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More than fifty experts from around the world have fashioned this portrait of some of the world's most graceful and spectacular birds.
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From School Library Journal
YA-- Magnificent photos accompanied by a very readable, descriptive, yet scientific, text raise this book above coffee-table status. Coverage is given to all meat-eating birds (except owls, which are not considered raptors), from the world's largest, the Andean condor, to the smallest, the 3 oz. African pygmy falcon. Field guide drawings of all major raptors are provided, with details about each bird's appearance, size, diet, and range. The bulk of the work, which is based largely on original research by noted ornithologists, examines the many facets of these birds. The photos and diagrams help readers understand the habits of these creatures, whether it be "bone dropping" by bearded vultures or the social hunting techniques used by Harris's hawks as they ambush rabbits. Many bird books are available; this is one of the best.
- Pam Spencer, Jefferson Sci-Tech, Alexandria, VA
Copyright 1991 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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Approximately 292 species of raptors--birds of prey including eagles, hawks, kites, falcons, and vultures--exist today in all parts of the world except the polar regions and some islands. The articles collected here provide a comprehensive survey of raptor classification, biology, behavior, and conservation, as well as a review of human-raptor interactions, which have ranged from deification to deliberate campaigns of extermination. Balancing scientific data and clarity of style, this is accessible to nonspecialists without condescending or oversimplifying. A fine complement to field guides; for public and undergraduate birding collections.
- Paul B. Cors, Univ. of Wyoming Lib., Laramie
Copyright 1990 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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- PublisherMurdoch Books
- Publication date1990
- ISBN 10 1853911313
- ISBN 13 9781853911316
- BindingHardcover
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages240
- EditorPenny Olsen
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