Guide to the Birds of Alaska, 6th edition

Häftad, Engelska, 2015

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Beskrivning

“For those who plan to visit Alaska, this book is an obvious must, but even armchair birders will get satisfaction from reading it. Any birder will get many hours of enjoyment” —The Canadian Field-NaturalistGuide to the Birds of Alaska has been a must-have for Alaska birders for more than thirty years. New in the sixth edition:More than 900 full-color photos, including 400 new to this editionevery bird is now illustrated including the casuals and accidentals22 new species of birds All changes in names and systematics made by the American Ornithological Union Updated status and distribution charts showing the seasonal occurrence of each bird in Alaska’s six biogeographic regions Detailed information on field marks, behavior, similar species, voice, and habitatUseful map of Alaska’s six biogeographic regionsChecklist of all species for birder’s useComprehensive reading list and indexThis comprehensive guide provides the most current knowledge about the birds in Alaska. “A fun and convenient way to pique or enhance your interest in Alaskan birds.” — Daily Sitka Sentinel

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum:2015-05-28
Mått:136 x 212 x 20 mm
Vikt:586 g
Format:Häftad
Språk:Engelska
Antal sidor:368
Upplaga:6
Förlag:Graphic Arts Center Publishing Co
Medarbetare:Nils Warnock
ISBN:9781941821428

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Bob Armstrong has pursued a career in Alaska as a biologist, naturalist, and nature photographer since 1960. He is the author of the best-selling book NATURE OF SOUTHEAST ALASKA and numerous other popular and scientific books and articles on the natural history of the state. He lives in Juneau, Alaska. www.naturebob.com

Innehållsförteckning

CONTENTSA Note on Alaska’s Biogeographic RegionsMapIntroductionKey to ChartsChecklist of Alaska’s BirdsBIRD FAMILIESGeese, Swans, DucksGrouse, PtarmiganLoonsGrebesAlbatrossesFulmars, Petrels, ShearwatersStorm-PetrelsCormorantsBitterns, HeronsOspreysHawks, EaglesRails, CootsCranesOystercatchersPloversSandpipersJaegersAuks, Murres, & PuffinsGulls, TernsPigeons, DovesTypical OwlsGoatsuckersSwiftsHummingbirdsKingfishersWoodpeckersFalconsTyrant FlycatchersShrikesVireosJays, Magpies, CrowsLarksSwallowsChickadeesNuthatchesCreepersWrensDippersKingletsLeaf WarblersOld World Flycatchers and AlliesThrushesStarlingsWagtails, PipitsWaxwingsLongspurs and Snow BuntingsWood WarblersSparrows, BuntingsCardinals and AlliesBlackbirdsFinchesOld World SparrowsCasual and Accidental SpeciesFurther ReadingIndexPhoto CreditsAbout the AuthorNotes