genre | Birds |
ISBN |
Proceedings: Symposium On Sustainable Management Of Hemlock Ecosystems in Eastern North America, June 22-24, 1999, Durham, New..., General T.
Title | Proceedings: Symposium On Sustainable Management Of Hemlock Ecosystems in Eastern North America, June 22-24, 1999, Durham, New..., General T. PDF eBook |
Author | |
Publisher | |
Pages | 294 |
Release | 1980 |
Genre | Forests and forestry |
ISBN |
Nature Canada
Title | Nature Canada PDF eBook |
Author | |
Publisher | |
Pages | 20 |
Release | 2006 |
Genre | Ecology |
ISBN |
Waterfowl of Eastern North America
Title | Waterfowl of Eastern North America PDF eBook |
Author | Chris G. Earley |
Publisher | Buffalo, N.Y. ; Richmond Hill, Ont. : Firefly Books |
Pages | 164 |
Release | 2005 |
Genre | Nature |
ISBN |
An indispensable field guide and reference for birders. The eastern Continental Divide from Florida to Ontario contains the world's largest network of freshwater lakes, rivers, wetlands and coastal waters. It is home to an astonishingly large variety of ducks, geese, and other waterfowl. Waterfowl of Eastern North America is a richly illustrated pocket-sized field guide for birders and naturalists. Full-color photographs show these birds in their natural habitats in each season. Comparison pages group similar-looking birds on a single spread for quick reference. Concise and accurate information on each species includes: Common name Biological classification Identifying features Seasonal changes to plumage color. The detailed information on each species is concisely organized and includes the differences between male and female, seasonal and immature plumage, morphs and distinctive markings. The coverage includes: Ducks and geese Swans and pelicans Loons, grebes and cormorants. Waterfowl of Eastern North America also features essential information for birders who want to support conservation groups that protect waterfowl and their quickly disappearing habitats.