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Birds of the Sierra Nevada: Their Natural History, Status, and Distribution
Ted Beedy
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Description for Birds of the Sierra Nevada: Their Natural History, Status, and Distribution
Hardback. Presents information on the natural histories of birds of the Sierra Nevada, the origins of their names, the habitats they prefer, how they communicate and interact with one another, their relative abundance, and where they occur within the region. Illustrator(s): Hansen, Keith. Num Pages: 446 pages, 293 color illustrations, 1 b/w photograph, 1 line illustration, 3 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBBWF; PSVW6. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 254 x 178 x 28. Weight in Grams: 953.
This beautifully illustrated and user-friendly book presents the most up-to-date information available about the natural histories of birds of the Sierra Nevada, the origins of their names, the habitats they prefer, how they communicate and interact with one another, their relative abundance, and where they occur within the region. Each species account features original illustrations by Keith Hansen. In addition to characterizing individual species, "Birds of the Sierra Nevada" also describes ecological zones and bird habitats, recent trends in populations and ranges, conservation efforts, and more than 160 rare species. It also includes a glossary of terms, detailed maps, and ... Read more
This beautifully illustrated and user-friendly book presents the most up-to-date information available about the natural histories of birds of the Sierra Nevada, the origins of their names, the habitats they prefer, how they communicate and interact with one another, their relative abundance, and where they occur within the region. Each species account features original illustrations by Keith Hansen. In addition to characterizing individual species, "Birds of the Sierra Nevada" also describes ecological zones and bird habitats, recent trends in populations and ranges, conservation efforts, and more than 160 rare species. It also includes a glossary of terms, detailed maps, and ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
University of California Press United States
Number of pages
446
Condition
New
Number of Pages
448
Place of Publication
Berkerley, United States
ISBN
9780520274938
SKU
V9780520274938
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Ref
99-1
About Ted Beedy
Edward C. Beedy was a co-author of Discovering Sierra Birds and has authored numerous technical publications and articles on Sierra birds. Edward R. Pandolfino is President of Western Field Ornithologists and a Regional Editor for Northern California for North American Birds. Keith Hansen is a professional bird artist who illustrated Discovering Sierra Birds, Distributional Checklist of North American Birds, Birds ... Read more
Reviews for Birds of the Sierra Nevada: Their Natural History, Status, and Distribution
"Presents the most up-to-date information available about the natural histories of birds of the Sierra Nevada." The Union "[This] book will deepen the experience of visits to the range for serious ornithologists and casual hikers alike." BirdWatching "A thorough, accessible text embracing a massive and diverse region of California... [The book] distills wisdom from many people who love both the ... Read more