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Wading Birds of North America
by: Eckert, Allan W.
A definitive work covering the United States & Canada. Through the
expert hand of srtist & naturalist Karl E. Karalus, the herons, egrets,
bitterns, ibises, spoonbills, flamingos, cranes, limpkins, rails, gallinules,
& coots of North America north of Mexico come to life in full, vivid
color. Not only are his paintings beautiful to behold, they are perfectly
accurate in all aspects of shape, coloration, pattern, & physical
structure. Equally impressive is Allan Eckert's clear, readable text -
full scientifically accurate descriptions of their appearance, habits,
& habitats of each of the wading bird species & sub-species. Color
paintings & drawings, line drawings, range maps. Coffee-table size.
252 pgs.
c. 1981, H/C, Oversize...$49.95
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Condition: Very Good w/dust jacket,
inside near mint, dust jacket tear on center back taped otherwise excellent
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Wading Birds Of The World
by: Soothill, Eric & Richard
Over 300 species described, characteristics, behavior, voice, food, breeding.
Color photos. 334 pgs.
c. 1982, H/C...$45.00
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Water, Prey & Game Birds Of North America
by: Wetmore, Alexander
Life histories, breeding and winter ranges, lengths, & characteristics
Covers: seabirds, hawks & owls, vultures, ducks, geeses, grouse, wading
birds, and little shorebirds. A National Geographic Society Book. 329
species portrayed in color and fully described. 464 pgs.
c. 1965, H/C...$35.00
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Water, Prey & Game Birds Of North America - Record Companion
Bird Sounds Of Marsh Upland & Shore
by: Kellogg, Peter Paul (Cornell Laboratory of Ornithology)
Produced by the National Geographic Society as a companion to the book
"Water, Prey & Game Birds of North America" by Alexander
Wetmore. Whether on Chesapeake Bay or in a Southwest canyon, in the Florida
Everglades or on the Alaskan tundra, on the prairies or along the seacoasts,
Dr. Kellog presents field recordings of 97 of the most expressive feathered
personalities found in the book "Water, Prey & Game Birds of
North America". As he introduces each bird, Dr. Kellog refers you
to the page in the book ("Water, Prey & Game Birds of North America)
where you will find the species described. This booklet consists of six
pages of 33-1/3 rpm phonographic records, with directions on how to play
them on a record player.
c. 1965, S/C, Spiral, w/ 33-1/3 Records...$25.00
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Condition: Very Good- all records are
flat & appear to be scratch-free. We did not play the records.
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Water & Marsh Birds Of The World
by: Austin, Jr., Oliver L.
Identification & information on over 200 species illustrated in full
color. 223 pgs.
c. 1967, S/C...$12.50
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Waterfowl: Care, Breeding & Conservation
by: Tarsnane, Simon
The ultimate resouce for anyone interested in the propagation & preservation
of waterfowl. A working handbook for both the beginner and advanced aviculturist.
Info on facilities, acquiring stock, diet & nutrition, nesting requirements,
eggs, artificial incubation, rearing, pinioning, sexing, waterfowl ailments
& remedies, predator control, and 12 chapters on different species of
waterfowl. Color photos. 277 pgs.
c.1996...S/C...$24.95
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Waterfowl: Their Biology & Natural History
by: Johnsgard, Paul A.
A comprehensive annotated list of genera and species of waterfowl and
a key for identification makes this a book by which birdwatchers can join
researchers and scholars in putting to good use this book.148 photographs
( 59 in color) and 16 pages of figures. 138 pgs.
c. 1968, H/C...$18.95
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Waterfowl Illustrated
by: Veasay, Tricia
Species are described with important information on conformation for painters
and taxidermists. Tips for observing the most commonly missed feather
placements. Detail pictures in color and black and white include feather
patterns, color and detail, position and layout. Also includes a state-by-state
guide to places where waterfowl can be observed in their natural habitats.
Stunning color & B/W photos. Coffee-table size. 296 pgs.
c. 1983, H/C...$45.00
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Condition: Very Good
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Waterfowl In Australia
by: Frith, H.J.
Distribution, habitat, conservation, field identification, and life histories.
Covers: magpie goose, whistle-duck, black swan, mute swan, freckled duck,
cape barren goose, mountain duck, burdekin duck, black duck, mallard,
grey teal, chestnut teal, shoveler, garganey, pink-eared duck, hardhead,
wood duck, green pigmy goose, white pigmy goose, blue-billed duck, musk
duck. B/W photos. 328 pgs.
c. 1967, H/C...$25.00
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Waterfowl In Iowa
by: Musgrove, Jack W. & Mary R.
Identification and information guide of swans, geeses, surface-feeding
ducks, diving ducks, ruddy duck, mergansers of Iowa. Plumages, migrations
& flyways, enimies also covered. B/W illustrations. Color plates.
124 pgs.
c. 1947, 2nd Ed, H/C...$17.50
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Condition: Good, ex-library
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Waterfowl Of Eastern North America
by: Early, Chris
A well-illustrated field guide to the ducks, geese and shorebirds of Eastern
North America. Includes well organized species comparison pages, male-female,
seasonal and immature plumage, distinctive markings. Appropriate for novice
or experienced birders. Color photos of each species. 158 pgs.
c. 2005, S/C...$19.95
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Waterfowl Of North America
by: Johnsgard, Paul
The most comprehensive and authoritative compendium of data in print for
all of the nearly sixty species of ducks, geese, and swans known to breed
in North America. For each species the distribution, weights, measurments,
identification, habitat, food, ecology, migratory movements, sociality,
age at maturity, nest location, clutch size, incubation, fledging periods,
pairing and flocking behavior, and post-breeding behavior are given. Range
maps along with over 60 detailed waterfowl drawings, 31 color photos,
and 96 B/W photos. 575 pgs.
c. 1975, H/C...$75.00
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Waterfowl Tomorrow
Editor: Linduska, Joseph
Published by the US Dept Of Interior, this book is about the needs of
the 48 species of ducks, geese & swans that live on the North American
continent, and also is especially about the lands & waters that sustain
these wildfowl in Canada, United States, & Mexico. Thru knowledge
that has been accumulating for 30 years, this book hopes to give people
a better understanding of the needs of waterfowl and of the things in
our way of life that are affecting them adversly. Includes a pull-out
map of North America with names & places mentioned in the book. B/W
photos. 770 pgs.
c. 1964, H/C...$25.00
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White Egret
by: Itoh, Shingi
200 breathtaking color photos document the life cycle of this exquisite
bird, from early spring courtship and summer hatching through autumn roosting
and winter migration. Ten years of diligent observation has resulted in
some of the most intimate photos and knowledge of the egret. 191 pgs.
c. 1988, S/C...$18.95
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White Ibis: Wetland Wanderer
by: Keith L. Bildstein
Combines an illustrated history of the ibis along with a personal story
of research by the author (the first long-term study of the species).
Explores the relationships between White Ibises and the wetlands they
inhabit. B/W photos, graphs, & charts. 242 pgs.
c. 1993, H/C...$24.95
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Whooping Crane: The Bird That Defies Extinction
by: McNulty, Faith
This book tells of the steadfast devotion & dedication to a bird;
of many persons, particularly Robert P Allen of the National Audubon Society;
of human mistakes, of miscalculations, greed, neglect, skill; of the monumental
effort of men & agencies, both private & governmental, to locate
the nesting grounds in the Candian far north, and to provide a safe sanctuary
for the cranes on their wintering grounds which are 2500 miles apart.It
tells of the crae of young cranes by their parents, their migration, and
is filled with vital scientific data that can be used in future management
& preservation efforts. 190 pgs.
c. 1966, H/C...$20.00
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Condition: Fair - Good
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Wild Geese Of The World
by: Owen, Myrfyn
Classification, species, social behavior, migration, summer biology, winter
biology, population dynamics, conservation. Covers 15 species of geese
(Genus: Anser & Branta). Color plates, range maps, charts, line drawings.
236 pgs.
c. 1980, H/C...$50.00
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Wild Goose, Brother Goose
by: Ellis, Mel
Fictional story told from the Duke's (a Canadian Goose) point of view.
Follow him through a two year period of his life - loyalty to his mate
who is pinnioned, care of their fledglings, and his encounters with guns,
traps, tornadoes, and starvation. Based on Mr. Ellis' keen observations
of a real gander's experiences. 159 pgs.
c. 1969, H/C...$15.00
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Condition: Very Good w/ dust jacket
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Wildfowl At Home (Gold Cockerel Series)
by: Birkbeck, Alan
A beginner's guide to keeping & breeding ornamental waterfowl.Charts for
compatibility & breeding. 64 pgs
c.1991...S/C...$19.95
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Wildfowl Of The World
by: Soothill, Eric & Whitehead, Peter
Nearly all known species of wildfowl illustrated in full color, combined
with expert text & outstanding photographs. Also details of where to see
wildfowl, both in the wild and on reserves, in most parts of the world.
Distribution maps, line drawings, 128 Color plates. 297 pgs.
c. 1978, H/C...$47.00
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Wildfowl Of The World (Photographic Handbook)
by: Malcom Ogilvie & Steve Young
236 species and sub-species described in detail, including all plumage
variations, habitat, behavior, status and distribution. A fully up-to-date
informative text, meticulously researched by one of the world's leading
wildfowl experts. 718 full-color photogrpahs, including many invaluable
flight shots, showing a wide variety of plumage and behavior. 175 pgs.
c. 1998, S/C...$45.00
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Wonders Of Storks
by: Kahl, M.P.
A look at 17 species and their feeding behavior, courtship, nesting habits
& growth.
c. 1978, H/C...$12.50
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Wood Duck & The Mandarin
by: Shurtleff, Lawton & Savage, Christopher
Tracks the lives of both birds through the seasons in stunning photos.
232 pgs.
c. 1996, H/C...$34.95
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World Of The Canada Goose
by: Van Wormer, Joe
Follows the canadian goose throughout the year: spring, summer, fall,
winter. Describes subspecies and thier future. 192 pgs.
c. 1968, H/C...$25.00
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World of the Swan
by: Van Wormer, Joe
Describes the physical characteristics, habit and life cycle of seven species
of swans. 156 pages B/W photos
1972, H/C...$25.00
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Condition: Good, Ex-library, usual library markings
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Year Of The Greylag Goose
by: Lorenz, Konrad
Here, in lively text & superb photos, Professor Lorenz documents the behavior
and full cycle in the life of the greylag goose. Color photos. 199 pgs.
c. 1978, H/C...$35.00
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