EAN: 9780691200163

WHAT IS A BIRD? - AN EXPLORATION OF ANATOMY PHY...

There are some 10 000 bird species in existence today  occupying every continent and virtually
every habitat on Earth. The variety of bird species is truly astounding  from the tiny bee
hummingbird to the large flightless ostrich  making birds one of the most diverse and
successful animal groups on the planet. Taking you inside the extraordinary world of birds 
What Is a Bird? explores all aspects of these remarkable creatures  providing an up-close look
at their morphology  unique internal anatomy and physiology  fascinating and varied behavior 
and ecology. It features hundreds of color illustrations and draws on a broad range of examples
from the familiar backyard sparrow to the most exotic birds of paradise. A must-have book for
birders and armchair naturalists  What Is a Bird? is a celebration of the rich complexity of
bird life.

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