Report on the Migration of Birds in the Spring and Autumn of 1883. Fifth Report

Richard Manliffe Barrington; John Cordeaux; J. A. Harvie-Brown; Alexander Goodman More

ISBN 10: 9364544587 / ISBN 13: 9789364544580

Published by Zinc Read, 2024

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Report on the Migration of Birds in the Spring and Autumn of 1883. Fifth Report
• Publisher: Zinc Read
• Publication Date: 2024
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 9364544587
• ISBN 13: 9789364544580
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

In this report, findings are organized by species, recording their arrival and departure dates for spring and autumn migrations, as well as unusual occurrences. The authors emphasize the role of weather, particularly wind direction and storms, in influencing migratory behavior. By comparing data from previous years, they identify both consistencies and anomalies in the migratory patterns, offering insights into how varying environmental conditions may impact the timing and distribution of migrations. As an important contribution to early ornithological research, the fifth report is part of a foundational series in migration studies. The long-term observational data compiled in this series provides a baseline for understanding how migration patterns respond to natural environmental changes, establishing an early precedent for ecological studies in avian biology. This work remains a valuable historical resource for researchers examining the evolution of migration science and 19th-century ornithological practices.