Report on the Migration of Birds in the Spring and Autumn of 1886: Eighth Report (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

J. A. Harvie-Brown

 
9780265947425: Report on the Migration of Birds in the Spring and Autumn of 1886: Eighth Report (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Migration of Birds in 1886: a detailed, station-by-station look at spring and autumn movements along Britain's coasts

This nonfiction work compiles the East Coast findings from twelve Scottish stations and nearby coasts, highlighting where the heaviest returns came in and how schedules were gathered. It also includes a diary of migratory movements, weather context, and notes from observers across the landscape.

  • Learn which stations reported the most schedules and what that implies about migration patterns.
  • See how weather and wind shaped bird movements during key weeks in March, April, and beyond.
  • Explore the day-by-day observations from multiple stations, including notes on rare or unusual sightings.
  • Discover how observers recorded wings, species identifications, and the practical challenges of field data.
Ideal for readers of historic natural history and bird migration records, especially those curious about 19th‑century field methods and regional patterns.

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ISBN 10:  1527836177 ISBN 13:  9781527836174
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