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Essential Ornithology

By Graham Scott

Book information

Publisher
Oxford University Press
Year
2010
ISBN
019856998X, 9780198569985
Language
english
Format
PDF
Filesize
3 MB (3393045 bytes)
Edition
1
Pages
208\185
Topic
Biology Zoology
Scanned
yes
Time added
2015-12-07 18:10:50
Биологические дисциплины;Зоология;Орнитология

Description

Essential Ornithology provides the reader with a concise but comprehensive introduction to the biology of birds, one of the most widely studied taxonomic groups. The book starts with the controversial question of the dinosaur origins of birds and their subsequent evolution. Development, anatomy, and physiology are then discussed followed by chapters devoted to avian reproduction, migration, ecology, and conservation. Sections dealing with aspects of bird/human relationships and bird conservation give the book an applied context.Drawing extensively upon the wider scientific literature, this engaging text places the results of classical studies of avian biology alongside the most recent scientific breakthroughs. Useful case studies are presented in a concise and engaging style with the student reader foremost in mind. Key points are highlighted and suggestions for guided reading and key references are included throughout.

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