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Fires of Life

Author : Barry Gordon Lovegrove
Publisher : Yale University Press
ISBN 13 : 0300227167
Total Pages : 381 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (2 download)

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Download or read book Fires of Life written by Barry Gordon Lovegrove and published by Yale University Press. This book was released on 2019-01-01 with total page 381 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A groundbreaking argument on how endothermy--arguably the most important innovation in vertebrate evolution--developed in birds and mammals "Vividly narrated and illustrated. . . . Provocative and fascinating for specialists and lay readers alike."--Southeastern Naturalist This pioneering work investigates why endothermy, or "warm-bloodedness," evolved in birds and mammals, despite its enormous energetic costs. Arguing that single-cause hypotheses to explain the origins of endothermy have stalled research since the 1970s, Barry Gordon Lovegrove advances a novel conceptual framework that considers multiple potential causes and integrates data from the southern as well as the northern hemisphere. Drawing on paleontological data; research on extant species in places like the Karoo, Namaqualand, Madagascar, and Borneo; and novel physiological models, Lovegrove builds a compelling new explanation for the evolution of endothermy. Vividly narrated and illustrated, this book stages a groundbreaking argument that should prove provocative and fascinating for specialists and lay readers alike.

Birds and Mammals of Ladakh

Author : Otto Pfister
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
ISBN 13 : 9780199452705
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (527 download)

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Download or read book Birds and Mammals of Ladakh written by Otto Pfister and published by Oxford University Press, USA. This book was released on 2014-06-15 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ladakh in the northwestern trans-Himalayan region is a land of rich biodiversity. It has remained closed to visitors for many years. Yet, during recent years, tourism has 'discovered' the land of scenic landscapes, unspoiled nature, and hospitable people. Due to its isolation and inaccessibility, serious research on Ladakh's fauna has started only recently. This book is a complete inventory of all bird and mammal species in the Ladakh region. It describes and illustrates the numerous species of birds and mammals, including their local names, alternative names, habitat, behaviour, status, and distribution. A total of 305 bird species has been reported from the Ladakh region, of which 34 species have not been sighted after 1960. Similarly, two of the 33 mammal species have not been seen for some time. Ladakh, like any other cold desert in the world, is a fragile ecosystem that can be easily spoiled by unimaginative planning and uncontrolled tourism. This book gives practical and specific suggestions on how to conserve the ecosystem and enjoy the region's beauty without destroying it.

Book of Birds

Author : John Faaborg
Publisher : Texas A&M University Press
ISBN 13 : 1623497779
Total Pages : 781 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (234 download)

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Download or read book Book of Birds written by John Faaborg and published by Texas A&M University Press. This book was released on 2020-11-11 with total page 781 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Book of Birds: Introduction to Ornithology, John Faaborg, renowned expert on avian ecology and conservation, brings a fresh and accessible sensibility to the study of ornithology. In this beautifully illustrated volume, Faaborg’s approachable writing style will engage students and birders alike while introducing them to the study of the evolution, taxonomy, anatomy, physiology, diversity, and behavior of birds. With its unique focus on ecology, the text emphasizes birds’ relationships with the environment and other species while showing the amazing diversity of avian life. Faaborg pays special attention to the roles that competition, community structure, and reproductive behavior play in the astonishingly varied and interesting lives of birds seen around the world. He discusses variations in anatomy, morphology, and behavior; explains why such vast diversity exists; and explores the ways in which different birds can share the same spaces. Artist Claire Faaborg brings the science behind this diversity to life through her unique, hand-drawn artwork throughout the book. Combining vibrant visuals and knowledgeable insights, Book of Birds offers readers a firm foundation in the field of ornithology and an invaluable resource for understanding birds from an ecological and evolutionary perspective.

Bird Families of the World

Author : David Ward Winkler
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9788494189203
Total Pages : 599 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (892 download)

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Download or read book Bird Families of the World written by David Ward Winkler and published by . This book was released on 2015 with total page 599 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume is a synopsis of the diversity of all birds. It distills the voluminous detail of the 17-volume Handbook of Birds of the World into a single book. Based on the latest systematic research and summarizing what is known about the life history and biology of each group, this volume is the best single-volume entry to avian diversity available.

Ornithology

Author : Frank B. Gill
Publisher : Macmillan
ISBN 13 : 9780716724155
Total Pages : 802 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (241 download)

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Download or read book Ornithology written by Frank B. Gill and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 1995 with total page 802 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Approaches the subject from a biological and evolutionary perspective rather than just identification.

Prospectus of the Works on Ornithology and on the Mammalia of Australia by John Gould, Etc. (Names of the Subscribers To, and Possessors Of, the Various Works.).

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Author : John Gould
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 54 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (27 download)

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Download or read book Prospectus of the Works on Ornithology and on the Mammalia of Australia by John Gould, Etc. (Names of the Subscribers To, and Possessors Of, the Various Works.). written by John Gould and published by . This book was released on 1856 with total page 54 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Narrative of the United States Exploring Expedition

Author : Charles Wilkes
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 574 pages
Book Rating : 4.A/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Narrative of the United States Exploring Expedition written by Charles Wilkes and published by . This book was released on 1849 with total page 574 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Essential Ornithology

Author : Graham Scott
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
ISBN 13 : 0198804741
Total Pages : 174 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (988 download)

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Download or read book Essential Ornithology written by Graham Scott and published by Oxford University Press, USA. This book was released on 2020-08-21 with total page 174 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Essential Ornithology provides the reader with a concise but comprehensive introduction to the biology of birds, one of the most widely studied taxonomic groups. The book begins by considering the dinosaur origins of birds and their subsequent evolution. Development, anatomy, and physiology are then discussed followed by chapters devoted to avian reproduction, migration, ecology, and conservation. Sections dealing with aspects of bird/human relationships and bird conservation give the book an applied context. This new edition has been thoroughly updated, providing new information from rapidly-developing fields including the avian fossil record, urban and agricultural ecology, responses to climate change, invasive species biology, technologies to track movement, avian disease, and the role of citizen scientists. There is also a greater focus on North American ornithology. Drawing extensively upon the wider scientific literature, this engaging text places the results of classical studies of avian biology alongside the most recent scientific breakthroughs. Useful case studies are presented in a concise and engaging style with the student reader foremost in mind. Key points are highlighted and suggestions for guided reading and key references are included throughout. Essential Ornithology is a companion textbook for advanced undergraduate and graduate students taking courses in avian science, as well as a useful reference for professional researchers and consultants. Amateur ornithologists will also find this book offers a scientifically rigorous and accessible overview for a more general readership.

Flightless Birds

Author : Clive Roots
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN 13 : 0313083940
Total Pages : 235 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (13 download)

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Download or read book Flightless Birds written by Clive Roots and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2006-09-30 with total page 235 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: We share the earth with a wide variety of animal species, each of which brings something special to the diversity of the planet. By knowing more about how animals behave and live, we gain a greater understanding of how life evolved and the importance of biodiversity. This volume provides a complete guide to those birds that have evolved a trait that would seem to harm their ability to survive - flightlessness. Flight has its advantages - why would some birds be flightless? Flightless Birds covers the loss of flight in birds, both permanently after years of evolution, and temporarily as a result of unusual molting behavior, and those species that are in various stages of losing their flight. The book provides a thorough guide, perfect for research papers in biology classes, for understanding the behavior and biodiversity of a fascinating and unusual group of animals. Flightless Birds includes sections on the major groups of flightless birds: Rarities whose ancient ancestors were on the continents when they broke away millions of years ago, and who survived despite competing with mammals; birds that were marooned on islands in the ocean, where food was plentiful and predators absent; penguins, which evolved alongside seas teeming with food and had no need to fly, and the special case of New Zealand's many flightless species which evolved in a predator-free paradise but could not cope with the settlers and their alien animals; and the many species which have become extinct within historic times. Beautifully illustrated, with numerous color photos, Flightless Birds provides copious material for understanding these unusual animals.

An Introduction to the Ornithology of Cuvier

Author : Thomas Edward Bowdich
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 146 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (7 download)

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Download or read book An Introduction to the Ornithology of Cuvier written by Thomas Edward Bowdich and published by . This book was released on 1821 with total page 146 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Animals of Kruger National Park

Author : Keith Barnes
Publisher : Princeton University Press
ISBN 13 : 069116178X
Total Pages : 176 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (911 download)

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Download or read book Animals of Kruger National Park written by Keith Barnes and published by Princeton University Press. This book was released on 2016-10-18 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This compact and stunningly illustrated field guide is an essential companion for any safari in South Africa's Kruger National Park--one of the largest, most iconic, and most visited conservation areas in Africa. Featuring a unique attractive layout and more than 200 color photographs that show animals in a variety of poses, the guide covers all of the park's most frequently seen mammals, reptiles, and frogs. The authoritative and accessible text provides more information about identification, habitat, behavior, biology, and conservation than most competing guides. Written by South Africa native Keith Barnes, an experienced naturalist, wildlife guide, and author, the guide covers 57 mammals, 17 reptiles, and 8 frogs. In addition to Kruger's famous Big-5 of elephants, leopards, lions, rhinoceroses, and buffalos, the guide also includes lesser-known animals such as the charismatic Wild Dog, smaller cats like the Serval and Caracal, and odd nocturnal denizens like the Cape Porcupine and Springhare. Text and photos work seamlessly to enhance the user's understanding, appreciation, and enjoyment of the animals of this incredible region, which is home to South Africa's most important populations of megafauna. * An essential all-in-one Kruger safari companion* Perfect for new and experienced safari-goers alike* Small, portable format ideal for field use* Unique attractive layout with more than 200 stunning color photographs* Photos show animals in a variety of poses* Covers the most frequently seen species--57 mammals, 17 reptiles, and 8 frogs* Authoritative and accessible text provides more information about identification, behavior, biology, and conservation than most competing guides* Includes spoor prints for all frequently encountered mammal tracks Distributed by Princeton University Press.--

Birds and Mammals of the Falkland Islands

Author : Robin W. Woods
Publisher : Princeton University Press
ISBN 13 : 9781903657102
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (571 download)

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Download or read book Birds and Mammals of the Falkland Islands written by Robin W. Woods and published by Princeton University Press. This book was released on 2006 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is an authoritative photographic guide to the birds and land and marine mammals most likely to be encountered in the Falkland Islands, featuring 43 stunning color plates and a complete checklist of the birds. Comprehensive photographic guide to the Falkland Islands, covering the regularly occurring birds and mammals most likely to be encountered 43 stunning photographic plates illustrating the key identification features Full checklist of all 227 species of bird believed to have occurred on the islands The layout and text are written in an easy-to-read style, with notes on distribution, population, and conservations status Sections on topography, vegetation, and climate

Charles Darwin's Life with Birds

Author : Clifford B. Frith
Publisher : Oxford University Press
ISBN 13 : 0190240237
Total Pages : 521 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (92 download)

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Download or read book Charles Darwin's Life with Birds written by Clifford B. Frith and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2016 with total page 521 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Focuses exclusively on Darwin the ornithologist, not on biographical aspects of Darwin's life

Track and Sign

Author : John Rhyder
Publisher : The History Press
ISBN 13 : 0750996528
Total Pages : 433 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (59 download)

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Download or read book Track and Sign written by John Rhyder and published by The History Press. This book was released on 2021-01-29 with total page 433 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'Never have I felt so connected to the natural world than when trailing . . . The direction of the wind is noted almost subconsciously, the alarm calls of birds are obvious and the track and sign of all the other animals, even insects, crossing your trail reveal themselves. It's a strangely peaceful state where every sense seems to be stretched to the limit in a state of extreme concentration, and yet one feels completely relaxed and at peace. The whole of nature is revealed within an animal trail.' John Rhyder explores the world of British mammals, birds, reptiles and amphibians through their tracks and other signs, including scat, feeding, damage to trees, dens, beds and nests, providing a fully explained and illustrated guide to the natural world around us. Following years of extensive research from one of the UK's leading wildlife trackers, Track and Sign is illustrated with line drawings and photographs, making identification in the field effective and accurate for both the complete beginner and the expert naturalist.

An Introduction to the Ornithology of Cuvier, for the use of students and travellers. By T. Edward Bowdich. [The text extracted and translated from Cuvier's "Le Règne animal," arranged in tabular form and annotated by Thomas E. Bowdich. With plates.]

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Author : Georges baron Cuvier
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 148 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (19 download)

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Download or read book An Introduction to the Ornithology of Cuvier, for the use of students and travellers. By T. Edward Bowdich. [The text extracted and translated from Cuvier's "Le Règne animal," arranged in tabular form and annotated by Thomas E. Bowdich. With plates.] written by Georges baron Cuvier and published by . This book was released on 1821 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

The Unfeathered Bird

Author : Katrina van Grouw
Publisher : Princeton University Press
ISBN 13 : 0691151342
Total Pages : 304 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (911 download)

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Download or read book The Unfeathered Bird written by Katrina van Grouw and published by Princeton University Press. This book was released on 2013 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There is more to a bird than simply feathers. And just because birds evolved from a single flying ancestor doesn't mean they are structurally the same. With 385 stunning drawings depicting 200 species, The Unfeathered bird is a richly illustrated book on bird anatomy that offers refreshingly original insights into what goes on beneath the feathered surface.

Beaks, Bones and Bird Songs

Author : Roger Lederer
Publisher : Timber Press
ISBN 13 : 1604696486
Total Pages : 281 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (46 download)

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Download or read book Beaks, Bones and Bird Songs written by Roger Lederer and published by Timber Press. This book was released on 2016-06-22 with total page 281 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Reveals the strange and wondrous adaptations birds rely on to get by.” —National Audubon Society When we see a bird flying from branch to branch happily chirping, it is easy to imagine they lead a simple life of freedom, flight, and feathers. What we don’t see is the arduous, life-threatening challenges they face at every moment. Beaks, Bones, and Bird Songs guides the reader through the myriad, and often almost miraculous, things that birds do every day to merely stay alive. Like the goldfinch, which manages extreme weather changes by doubling the density of its plumage in winter. Or urban birds, which navigate traffic through a keen understanding of posted speed limits. In engaging and accessible prose, Roger Lederer shares how and why birds use their sensory abilities to see ultraviolet, find food without seeing it, fly thousands of miles without stopping, change their songs in noisy cities, navigate by smell, and much more.