Raptors of the World - Couverture rigide

Ferguson-Lees, James; Etc.; Christie, David A.

Couverture rigide

ISBN 10 : 0713680261 ISBN 13 : 9780713680263

Editeur : Helm, 2001

Synopsis

This guide covers all the world's 313 raptor species illustrated with adult, juvenile and selected immature plumages as well as main geographical races. There are illustrations of over 2000 perched and flying birds, some with typical prey and facing texts summarising length, wingspan, male-to-female proportion, shape and flight. The text is further enhanced with line drawings illustrating specific points about identification and behaviour. "Covering every species of raptor on the planet, this book is perfect for anyone with an interest in birds of prey." Birdwatch

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

The newest addition to the highly regarded Helm Identification Series, which includes Seabirds (“unparalleled achievement,” “best bird guide of any kind or of any generation,” “sets the standard of excellence”) and Shorebirds (“a superb guide,” “a landmark volume”).
One of the most eagerly awaited bird books in recent decades, Raptors is the first complete identification guide to all the birds of prey of the world. Each of the 313 species is described thoroughly and accurately, and every plumage and variation is shown in more than two thousand color illustrations plus hundreds of black-and-white drawings. Both large-scale and small-scale range maps show in detail where each species has been found.
Like all the other identification guides in the Helm series — including Seabirds, Shorebirds, Warblers of the Americas, Waterfowl, Woodpeckers, and Sparrows and Buntings — Raptors is the definitive book on its subject. The birds of prey are arguably the most fascinating group of birds for birders and nonbirders alike, and Raptors will be an essential reference for anyone with an interest in birds.

Revue de presse

"A major addition to the raptor literature." - International Hawkwatcher

"Raptors is one of the most important bird books in recent decades. . . (it) is now the seminal work on the world's hawks." Bird Watcher's Digest

"An excellent reference for researchers and enthusiasts." - Northeastern Naturalist

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Helm
• Date d'édition: 2001
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0713680261
• ISBN 13: 9780713680263
• Reliure: Relié
• Illustrateur: Franklin Kim, Mead David, Burton Philip
• Nombre de pages: 992
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible