Birds: a visual guide

by Joanna Burger

A 300-page encyclopedic guide to the birds of the world -- from flamingos to owls to penguins. With hundreds of color photographs and precise illustrations, along with explanatory annotations, Birds examines all aspects of avian life evolutionary beginnings, biology, behavior. This comprehensive reference provides up-to-date information on the conservation status of various species at risk. It also describes how birds have adapted, and how they continue to cope with such inhospitable habitats as tropical rainforests, arid deserts and the frigid Antarctic continent. Readers will find detailed information about the remarkable phenomenon of avian migration across continents and oceans, which covers the mechanics of flight and the structure of feathers. The historical role of birds in literature and the arts is also included. "FactFiles," found throughout this book, provide quick access to essential facts on each bird species. Birders will welcome this profusely and beautifully illustrated book -- with its expert information -- as an ideal reference and resource guide.

Genres: Science, Nonfiction, Birds, Nature

304 pages, Hardcover

First published August 1, 2006

Reviews

[Vivian Wiltshire · Rating 4 out of 5]

Another very beautiful images and very informative read all about birds. Getting a lot of these "coffee table" type books this year and I am really enjoying them and learning. A great reference book about birds...would recommend this book. Gave it 4 out of 5 stars!

[Rudi Opperman · Rating 4 out of 5]

A good overview about every thing you want to know about birds, types of birds, habitat, threats, behaviour, interaction with humans and more.

[Bree · Rating 5 out of 5]

Notes:
filled with beautiful photography

[Annabelle · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good photos, no cohesiveness with the descriptions though, and I should have gathered, by the title. It's a VISUAL guide.