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Author : Bernard Acworth
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 198 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (388 download)
Download or read book The Cuckoo and Other Bird Mysteries written by Bernard Acworth and published by . This book was released on 1944 with total page 198 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : B. Acworth
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 198 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (112 download)
Download or read book The Cuckoo and Other Birds Mysteries written by B. Acworth and published by . This book was released on 1944 with total page 198 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Bernard Acworth
Publisher : Open Road Media
ISBN 13 : 1504067053
Total Pages : 378 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (4 download)
Download or read book Bird and Butterfly Mysteries written by Bernard Acworth and published by Open Road Media. This book was released on 2021-04-20 with total page 378 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As part of his challenge to the theory of evolution, the outspoken creationist presents alternative theories of bird flight and migration. In 1932, Bernard Acworth established the Evolution Protest Movement (now called the Creation Science Movement) for the purpose of criticizing evolutionary theory in scientific terms. A freelance journalist and amateur ornithologist, he took aim at the accepted science of ornithology with a keenly skeptical eye. Here, Acworth addresses topics including bird and butterfly migration, and the peculiarities of the cuckoo. In Bird and Butterfly Mysteries, Acworth presents a close examination of the science concerning the flight of winged animals. Through this analysis, he exposes errors that call into question many of the major conclusions reached by professional ornithologists. While the two Laws of Currents Acworth proposes in this volume have since appeared in other works on ornithology, he has never received due credit for their discovery.
Author : Alexander Hay Japp
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 332 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (334 download)
Download or read book Our Common Cuckoo and Other Cuckoos and Parasitical Birds written by Alexander Hay Japp and published by . This book was released on 1899 with total page 332 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Nick Davies
Publisher : A&C Black
ISBN 13 : 1408135868
Total Pages : 331 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (81 download)
Download or read book Cuckoos, Cowbirds and Other Cheats written by Nick Davies and published by A&C Black. This book was released on 2010-09-30 with total page 331 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This fascinating study describes the natural histories of these brood parasites and examines many of the exciting questions they raise about the evolution of cheating and the arms race between parasites and their prey. Brood parasites fill their armoury with adaptations including exquisite egg mimicry, rapid laying, ejection of host eggs, murder of host young, chick mimicry and manipulative begging behaviour: ploys shown by recent research to have evolved in response to host defence behaviour or through competition among the parasites themselves. While many host species appear defenceless, accepting parasite eggs quite unlike their own, many are more discriminating against odd-looking eggs and some have evolved the ability to discriminate against odd-looking chicks as well. How is this arms race conducted? Will defenceless hosts develop defences in time, or are there constraints which limit the evolution and perfection of host defences? And why are so few species obliged only to lay eggs in host nests? Have host defences limited the success of brood parasitism, or is it in fact much more common than we suspect, but occurring mainly when birds parasitize the nest of their own kind? All of these puzzles are examined in descriptions of the natural history of each of the groups of parasites in turn. Here is a book with wide appeal, both to amateur naturalists fascinated by this most singular and macabre of behaviours and by ornithologists and ecologists interested in the evolution of ecology and behaviour. The story takes us from the classic field work by pioneer ornithologists such as Edgar Chance, Stuart Baker, Herbert Friedmann and others, through to the experimental field work and molecular techniques of today's leading scientists. We visit brood parasites in Europe, Asia, Japan, Africa, Australasia, and North and South America, to look at some of the world's most interesting birds and some of biology's most interesting questions, many of which still beg answers from ornithologists in the future. Brilliant illustrations by David Quinn illuminate the species discussed, showing many behaviours never before illustrated and conveying the thrill of watching these astonishing birds in the wild.
Author : Nick Davies
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN 13 : 1620409534
Total Pages : 374 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (24 download)
Download or read book Cuckoo written by Nick Davies and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2015-04-07 with total page 374 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A gifted biologist's careful and beguiling study of why cuckoos have got away with tricking other birds into hatching and raising their young for thousands of years. The familiar call of the common cuckoo, “cuck-oo,” has been a harbinger of spring ever since our ancestors walked out of Africa many thousands of years ago. However, for naturalist and scientist Nick Davies, the call is an invitation to solve an enduring puzzle: how does the cuckoo get away with laying its eggs in the nests of other birds and tricking them into raising young cuckoos rather than their own offspring? Early observers who noticed a little warbler feeding a monstrously large cuckoo chick concluded the cuckoo's lack of parental care was the result of faulty design by the Creator, and that the hosts chose to help the poor cuckoo. These quaint views of bad design and benevolence were banished after Charles Darwin proposed that the cuckoo tricks the hosts in an evolutionary battle, where hosts evolve better defenses against cuckoos and cuckoos, in turn, evolve better trickery to outwit the hosts. For the last three decades, Davies has employed observation and field experiments to unravel the details of this evolutionary “arms race” between cuckoos and their hosts. Like a detective, Davies and his colleagues studied adult cuckoo behavior, cuckoo egg markings, and cuckoo chick begging calls to discover exactly how cuckoos trick their hosts. For birding and evolution aficionados, The Cuckoo is a lyrical and scientifically satisfying exploration of one of nature's most astonishing and beautiful adaptations.
Author : Nancy Lawson
Publisher : Chronicle Books
ISBN 13 : 1616896175
Total Pages : 226 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (168 download)
Download or read book The Humane Gardener written by Nancy Lawson and published by Chronicle Books. This book was released on 2017-04-18 with total page 226 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this eloquent plea for compassion and respect for all species, journalist and gardener Nancy Lawson describes why and how to welcome wildlife to our backyards. Through engaging anecdotes and inspired advice, profiles of home gardeners throughout the country, and interviews with scientists and horticulturalists, Lawson applies the broader lessons of ecology to our own outdoor spaces. Detailed chapters address planting for wildlife by choosing native species; providing habitats that shelter baby animals, as well as birds, bees, and butterflies; creating safe zones in the garden; cohabiting with creatures often regarded as pests; letting nature be your garden designer; and encouraging natural processes and evolution in the garden. The Humane Gardener fills a unique niche in describing simple principles for both attracting wildlife and peacefully resolving conflicts with all the creatures that share our world.
Author : Oldřich Mikulica
Publisher : Princeton University Press
ISBN 13 : 9780995567306
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (673 download)
Download or read book The Cuckoo written by Oldřich Mikulica and published by Princeton University Press. This book was released on 2017 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: We all know Cuckoos as the harbingers of spring - whose haunting calls proclaim the birds own name across fields and reedbeds. A bird much more often heard than actually seen, and often mistaken for a hawk or falcon when briefly glimpsed in flight. Cuckoos are also well known, perhaps even infamous, for their habit of laying their own eggs into the nests of much smaller species, such as reed warblers, who are then doomed to raise the enormous cuckoo chick rather than their own young, and whose eggs are ruthlessly thrown from the nest by the cuckoo hatchling. But how does this complex behaviour act out in nature, and how did it evolve? What are the cuckoo's special tricks and what counter-measures have the host birds developed to resist the depredations of cuckoos? In this book the authors delve into the stories behind what we see, and into the complex and ever evolving evolutionary arms race by which the nest parasite and its hosts constantly try to leapfrog each other into prime position. The natural history of the cuckoo-host struggle is illuminated with detailed explanations of the results of behavioural and ecological research to provide a comprehensive, but highly readable, account in which an insight into one puzzle constantly reveals a new question begging an answer. The whole story is brought vividly to life through the astonishing photographs of Oldo Mikulica, who has watched cuckoos and their various hosts from hides for almost four decades. The result is a unique and beautiful book which both informs and delights.
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Total Pages : 228 pages
Book Rating : 4.A/5 ( download)
Download or read book Nature's Realm written by and published by . This book was released on 1891 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Marty Wingate
Publisher : Alibi
ISBN 13 : 0425286223
Total Pages : 295 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (252 download)
Download or read book Farewell, My Cuckoo written by Marty Wingate and published by Alibi. This book was released on 2018-04-10 with total page 295 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Julia Lanchester must defend her love nest from an invasive species: her boyfriend’s sister. And then there’s the little matter of murder . . . “The cuckoo comes in April and sings its song in May. In June it changes tune and July it flies away.” Wedding bells are ringing in the small British village of Smeaton-under-Lyme. Julia Lanchester’s second-in-command at the local tourist center is finally getting married, and the lovebirds are giving Julia and her live-in boyfriend, Michael Sedgwick, ideas about their own future. But before anyone can say “Will you,” Michael’s flighty older sister, Pammy, crashes the party, fresh off a breakup and lugging all her worldly possessions around with her in a tangle of plastic bags. Before long, Julia’s cozy cottage starts feeling more like Pammy’s bachelorette pad. To keep herself from going cuckoo, Julia throws herself into her pet projects at work—until death disrupts her plans. First a body is found on the estate. Then the police discover that Pammy was the last one to see the man alive. And soon Julia gets the feeling that if she ever wants her home—or her boyfriend—back, she’ll have to get to the bottom of this mystery, even if it means breaking a few eggs. Marty Wingate’s captivating mysteries can be enjoyed together or separately, in any order: The Birds of a Feather series: THE RHYME OF THE MAGPIE | EMPTY NEST | EVERY TRICK IN THE ROOK | FAREWELL, MY CUCKOO “Marty Wingate’s Birds of a Feather mysteries provide a perfect blend of quirky characters and atmosphere.”—Christine Goff, bestselling author of the Birdwatcher’s Mystery series The Potting Shed series: THE GARDEN PLOT | THE RED BOOK OF PRIMROSE HOUSE | BETWEEN A ROCK AND A HARD PLACE | THE SKELETON GARDEN | THE BLUEBONNET BETRAYAL | BEST-LAID PLANTS
Author : Atina Amrahs
Publisher : Mds0
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (23 download)
Download or read book The Mysterious Bird Cuckoo written by Atina Amrahs and published by Mds0. This book was released on 2023-07-08 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The Mysterious Bird Cuckoo: A Closer Look" is an in-depth exploration of the enigmatic world of cuckoos. This captivating book delves into the mysteries surrounding these birds, their behaviors, and their ecological significance. Through a careful examination of their taxonomy, physical characteristics, and unique adaptations, readers gain a deeper understanding of the diversity and complexity of cuckoos. The book takes readers on a journey through cuckoo habitats, from lush forests to bustling cities, highlighting the challenges these birds face in a rapidly changing world. It explores the impacts of habitat loss, climate change, and human interactions on cuckoo populations, shedding light on the urgent need for conservation efforts. Readers discover the intricate co-evolutionary relationships between cuckoos and their unwitting foster parents, witnessing the remarkable adaptations that have evolved over time. The book unravels the arms race between cuckoos and hosts, showcasing the complex interplay of evolutionary pressures and the fascinating strategies employed by both parties. While exploring the threats that cuckoos face, such as hunting, trapping, and pesticide use, the book also emphasizes the conservation initiatives aimed at protecting these birds. It highlights the importance of education, awareness, and community engagement in promoting the conservation of cuckoos and their habitats. Throughout the book, the cultural and historical significance of cuckoos is woven into the narrative, showcasing their presence in literature, folklore, and mythology. The mysterious allure of cuckoos transcends cultures, inspiring awe, wonder, and contemplation about the natural world. "The Mysterious Bird Cuckoo: A Closer Look" is a call to action, urging readers to appreciate the wonders of nature and to contribute to the conservation of these captivating birds. With its comprehensive exploration of cuckoos, this book serves as a gateway to understanding their ecology, behaviors, and the urgent need to protect them for future generations.
Author : Jerry West
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN 13 : 9781460936887
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (368 download)
Download or read book The Happy Hollisters at Sea Gull Beach written by Jerry West and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2011-04-26 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Originally published: New York: Garden City Books, 1953.
Author : Robert Galbraith
Publisher : Mulholland Books
ISBN 13 : 0316206865
Total Pages : 452 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (162 download)
Download or read book The Cuckoo's Calling written by Robert Galbraith and published by Mulholland Books. This book was released on 2013-04-30 with total page 452 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Published under a pseudonym, J. K. Rowling's brilliant debut mystery introduces Detective Cormoran Strike as he investigates a supermodel's suicide in "one of the best books of the year" (USA Today), the first novel in the brilliant series that inspired the acclaimed HBO Max series C.B. Strike. After losing his leg to a land mine in Afghanistan, Cormoran Strike is barely scraping by as a private investigator. Strike is down to one client, creditors are calling, and after a breakup with his longtime girlfriend, he's living in his office. Then John Bristow walks through his door with a shocking story: His sister, the legendary supermodel Lula Landry -- known to her friends as the Cuckoo -- famously fell to her death a few months earlier. The police ruled it a suicide, but John refuses to believe that. The case plunges Strike into the world of multimillionaire beauties, rock-star boyfriends, and desperate designers, and it introduces him to every variety of pleasure, enticement, seduction, and delusion known to man. You may think you know detectives, but you've never met one quite like Strike. You may think you know about the wealthy and famous, but you've never seen them under an investigation like this.
Author : Anthony Doerr
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 1982168455
Total Pages : 608 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (821 download)
Download or read book Cloud Cuckoo Land written by Anthony Doerr and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2021-09-28 with total page 608 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: On the New York Times bestseller list for over 20 weeks * A New York Times Notable Book * A National Book Award Finalist * Named a Best Book of the Year by Fresh Air, Time, Entertainment Weekly, Associated Press, and many more “If you’re looking for a superb novel, look no further.” —The Washington Post From the Pulitzer Prize–winning author of All the Light We Cannot See, comes the instant New York Times bestseller that is a “wildly inventive, a humane and uplifting book for adults that’s infused with the magic of childhood reading experiences” (The New York Times Book Review). Among the most celebrated and beloved novels of recent times, Cloud Cuckoo Land is a triumph of imagination and compassion, a soaring story about children on the cusp of adulthood in worlds in peril, who find resilience, hope, and a book. In the 15th century, an orphan named Anna lives inside the formidable walls of Constantinople. She learns to read, and in this ancient city, famous for its libraries, she finds what might be the last copy of a centuries-old book, the story of Aethon, who longs to be turned into a bird so that he can fly to a utopian paradise in the sky. Outside the walls is Omeir, a village boy, conscripted with his beloved oxen into the army that will lay siege to the city. His path and Anna’s will cross. In the present day, in a library in Idaho, octogenarian Zeno rehearses children in a play adaptation of Aethon’s story, preserved against all odds through centuries. Tucked among the library shelves is a bomb, planted by a troubled, idealistic teenager, Seymour. This is another siege. And in a not-so-distant future, on the interstellar ship Argos, Konstance is alone in a vault, copying on scraps of sacking the story of Aethon, told to her by her father. Anna, Omeir, Seymour, Zeno, and Konstance are dreamers and outsiders whose lives are gloriously intertwined. Doerr’s dazzling imagination transports us to worlds so dramatic and immersive that we forget, for a time, our own.
Author : Carla Hester
Publisher : Xlibris Corporation
ISBN 13 : 1465318518
Total Pages : 50 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (653 download)
Download or read book Penelope Plum Mysteries written by Carla Hester and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2008-05-06 with total page 50 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Penelope Plum is a modern day sleuth full of adventures with her best friend Max. Penelope and Max have all sorts of adventures with her dog, Sampson. Penelope loves wearing her detective hat and springing into action when there is a mystery to solve. Like The Case Of The Missing Jewelry Box, The Case of The Broken Cuckoo, and The Case Of The Vanishing Lighthouse. Penelope was relieved when she found the missing jewelry in her grandmother's old red Falcon. Penelope gasped when she discovered the mangled broken cuckoo in Sampson's mouth. Penelope was also amazed by the vanishing lighthouse on Monte Christo Beach amidst all the stories of pirate's and buried treasure. X-marks the spot in the adventures of Penelope Plum.
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Total Pages : 916 pages
Book Rating : 4.R/5 (5 download)
Download or read book The Church-warder and domestic magazine written by and published by . This book was released on 1858 with total page 916 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Mahesh Sharma
Publisher : Mahesh Dutt Sharma
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 35 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)
Download or read book MYSTERY WORLD written by Mahesh Sharma and published by Mahesh Dutt Sharma. This book was released on 2015-05-09 with total page 35 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If one eye of a ‘Lobster’ grasshopper is destroyed, then a new one emerges. The eyes of female grasshopper are found in her tail. Found in New Guiana, this grasshopper’s length is 35 cm. It remains alive only for 14 days and during this period does not eat anything. A fish named ‘Jaculus’ of New Guiana has a type of hunter/ whip hanging below its head of a three length three times its body length. Living on the tree this green frog displays such a type of sound so that its enemies could not recognize its true direction. Found in Philippines this white species of Pigeons has blood’s spot on their chest which appears to be like an oozing wound/injury. In 1320, ruler Tuhlag Dhal has nursed two white parrots which remained in his Royal palace in Firozabad during his ruling period. On hearing the voice of Emerald Cuckoo /South Africa) the Juha Tribes comes on that conclusion that ‘girl is small so no marriage. ‘Geometrical’ Caterpillar on tricking his enemies pierces the leaves of flower on his pointed body. A membrane on the top of the eye of this whale functions like an instrument of measuring depth. As soon as the sperm whale reaches the dangerous depth, the membrane tells the brain. Found in South America, this Bittern bird speaks like a lion. In New Guiana, a male fish has a shelf over the neck in which the female fish keeps the eggs. The male partner keeps on moving with the eggs till they are turned into spawn.
