Birds & Birdwatching 50

"It’s ever so good. Political, passionate & personal."ーRobert Macfarlane (via Twitter), author of UnderlandPart nature writing, part memoir, On Gallows Down is an essential, unforgettable read for ……続きを見る

“Three cheers for this splendid, surprising, inspiring book!”ーSy Montgomery, author of The Soul of an Octopus Alone in a vast wildlife refuge with little direction and no experience, a Cornell Labo……続きを見る

How did cranes come to symbolize matrimonial happiness? Why were magpies the only creatures that would not go inside Noah's Ark? Birds and bird imagery are integral parts of our language and culture……続きを見る

Attract amazing hummingbirds to your backyard! With this comprehensive, beautifully illustrated guide, you'll find it easy to attract these tiny jewel-like birds to your own yard. With this comprehe……続きを見る

**This bestselling journey into the world of the hummingbird is a treasure and a gift for birdwatchers, gardeners, and anyone who loves these amazing little creatures. Lavishly illustrated with 45+ ……続きを見る

Chaque planche d’oiseau est accompagnée d’une ou deux pages de texte descriptif. Pour chaque espèce, le texte comprend des informations sur les caractères zoologiques (description de la taille, du p……続きを見る

One hundred years ago, F. Schuyler Mathews, an erudite naturalist and birder, theorized that birds sing first for love of music, and second for love of the lady. To expand on his theory, he actually……続きを見る

In the late nineteenth century, American bird lovers faced a crisis. Bird species were becoming endangered or even extinct at an alarming rate, and old methods of hunting and collecting specimens ac……続きを見る

Birding has become one of the world’s most popular pastimes for good reason. The vibrant colors, aerial finesse, and vocal talents of birds draw us to nature, stimulate our admiration and pique our ……続きを見る

A spectacular photographic guide to the birds and biodiversity of the tropical Andes Spanning much of the western part of South America, the Andes are home to some of the world’s most magnificent bi……続きを見る

Did you know that it's considered a sin to harm a robin? Or that seagulls were once thought to be the souls of dead sailors? And do you know what happens if you listen to a blackbird’s song on May D……続きを見る

***"This deeply personal book is a delight for those who already value our feathered friends and is a perfect introduction for those who are new to birding."ー***Caroline Quentin Birdwatching is for……続きを見る

Cet ouvrage présente l’état des connaissances sur l’abondance et la répartition, à l’échelle nationale, des espèces d’oiseaux marins se reproduisant en France métropolitaine. Il repose pour partie s……続きを見る

Identify raptors of the northeastern United States with this easy-to-use field guide, organized by group and featuring full-color photographs and helpful information. Make birdwatching even more enj……続きを見る

This book is a passionate invitation to connect with the magical world of birds. It encourages readers of all ages and backgrounds to notice, appreciate, and protect the birds around them. Starting ……続きを見る

Copiously illustrated with maps, line drawings, and full-color photographs, this large format paperback book contains the essential information that backyard nature enthusiasts want and need to sele……続きを見る

This practical, pocket-sized, and beginner-friendly birding guide highlights the must-see species found in Eastern Washington and Oregon. From the continent’s greatest river to the tiniest mountain ……続きを見る

This candid and humorous chronicle shows how one woman goes from casual observer to obsessive bird nerd as she traverses Louisiana’s avian paradise. In Adventures of a Louisiana Birder, readers foll……続きを見る

Eagles have fascinated humans for millennia. For some, the glimpse of a distant eagle instantly becomes a treasured lifelong memory. Others may never encounter a wild eagle in their lifetime. This b……続きを見る

In Vultures of the World**, Keith L. Bildstein provides an engaging look at vultures and condors, seeking to help us understand these widely recognized but underappreciated birds.** Bildstein's late……続きを見る

Urban Ornithology is the first quantitative historical analysis of any New York City natural area's birdlife and spans the century and a half from 1872 to 2016. Only Manhattan's Central and Brooklyn……続きを見る

Raptors are formally classified into five families and include birdsーsuch as eagles, ospreys, kites, true hawks, buzzards, harriers, vultures, and falconsーthat are familiar and recognized by many ……続きを見る

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Who knew that crows are second only to humans as toolmakers and tool users, that they have complex family lives not unlike our own, and that their vocalizations resemble human languages? This witty,……続きを見る

In these delightful meditations, biologist and bird lover Richard Cannings weaves stories of his personal encounters with birds into fascinating descriptions of their behavior, anatomy, and evolutio……続きを見る

Feathers and Field Notes is a lyrical and practical exploration of birdwatching as both an art and a way of living attentively. Across a year of global travelーfrom Arctic coasts to tropical forests……続きを見る

This illustrated, accessible guide covers it allーfrom bird anatomy and behavior to migration patterns and bird-watching tips. Experts and bird beginners alike will learn about: How Birds Navigate ……続きを見る

The Ultimate Guide to Eagles takes you into the world of these powerful and graceful birds of prey.A must-read for bird enthusiasts, students, and wildlife admirers. 続きを見る

Grab a pair of binoculars and this pocket guide to set off on an exciting adventure with nature! Offering clear and concise instructions, What's That Bird? is the ideal birdwatching manual, allowing……続きを見る

The Merlin Falco columbarius is Europe’s smallest falcon, and its breeding presence is often regarded as a key indicator of a healthy natural environment. A highly adaptable species, it displays a v……続きを見る