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Author : Frank S. Todd
Publisher : Ibis Press
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 514 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (97 download)
Download or read book Natural History of the Waterfowl written by Frank S. Todd and published by Ibis Press. This book was released on 1996 with total page 514 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : John Charles Phillips
Publisher : Courier Corporation
ISBN 13 : 9780486251417
Total Pages : 1144 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (514 download)
Download or read book A Natural History of the Ducks: Plectropterinae, Dendrocygninae, Anatinae (in part) (1 v.) written by John Charles Phillips and published by Courier Corporation. This book was released on 1986-01-01 with total page 1144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reproduced from rare original worth $5,000, great nature classic covers 200 species of ducks. Exhaustive, unsurpassed study. Includes illustrations by Fuertes, Brooks, others. 74 full-color plates, 102 black-and-white plates, 117 maps. Clothbound. 4 volumes bound as two.
Author : R. K. Sawyer
Publisher : Texas A&M University Press
ISBN 13 : 1603447733
Total Pages : 419 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (34 download)
Download or read book A Hundred Years of Texas Waterfowl Hunting written by R. K. Sawyer and published by Texas A&M University Press. This book was released on 2012-07-13 with total page 419 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The days are gone when seemingly limitless numbers of canvasbacks, mallards, and Canada geese filled the skies above the Texas coast. Gone too are the days when, in a single morning, hunters often harvested ducks, shorebirds, and other waterfowl by the hundreds. The hundred-year period from the mid-nineteenth to the mid-twentieth centuries brought momentous changes in attitudes and game laws: changes initially prompted by sportsmen who witnessed the disappearance of both the birds and their spectacular habitat. These changes forever affected the state’s storied hunting culture. Yet, as R. K. Sawyer discovered, the rich lore and reminiscences of the era’s hunters and guides who plied the marshy haunts from Beaumont to Brownsville, though fading, remain a colorful and essential part of the Texas outdoor heritage. Gleaned from interviews with sportsmen and guides of decades past as well as meticulous research in news archives, Sawyer’s vivid documentation of Texas’ deep-rooted waterfowl hunting tradition is accompanied by a superb collection of historical and modern photographs. He showcases the hunting clubs, the decoys, the duck and goose calls, the equipment, and the unique hunting practices of the period. By preserving this account of a way of life and a coastal environment that have both mostly vanished, A Hundred Years of Texas Waterfowl Hunting also pays tribute to the efforts of all those who fought to ensure that Texas’ waterfowl legacy would endure. This book will aid their efforts, along with those of coastal residents, birders, wildlife biologists, conservationists, and all who are interested in the state’s natural history and in championing the preservation of waterfowl and wetland resources for the benefit of future generations.
Author : William P. Johnson
Publisher : Texas A&M University Press
ISBN 13 : 1603448071
Total Pages : 194 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (34 download)
Download or read book Texas Waterfowl written by William P. Johnson and published by Texas A&M University Press. This book was released on 2013-01-15 with total page 194 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this beautifully illustrated guide, two practicing wildlife biologists describe the life histories of forty-five species of ducks, geese, and swans that occur in Texas. For common species and those that breed in the state, each account begins with an interesting fact (such as, “Red-breasted Mergansers have been clocked at over 80 mph, the fastest recorded flight speed for a duck . . .”) and provides information on Texas distribution and harvest, population status, diet, range and habitats, reproduction, and appearance. Exquisite photographs, informative distribution maps, and a helpful source list accompany the species descriptions, and the book offers a glossary and full bibliography for those who want to explore the literature further. With the degradation and disappearance of the inland and coastal habitats that these birds depend upon, the natural history of these waterfowl species provides a vital reminder of the interconnectedness and crucial importance of all wetlands. Birders, biologists, landowners, hunters, outdoor enthusiasts, and all those interested in the health and preservation of our coastal and inland wetland resources will enjoy and learn from this book.
Author : Sonia M. Hernandez
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1119036712
Total Pages : 915 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (19 download)
Download or read book Medical Management of Wildlife Species written by Sonia M. Hernandez and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2019-10-11 with total page 915 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book offers an all-encompassing resource for reliable information on the medical management of wild birds, mammals, amphibians, and turtles. Focusing on the medical information relevant to the wildlife setting, it covers triage, emergency care, and other key considerations in handling, diagnosing, and treating wild animals. The book's population-based approach encourages practitioners to understand individual animal care within the broader context. Medical Management of Wildlife Species: A Guide for Practitioners begins with a brief summary of natural history, and introductory chapters address general topics such as pre-release conditioning, post-release monitoring, and legal issues associated with handling wildlife species. Species-specific chapters provide practical information on medical management, including the most prevalent concerns for each species and the epidemiology of infectious diseases. Provides a complete reference to handling, diagnosing, and treating wild species Covers the full range of North American wildlife Includes concepts that can be applied to species globally Emphasizes information relevant to the wildlife setting Focuses on individual medicine, firmly grounded within population medicine for a broader approach Targeted at wildlife veterinarians, veterinary clinicians that will be presented with wildlife, veterinary technicians, and wildlife rehabilitators Medical Management of Wildlife Species is a must-have addition to the bookshelf of wildlife veterinarians and any veterinarian seeing occasional wild animals, as well as wildlife biologists and researchers.
Author : Paul Johnsgard
Publisher : Lulu.com
ISBN 13 : 160962081X
Total Pages : 116 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (96 download)
Download or read book Swans: Their Biology and Natural History written by Paul Johnsgard and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2012-02-24 with total page 116 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The seven species of swans are an easily and universally recognized group of waterfowl, which have historically played important roles in the folklore, myths and legends in many cultures. Among the largest of all flying birds, they have been used as symbo
Author : Loren M. Smith
Publisher : Texas Tech University Press
ISBN 13 : 9780896722040
Total Pages : 586 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (22 download)
Download or read book Habitat Management for Migrating and Wintering Waterfowl in North America written by Loren M. Smith and published by Texas Tech University Press. This book was released on 1989 with total page 586 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This important compilation on habitat management for waterfowl throughout North America addresses practicing waterfowl biologists and managers, researchers, and students of waterfowl ecology and management.
Author : DK
Publisher : Penguin
ISBN 13 : 1465458921
Total Pages : 754 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (654 download)
Download or read book American Museum of Natural History Birds of North America written by DK and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2016-09-20 with total page 754 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Updated to reflect all the latest taxonomic data, American Museum of Natural History Birds of North America is the complete photographic guide to the 657 species of birds found in the United States and Canada. Ideal for the armchair bird enthusiast or dedicated bird watcher, this book includes stunning full-color photographs revealing 657 individual species with unrivaled clarity. The 550 most commonly seen birds are pictured with plumage variations, and images of subspecies and information on similar birds are provided to make differentiation easy, from game birds and waterfowl to shorebirds and swifts to owls, flycatchers, finches, and more. You can even discover which species to expect when and where with up-to-date, color-coded maps highlighting habitation and migratory patterns. Written by a team of more than 30 birders and ornithologists with expertise in particular species or families, and produced in association with the American Museum of Natural History, this updated and refreshed edition of American Museum of Natural History Birds of North America is the ultimate photographic guide to every bird species in the United States and Canada.
Author : Guy Baldassarre
Publisher : JHU Press
ISBN 13 : 1421408082
Total Pages : 1183 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (214 download)
Download or read book Ducks, Geese, and Swans of North America written by Guy Baldassarre and published by JHU Press. This book was released on 2014-11-15 with total page 1183 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The best-selling and authoritative reference book on waterfowl has been fully revised and updated by one of the world’s most respected waterfowl biologists. Honorable Mention for the PROSE Award for Excellence, Multivolume/Science of the Association of American Publishers Ducks, Geese, and Swans of North America has been hailed as a classic since the first edition was published in 1942. A must-have for professional biologists, birders, waterfowl hunters, decoy collectors, and wildlife managers, this fully revised and updated edition provides definitive information on the continent's forty-six species. Maps of both winter and breeding ranges are presented with stunning images by top waterfowl photographers and the acclaimed original artwork of Robert W. (Bob) Hines. Originally authored by F. H. Kortright and later revised by Frank Bellrose, this latest edition, which has been meticulously updated by renowned waterfowl biologist Guy Baldassarre, continues the legacy of esteemed authors. Each species account contains in-depth sections on: • identification • distribution • migration behavior • habitat • population status • breeding biology • rearing of young • recruitment and survival • food habits and feeding ecology • molts and plumages • conservation and management To facilitate identification, the species accounts also include detailed illustrations of wings. An appendix contains comparative illustrations of ducklings, goslings, and cygnets. This edition of Ducks, Geese, and Swans consists of two volumes, printed in full color, and packaged in a slipcase, along with a CD containing references and additional maps.
Author : Chris G. Earley
Publisher : Buffalo, N.Y. ; Richmond Hill, Ont. : Firefly Books
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 164 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (91 download)
Download or read book Waterfowl of Eastern North America written by Chris G. Earley and published by Buffalo, N.Y. ; Richmond Hill, Ont. : Firefly Books. This book was released on 2005 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An indispensable field guide and reference for birders. The eastern Continental Divide from Florida to Ontario contains the world's largest network of freshwater lakes, rivers, wetlands and coastal waters. It is home to an astonishingly large variety of ducks, geese, and other waterfowl. Waterfowl of Eastern North America is a richly illustrated pocket-sized field guide for birders and naturalists. Full-color photographs show these birds in their natural habitats in each season. Comparison pages group similar-looking birds on a single spread for quick reference. Concise and accurate information on each species includes: Common name Biological classification Identifying features Seasonal changes to plumage color. The detailed information on each species is concisely organized and includes the differences between male and female, seasonal and immature plumage, morphs and distinctive markings. The coverage includes: Ducks and geese Swans and pelicans Loons, grebes and cormorants. Waterfowl of Eastern North America also features essential information for birders who want to support conservation groups that protect waterfowl and their quickly disappearing habitats.
Author : Steve Madge
Publisher : A&C Black
ISBN 13 : 1408138956
Total Pages : 298 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (81 download)
Download or read book Wildfowl written by Steve Madge and published by A&C Black. This book was released on 2010-09-30 with total page 298 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A summary of information on 154 species of duck, geese and swans of the world intended as an identification manual for the wildfowl enthusiast that goes beyond a regional basis and is light enough to be used as a handy reference book in the field. The text not only clarifies identification techniques but fully discusses problematic plumages in detail as well as providing a summary on world distribution and status complemented by clear distribution maps.
Author : Michael Furtman
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781572235021
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (35 download)
Download or read book Duck Country written by Michael Furtman and published by . This book was released on 2002-08 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Award-winning nature writer Michael Furtman chronicles the amazing life cycles of North America's ducks-from hatching to fledgling to mating, nesting, and brood-rearing-as well as their remarkable migrations that span continents and touch the lives of millions of people. An excellent reference source on dozens of duck species, the book provides detailed information on each bird's range, natural history, and current population status. Complementing the rich, descriptive text are more than 150 splendid color photographs that capture wild ducks of every size, shape, and color-from the ubiquitous mallard to the regal canvasback to the gaudy harlequin-in a wide variety of habitats and behaviors.
Author : Tod Sedgwick
Publisher : Derrydale Press
ISBN 13 : 1461661544
Total Pages : 368 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (616 download)
Download or read book Winous Point written by Tod Sedgwick and published by Derrydale Press. This book was released on 2011-01-16 with total page 368 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Founded in 1856 on the shores of Lake Erie's Sandusky Bay, Winous Point Shooting Club is the oldest continuously operated duck hunting club in America. It has, in that respect, seen a lot of history. Among its early members were Jay Cooke, chief financier of the Union during the Civil War; John Hay, secretary to Abraham Lincoln and secretary of state under three U.S. presidents; Charles F. Brush, a pioneer in the commercial development of electricity; and many other notable historical figures. Each of these men forged separate legacies in industry, science, and government. But together, as sportsmen, they helped build a legacy of habitat and wildlife conservation that has been even longer lasting, and continues to have a greater positive impact on the life of the nation. Winous Point: 150 Years of Waterfowling and Conservation tells the story of the birth and growth not only of an Ohio duck hunting club, but of the modern wetland conservation movement. From its founding by amateur naturalists with a hunger for collecting, categorizing, and understanding the region's flora and fauna to its battles over market hunting, spring shooting, baiting, and more, Winous has made history in its own right. It was the first duck hunting club in the nation to ban spring shooting of waterfowl, the first to appoint a wildlife biologist to manage its 5,000-acre property, and the first to launch major wetland research and educational programs to advance the study of wetland and waterfowl management. More recently, it became the first hunting club to establish a nonprofit land conservancy, which it did on the cusp of its 150th anniversary, securing its precious wetlands-and its legacy-for generations to come. Deluxe clamshell edition also available.
Author : Chuck Petrie
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 104 pages
Book Rating : 4.E/5 ( download)
Download or read book Why Ducks Do that written by Chuck Petrie and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page 104 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Why Ducks Do That answers many of the common, and some not-so-common, questions about the waterfowl species that share our world. The insightful text of Chuck Petrie is paired with beautiful color photos by the nation's leading wildlife photographers, making this book a delightful read for anyone who ponders the life of birds.
Author : Jean Delacour
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 328 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)
Download or read book The Waterfowl of the World written by Jean Delacour and published by . This book was released on 1954 with total page 328 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Although the title reads "waterfowl", this book presents an overview of all Anatidae species with color plates along with black-and-white illustrations and maps. For each species, the chracteristics, distribution, general habits, and captivity are described. The chapters in volume 4 summarize all these birds by topic.
Author : John Charles Phillips
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 142 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (117 download)
Download or read book Bibliography of a Natural History of the Ducks written by John Charles Phillips and published by . This book was released on 1926 with total page 142 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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ISBN 13 : 9781591522942
Total Pages : pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (229 download)
Download or read book Waterfowl of the World written by and published by . This book was released on 2021-12-06 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Through the images of award-winning photographer Gary Kramer and the words of Kramer and Greg Mensik, Waterfowl of the World takes readers on a visual and literary journey in search of all 167 species of ducks, geese, and swans on Earth. Among these are a few on the brink of extinction, like the Madagascar Pocharand Brazilian Merganser; and those that are struggling, such as the White-winged Duck and Baer's Pochard.
