Parrots: A Guide to Parrots of the World
Autor Tony Juniper, Mike Parren Limba Engleză Hardback – 30 mar 1998
This is the first book created primarily for the field identification of parrots, one of the most familiar and colorful groups of birds. From the mighty macaws to the diminutive pygmy parrots, the 350 species of parrots include cockatoos, parakeets, lovebirds, and Budgerigar. Most are brightly colored or even gaudy, but a few are drab, and some are nocturnal and flightless. Parrots, found throughout most of the warmer regions of the world, occur in greatest numbers in Australasia and South America.
This book includes 88 superb color illustrations of every species and most identifiable subspecies of parrot, as well as range maps of their locations. It offers many first-hand insights into the ecology of each species, vocalizations, life cycle characteristics, and geographical variation. It also provides up-to-date information on the conservation status of those species of parrots that are threatened or endangered.
This book includes 88 superb color illustrations of every species and most identifiable subspecies of parrot, as well as range maps of their locations. It offers many first-hand insights into the ecology of each species, vocalizations, life cycle characteristics, and geographical variation. It also provides up-to-date information on the conservation status of those species of parrots that are threatened or endangered.
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Specificații
ISBN-13: 9780300074536
ISBN-10: 0300074530
Pagini: 584
Ilustrații: 88 color illus.
Dimensiuni: 171 x 241 x 37 mm
Greutate: 1.63 kg
Editura: Yale University Press
Colecția Yale University Press
ISBN-10: 0300074530
Pagini: 584
Ilustrații: 88 color illus.
Dimensiuni: 171 x 241 x 37 mm
Greutate: 1.63 kg
Editura: Yale University Press
Colecția Yale University Press
Notă biografică
Tony Juniper was formerly the parrot conservation officer of ICBP (now BirdLife International). He is currently the campaign director of Friends of the Earth. Michael Parr is director of international development with the American Bird Conservancy.
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This is the first book created primarily for the field identification of parrots, one of the most familiar and colourful groups of birds.
From the mighty macaws to the diminutive pygmy parrots, the 350 species of parrots include cockatoos, parakeets, lovebirds, and budgerigars. Most are brightly coloured or even gaudy, but a few are drab, and some are nocturnal and flightless. Parrots, found throughout most of the warmer regions of the world, occur in greatest numbers in Australasia and South America.
This book includes 88 superb colour illustrations of every species and most identifiable subspecies of parrot, as well as range maps of their locations. It offers many firsthand insights into the ecology of each species, vocalizations, life cycle characteristics, and geographical variation.
It also provides information on the conservation status of those species of parrots that are threatened or endangered.
This is the first book created primarily for the field identification of parrots, one of the most familiar and colourful groups of birds.
From the mighty macaws to the diminutive pygmy parrots, the 350 species of parrots include cockatoos, parakeets, lovebirds, and budgerigars. Most are brightly coloured or even gaudy, but a few are drab, and some are nocturnal and flightless. Parrots, found throughout most of the warmer regions of the world, occur in greatest numbers in Australasia and South America.
This book includes 88 superb colour illustrations of every species and most identifiable subspecies of parrot, as well as range maps of their locations. It offers many firsthand insights into the ecology of each species, vocalizations, life cycle characteristics, and geographical variation.
It also provides information on the conservation status of those species of parrots that are threatened or endangered.
Cuprins
Introduction
Acknowledgements
Style and Layout of the Book
Origins and Evolutionary Relationships
Classification of the Parrots
Natural History of the Parrots:
- General behaviour
- Distribution
- Habitat
- Movements
- Social Behaviour
- Diet
- Breeding
- Nocturnal Species
Conservation Status
- Extinct Species
- Endangered Species
Threats:
- Habitat Loss
- Live Bird Trade
- Introduced Species
- Persecution and Hunting
- Storms and Climate Change
Captive Breeding
Colour Plates
Systematic Section
Bibliography
Acknowledgements
Style and Layout of the Book
Origins and Evolutionary Relationships
Classification of the Parrots
Natural History of the Parrots:
- General behaviour
- Distribution
- Habitat
- Movements
- Social Behaviour
- Diet
- Breeding
- Nocturnal Species
Conservation Status
- Extinct Species
- Endangered Species
Threats:
- Habitat Loss
- Live Bird Trade
- Introduced Species
- Persecution and Hunting
- Storms and Climate Change
Captive Breeding
Colour Plates
Systematic Section
Bibliography