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100 Birds & How They Got Their Names
by: Wells, Diana
In 1758 Linnaeus began sorting the names of plants, animals and birds and we have been using his system every since. All scientific names are Latinized, even if their origins are Greek or from the names of places or people. Linnaeus's new system gave each creature, and plant, two names, that of its genus (or kind) and that of its species (or individual characteristic). He grouped genera into families and families into orders. An order (or group of families) always has a name ending in the suffix "-iformes", and a family name always ends with the suffix "-idae". The name of the genus is a noun (capitalized), followed by the name of the species, an adjective (not capitalized). Birds are also grouped into subfamilies, tribes and qualifying specific names. The author not only explains how the bird got it name, but also mentions the different ways we use their names. For example, when we 'hoodwink' a person, we are using a term to describe sealing the eyes of a hunting bird to keep it docile. A very interesting book with illustrations of each bird. Each bird is talked about in its own chapter. 297 pages.
c. 2002, H/C...$18.95


A Field Guide To The Birds of Australia
by: Pizzey, Graham

Over 700 species illustrated in more than 1300 individual paintings (including 56 colour and 32 b/w plates) & 725 distribution maps. Field marks, habitats, voice characteristics, breeding & nesting habits. 460 pgs.
c.1991, S/C, Rev...$14.95


A Field Guide To The Birds Of East & Central Africa
by: Williams, J.G.

Identification & information guide of 459 species, described & illustrated with 179 in color & 280 in B/W, of birds of Africa from Southern Rhodesia to the Red Sea. Text gives details of plumage, size, voice, flight, habitat & distribution. 288 pgs.
c. 1963, H/C...$12.50
Used, Out-Of-Print, Quantities Limited
Condition: Very Good with dust jacket, dust jacket shows some wear


A Field Guide To The Birds Of North America
by: Vanner, Michael

Identification & information guide on 180 of the commonest species that are either native to North America or regular visitors to these shores. Concise physical descriptions are given for each bird, both at rest and at flight, and destinctive behavior patterns are also detailed. Birdsong can also be key to identification and this has also been included where relevant. Distribution maps, color photos. 256 pgs.
c. 2006, S/C...$9.95


A Field Guide To The Birds Of Texas (And Adjacent States)
by: Peterson, Roger
Identification & Information guide. All the birds of Texas and most of those found in New Mexico, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Louisiana are illustrated here in 60 plates that show key features. Descriptions of over 500 species, silhouttes, and comparisons of similar species help with accurate identification. 304 pgs.
c. 1963, H/C...$8.50
Used, Out-Of-Print, Quantities Limited
Condition: Very Good


A Field Guide to Little-Known & Seldom-Seen Birds of North America
by: Sill, Ben, Cathryn & John

A humerous look at birds that you will probably never see, such as the long-range target duck and the white-line roadrunner. Both birders and bird-watchers will soar in laughter as they study the fabulous species catalogued in this field guide. As with any quality field guide, this volume is replete with excellent illustrations, detailed descriptions, observation hints, and range maps, but you will never look at our feathered friends in quite the same way after you encounter these hilarious birds.While there are many excellent field guides on the market, none include these species. Only the Sills' guide hovers over the forefront of ornithological discovery. It identifies thirty new species, each illustrated in detail with brilliant watercolors by noted nature artist John Sill. Could possibly call this a spoof on regular field guides. 82 pages, color illustrations
c. 1988, S/C... $8.95


A Guide To Birding In Missouri
by: Palmer, Kay & Bill

No matter whether you are a beginning or life-long birder, this book will assist you in finding the most birds in Missouri's best birding locations. Written by Missouri's most accomplished birders and revised by the Audubon Society of Missouri. It includes 143 locations, maps, bar graphs, birding calendar, and a specialty species section. 264 pgs.
c. 2001, S/C, Spiral... $15.00


A Guide to the Birds of Costa Rica
by: Stiles, F Gary & Skutch, Alexander F

Costa Rica, a country of no larger than West Virginia, hosts more than 830 species of birds, more than in all of North Amerian north of Mexico. This lavishly illustrated book, with its full coverage of waterbirds and migrants as well as resident tropical species, and its coverage of such topics as plumages, vocalizations, food habits, nesting, and distribution, is truly a guide to the birds themselves, not merely a guide to their identification. The authors discuss some aspects of evolution, ecology, and behavior of Costa Rican birds, and report on the costly and courageous conservation efforts the country is making in face of discouraging odds. The family and species accounts that follow, covering some 400 pages, make up the bulk of the book, with 52 magnificent color plates illustrating virtually ever species of Costa Rican bird, migrants as well as residents. There are also practical tips for trips in the field and descriptions of good birding locations, with specific directions for travel by car, public transport, and on foot, as well as three maps. 511 pgs.
c. 1989, S/C, (Reg Price $39.95)...$27.50
Used
Condition: Very Good, name inside front cover


A Hummingbird In My House: The Story Of Squeak
by: Heidcamp, Arnette

Anyone enchanted by the beauty and grace of hummingbirds will treasure this lovable true story of Squeak, a young ruby-throated hummingbird who becomes part of Arnette Hedcamp's life and household. 57 full-color photos; 10 drawings. 116 pgs.
c. 1991, H/C...$17.95


A Hummingbird In My House: The Story Of Squeak
by: Heidcamp, Arnette

Anyone enchanted by the beauty and grace of hummingbirds will treasure this lovable true story of Squeak, a young ruby-throated hummingbird who becomes part of Arnette Hedcamp's life and household. 57 full-color photos; 10 drawings. 116 pgs.
c. 1991, H/C, Autographed Copy...$21.95


A Photographic Guide To Birds Of Borneo
by: Davison, G.W.H. & Chew Yen Fook
Pocket size photographic identification & information guide. Easy to use format with authoritative text describing key identification features. Full-color photos illustrating each of the 252 species. Distinctive thumbnail color tabs outlining each family group to enable quick identification. 144 pgs.
c. 1996, S/C...$15.95


A Photographic Guide To Birds Of China Including Hong Kong
by:MacKinnon, John & Hicks, Nigel
Pocket size photographic identification & information guide. Easy to use format with authoritative text describing key identification features. Full-color photos illustrating each of the 252 species. Distinctive thumbnail color tabs outlining each family group to enable quick identification. 144 pgs.
c. 1996, S/C...$15.95


A Photographic Guide To Birds Of India & Nepal
by: Grewal, Bikram
Pocket size photographic identification & information guide. Easy to use format with authoritative text describing key identification features. Full-color photos illustrating each of the 252 species. Distinctive thumbnail color tabs outlining each family group to enable quick identification. 144 pgs.
c. 1995, S/C...$15.95


A Photographic Guide To Birds Of Namibia
by: Sinclair, Ian & Jackie
Pocket size photographic identification & information guide. Easy to use format with authoritative text describing key identification features. Full-color photos illustrating each of the 257 species. Distinctive thumbnail tabs outlining each family group to enable quick identification. 144 pgs.
c. 1995, S/C...$15.95


A Photographic Guide To Birds Of The Himalayas
by: Bikram Grewal & Otto Pfister
Pocket size photographic identification & information guide. Easy to use format with authoritative text describing key identification features. Full-color photos illustrating each of the 252 species. Distinctive thumbnail color tabs outlining each family group to enable quick identification. 144 pgs.
c. 1998, S/C...$15.95


A Photographic Guide To Birds Of The Philippines
by: Tim Fisher & Nigel Hicks
Pocket size photographic identification & information guide. Easy to use format with authoritative text describing key identification features. Full-color photos illustrating each of the 214 species. Distinctive thumbnail color tabs outlining each family group to enable quick identification. 144 pgs.
c. 2000, S/C...$15.95


A Photographic Guide To Birds Of The West Indies
by: G. Michael Flieg & Allan Sander
Pocket size photographic identification & information guide. Easy to use format with authoritative text describing key identification features. Full-color photos illustrating each of the 251 species. Distinctive thumbnail color tabs outlining each family group to enable quick identification. 144 pgs.
c. 2000, S/C...$15.95


A Photographic Guide To Southern African Birds
by: Sinclair, Ian

Pocket size photograpic identification & information guide.
c.1990, S/C...$14.95


All About Attracting Hummingbirds & Butterflies (Ortho Book)
Edited

Millions of bird watchers, butterfly enthusiasts, and gardeners can enjoy the fascinating hobby of enjoying hummingbirds and butterflies. This handbook includes their favorite flowers, explanation of anatomy, life cycle, food requirements, 15 plans for irresistible gardens, and information about nectar and fruit feeders. 236 photos. 96 pgs.
c. 2001, S/C...$11.95


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