Works (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

R. Kearton

 
9780267858798: Works (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Discover the world of bird nests and eggs, with practical details you can use in the field.

This volume collects notes on where birds prefer to nest, what their nests look like, and the eggs they lay. It offers concrete descriptions drawn from careful observation, helping readers recognize common nesting habits across species.

The book leads you through types of nests, the materials used, and egg colors and counts for many familiar birds. It emphasizes the variety found in natural settings, from hedges and walls to shorelines and moorland, all illustrated with accessible language.
  • How nests are placed, from ground hollows to cliff ledges and human-built structures
  • Egg colors, sizes, and markings typical for a wide range of species
  • Nesting materials and interior linings that birds choose
  • Patterns and exceptions in nesting behavior across different habitats
Ideal for readers of natural history and anyone curious about how birds raise their young in the wild.

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