Compact Guide to British Columbia Birds

Kagume, Krista; Campbell, Wayne; Kennedy, Gregory

ISBN 10: 155105471X / ISBN 13: 9781551054711

Published by Lone Pine Publishing (edition 1), 2005

About this Item

It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting.

Seller Inventory # 155105471X-11-1

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Compact Guide to British Columbia Birds
• Publisher: Lone Pine Publishing (edition 1)
• Publication Date: 2005
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 155105471X
• ISBN 13: 9781551054711
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition: 1.
• Condition: Very Good

About this title

Synopsis

This fascinating, fact-filled book is an excellent introduction to the avian populations of British Columbia. Over 80 species of birds are featured with two pages devoted to each species. A full-colour illustration of each bird includes key identifiers. You'll also find information on each bird's common and scientific name, its size and voice, a range map, a photograph of the bird's egg, along with information on nesting, size of the egg and incubation period.Each account also includes illustrations of similar species. Take this book along on your next wilderness or backyard adventure and identify the feathered friends you meet along the way!

About the Author

KRISTA KAGUME is a nature writer who has travelled across North America, working as a freelance journalist, cycling-tour guide and deckhand on a commercial fishing vessel. After earning her degree in conservation biology, Krista focused on environmental research and communications. Her work in Alberta and the Northwest Territories has included research on tiny tundra plants, organic farming, breeding birds and one grizzly bear immobilization. She currently lives in a small town outside Edmonton with her adventurous family, who enjoy the outdoors and encourage others to appreciate nature. Published On: 2017-03-01