The LeMaster Method : Waterfowl Identification

Richard LeMaster

Published by Scotch Game Call Co., 1981

Scotch Game Call Co., Oakfield, New York [Published date: circa early 1980s; undated, with "Copyright 1981 Richard LeMaster" on identification plates (inside front cover)]. Precedes the Stackpole revised edition. Spiral-bound softcover, 75 pp; illustrated throughout in full color with bill, head, wing, and foot identification charts; 18 x 12 cm. In good condition. Illustrated paper covers featuring color artwork of three duck heads on front panel; wire-coil binding intact but with some cover wear, including scuffing and soiling. Interior pages unmarked with occasional spotting and soiling and some light toning at edges. This compact field manual introduces The LeMaster Method - an innovative visual system for identifying waterfowl by the shape and size of their bills, wings, and feet. Developed by Illinois carver and model builder Richard "Dick" LeMaster, the guide enables hunters, naturalists, and birders to distinguish species such as mallards, teal, scaup, and mergansers by precise morphological comparison. Includes detailed painted illustrations by the author, flight-level charts, color and seasonal variations, and an index (p. 75) with usage instructions. With foreword by wildlife specialist Frank C. Bellrose. A pioneering reference in modern North American waterfowl identification, highly regarded among decoy carvers and sportsmen for its accuracy and artistic presentation. [From back cover] Scotch Game Call Company of Oakfield, New York, is proud to introduce The LeMaster Method of Waterfowl Identification, a revolutionary new system for identifying waterfowl in the field. Designed by noted outdoorsman Richard LeMaster, this method uses a unique combination of bill, wing, and foot characteristics to enable hunters and naturalists to make accurate identifications of ducks and geese - even under difficult lighting or weather conditions. Clear, full-color illustrations make this pocket-sized guide easy to use in the blind, marsh, or field. With The LeMaster Method, you'll learn to recognize waterfowl quickly and confidently by their most distinctive features. Seller Inventory # 20251009001

Bibliographic Details

Title: The LeMaster Method : Waterfowl ...
Publisher: Scotch Game Call Co.
Publication Date: 1981
Binding: Spiral Bound
Condition: Good