The Raven presents a summary of knowledge of its natural history, describing its distribution, feeding habits, association with other animals, and breeding.
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Derek Ratcliffe worked for the Nature Conservancy and has authored 2 Poyser monographs and other books on upland wildlife. Now retired, he often watches wildlife in the Arctic regions.
Chris Rose is an internationally acclaimed wildlife artist who specialises in wildlife within the landscape.
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Hardcover. Etat : New. Etat de la jaquette : New. London: T & A D Poyser, 1997. Photos, illustrations., graphs, index, 326 pages. Hard Cover. New/New. N° de réf. du vendeur 015063
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Hardback. Etat : New. The Raven presents a summary of knowledge of its natural history, describing its distribution, feeding habits, association with other animals, and breeding.The Raven is one of the most spectacular and romantic of British birds, but relatively neglected in the modern literature of ornithology. Derek Ratcliffe here presents a thorough summary of our knowledge of its natural history, emphasizing the long association of the bird with humankind. The place of the Raven in myth, legend and history is long established, and this book describes the bird's fall from grace as a valued scavenger in medieval cities to a persecuted outcast in the modern wilds.The previous wide occurrence of Ravens is reviewed against the relationships between their present distribution, status and habitat requirements, as both a nesting and a non-breeding resident. The dependence of Ravens on carrion (especially sheep) within an omnivorous diet is the key to the species' ecology, and its social behaviour has evolved in close relation to this lifestyle.The flocking and communal roosting of non-breeders are major features of Raven behaviour, while their nesting habits emphasise the territorial nature of breeding birds and their adaptation to secure but harsh environments. Raven numbers vary in relation to their food supply, local populations adjusting accordingly, although the precise mechanism involved is still obscure. Ravens have a considerable capacity for recolonising old haunts when suitable conditions are restored, as well as exploiting new areas where the habitat becomes favourable, and there are local success stories to tell.Nationwide, however, the species' position is delicately balanced and depends on both sympathetic land management practices and improving attitudes to Ravens as friends not foes. Worldwide, Ravens are one of the most successful of all bird groups, occurring over a large part of the northern hemisphere, and replaced in some southern and tropical regions by other raven species which exploit the familiar raven niche in their own environments. The discussion of the northern hemisphere species is enlivened by reference to other species where useful. Finally, the Raven's age-old reputation for high intelligence is weighed critically against the available evidence. Today, Ravens carry a new omen in the modern world, as a barometer of goodwill to wildlife. Like those in the Tower of London, the continued existence of Ravens in our wild countryside will reveal something about both our current situation and our prospects for the future.The text is brought to life through wonderful illustrations by Chris Rose. N° de réf. du vendeur LU-9780856610905
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Etat : New. Focusing on the raven's ecology in the UK, this text presents a summary of the state of knowledge regarding the raven's natural history, describing its present distribution, habitat requirements, call, feeding habits, social behaviour and population centres. Series: Poyser. Num Pages: 384 pages, colour illustrations, maps, tables, index. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 1DBR; PSVS; PSVW6. Category: (P) Professional & Scholarly; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 236 x 163 x 24. Weight in Grams: 920. . 1997. First Edition. Hardcover. . . . . N° de réf. du vendeur V9780856610905
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FIRST EDITION, FINE IN FINE IN DUSTWRAP. ILLUSTRATED BY CHRIS ROSE. N° de réf. du vendeur 1307
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Hardcover. Etat : Very Good. Etat de la jaquette : Very Good. ROSE, Chris (illustrateur). Green cloth boards with gilt lettering to spine. Boards are generally in very good order. No particular bumping or wear to corners or edges. Spine is intact with just a little mild bumping to ends. Textblock is tight, bright and clean. 326 pp. White glazed paper dust jacket with black lettering to spine and front. Dj is in a good condition albeit with some very mild creasing to the edges. Spine area is very slightly age darkened. Not priceclipped. Additional photos are available upon request. When securely packed this item will weigh in the region of 792g. Unless specifically mentioned, all our books are photographed so you can see what you are buying. ABE may, however, display a stock image whilst processing ours. (YBP Ref: 034748:13h) Size: 8vo - over 73/4" - 93/4" Tall Language: ENG 792 G. Book. N° de réf. du vendeur 034748
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Hardcover. Etat : new. Hardcover. The Raven presents a summary of knowledge of its natural history, describing its distribution, feeding habits, association with other animals, and breeding.The Raven is one of the most spectacular and romantic of British birds, but relatively neglected in the modern literature of ornithology. Derek Ratcliffe here presents a thorough summary of our knowledge of its natural history, emphasizing the long association of the bird with humankind. The place of the Raven in myth, legend and history is long established, and this book describes the birds fall from grace as a valued scavenger in medieval cities to a persecuted outcast in the modern wilds.The previous wide occurrence of Ravens is reviewed against the relationships between their present distribution, status and habitat requirements, as both a nesting and a non-breeding resident. The dependence of Ravens on carrion (especially sheep) within an omnivorous diet is the key to the species ecology, and its social behaviour has evolved in close relation to this lifestyle.The flocking and communal roosting of non-breeders are major features of Raven behaviour, while their nesting habits emphasise the territorial nature of breeding birds and their adaptation to secure but harsh environments. Raven numbers vary in relation to their food supply, local populations adjusting accordingly, although the precise mechanism involved is still obscure. Ravens have a considerable capacity for recolonising old haunts when suitable conditions are restored, as well as exploiting new areas where the habitat becomes favourable, and there are local success stories to tell.Nationwide, however, the species position is delicately balanced and depends on both sympathetic land management practices and improving attitudes to Ravens as friends not foes. Worldwide, Ravens are one of the most successful of all bird groups, occurring over a large part of the northern hemisphere, and replaced in some southern and tropical regions by other raven species which exploit the familiar raven niche in their own environments. The discussion of the northern hemisphere species is enlivened by reference to other species where useful. Finally, the Ravens age-old reputation for high intelligence is weighed critically against the available evidence. Today, Ravens carry a new omen in the modern world, as a barometer of goodwill to wildlife. Like those in the Tower of London, the continued existence of Ravens in our wild countryside will reveal something about both our current situation and our prospects for the future.The text is brought to life through wonderful illustrations by Chris Rose. The Raven: A Natural History in Britain and Ireland presents a summary of knowledge of its natural history, describing its distribution, feeding habits, association with otber animals, and breeding. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780856610905
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