Waterfowl of North America, Europe, and Asia: An Identification Guide Contributor(s): Reeber, Sébastien (Author) |
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ISBN: 0691162662 ISBN-13: 9780691162669 Publisher: Princeton University Press OUR PRICE: $43.20 Product Type: Hardcover Published: February 2016 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Nature | Birdwatching Guides - Nature | Reference - Nature | Regional |
Physical Information: 1.7" H x 7.1" W x 9.5" (3.60 lbs) 656 pages |
Themes: - Cultural Region - Asian - Cultural Region - Eastern Europe - Cultural Region - Western Europe - Cultural Region - Central Europe |
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Publisher Description: The ultimate guide for identifying the waterfowl of North America and Eurasia This is the ultimate guide for anyone who wants to identify the ducks, geese, and swans of North America, Europe, and Asia. With 72 stunning color plates (that include more than 920 drawings), over 650 superb photos, and in-depth descriptions, this book brings together the most current information on 84 species of Eurasian and North American waterfowl, and on more than 100 hybrids. The guide delves into taxonomy, identification features, determination of age and sex, geographic variations, measurements, voice, molt, and hybridization. In addition, the status of each species is treated with up-to-date details on distribution, population size, habitats, and life cycle. Color plates and photos are accompanied by informative captions and 85 distribution maps are also provided. Taken together, this is an unrivaled, must-have reference for any birder with an interest in the world's waterfowl.
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Contributor Bio(s): Reeber, Sebastien: - Sebastien Reeber has been monitoring the birds of the National Nature Reserve of the Lake of Grand-Lieu in France for the National Society for Nature Protection (SNPN) since 1994. He is currently chairman of the French Rarities Committee and a regular contributor to the French birding magazine Ornithos. |