Nests, Eggs, and Nestlings of North American Birds 2e (Princeton Field Guides) - Softcover

Baicich, Paul J.; Harrison, J O; Harrison, J. O.

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9780691122953: Nests, Eggs, and Nestlings of North American Birds 2e (Princeton Field Guides)

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ISBN 10: 0691122954 ISBN 13: 9780691122953

Publisher: Princeton University Press, 2006

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"A Guide to the Nests, Eggs, and Nestlings of North American Birds, Second Edition" provides a thorough, species-by-species guide to the breeding biology of the birds of North America. Some 670 breeding species are described in full, covering the birds of a vast area, from the Arctic to the southern boundary of the continental United States. The main text presents complete basic information on the breeding cycle of each species, summarized in a natural sequence: nest habitat, nest-site, nest construction, breeding season, eggs, incubation and nesting and nestling period. More than 700 color and line illustrations provide valuable information on the identification of the nests, eggs, and nestlings of 597 species. The book covers perhaps the most fascinating aspects of North American bird life, their reproduction and the care of their young, essential elements in the survival of any species. The book summarizes all that is known of this crucial part of a bird's life cycle, and by omission, points to what is yet unknown and may yet be discovered by the scientific ornithologist and birder alike. If your fascination in the nests, eggs, and nestlings of North American birds centers on identifying them in the field, you will find this book essential. If conservation is also a concern, you will appreciate the value of understanding the breeding requirements and biology of even the most common of species. This book will prove invaluable whatever your interest in North American birds. The key features include: describes nests, eggs, and nestlings and gives basic biological information on nesting and breeding biology; includes up-to-date coverage of all breeding species found in North America, including Alaska and Canada in one comprehensive volume; contains more than 700 color and line illustrations of nests, eggs, and nestlings. The species list by family - Loons: Gaviidae; Grebes: Podicipedidae; Shearwaters: Procellariidae; Storm-Petrels: Hydrobatidae; Boobies and Gannets: Sulidae; Pelicans: Pelecanidae; Cormorants: Phalacrocoracidae; Darters: Anhingidae; Frigatebirds: Fregatidae; Bitterns and Herons: Ardeidae; Ibises and Spoonbills: Threskiomithidae; Storks: Ciconiidae; Swans, Geese, and Ducks: Anatidae; American Vultures: Catharidae; Kites, Hawks, Eagles and Allies: Accipitridae; Caracaras and Falcons: Falconidae; Guans: Cracidae; Partridges, Grouse, Turkey, and Quail: Phasianidae; Rails, Gallinules, and Coots: Rallidae; Limpkins: Aramidae; Cranes: Gruidae; Plovers: Charadriidae; Oystercatchers: Haematopodidae; Stilts and Avocets: Recurvirostridae; Jacanas: Jacanidae; Sandpipers, Phalaropes, and Allies: Scolopacidae; Jaegers, Gulls, Terns, and Skimmers: Laridae; Auks, Murres, and Puffins: Alcidae; Pigeons and Doves: Columbidae; and Parakeets and Parrots: Psittacidae. The list also includes: Cuckoos, Roadrunner, and Anis: Cuculidae; Barn Owls: Tytonidae; Typical Owls: Strigidae; Goatsuckers: Caprimulgidae; Swifts: Apodidae; Hummingbirds: Trochilidae; Trogons: Trogonidae; Kingfishers: Alcedinidae; Woodpeckers: Picidae; Tyrant Flycatchers: Tyrannidae; Larks: Alaudidae; Swallows: Hirundinidae; Jays, Magpies, and Crows: Corvidae; Titmica: Paridae; Verdin: Remizidae; Bushtits: Aegithalidae; Nutcatchers: Sittidae; Creepers: Certhiidae; Bulbuls: Pycnonotidae; Wrens: Troglodytidae; Dippers: Cinclidae; Old World Warblers, Gnatcatchers, Old World Flycatchers, Thrushes and Wrentit: Uscicapidae; and Mockingbirds and Thrashers: Mimidae. The list also includes: Wagtails and Pipits: Motacillidae; Waxwings Bombycillidae; Silky-Flycatchers: Ptilogonatidae; Shrikes: Laniidae; Starlings: Stumidae; Vireos: Vireonidae; Wood-Warblers, Tanagers, Cardinals, Grosbreaks, Sparrows, Buntins, Blackbirds, and Allies: Emberizidae; Fringinlline and Carueline Finches and Allies: Fringillidae; and Old World Sparrows: Passeridae.

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"This is a fine guide and I certainly would not be without it if I lived in North America."---Humphrey Q. P. Crick, British Birds

"I was happy to see the best source on the subject reissued. . . . [It] gives you non-intrusive entry into the breeding world of birds, a most interesting place."---Jim Williams, Star Tribune

"An essential companion to students of breeding biology is Nests, Eggs, and Nestlings of North American Birds, by Paul J. Baicich and Colin J.O. Harrison. The book covers 670 species that breed from the Arctic to the Mexico border."--Birder's World

"If you are into studying or searching for bird nests and identifying the occupants, this guide provides a wealth of details. . . .This is a great reference text."---Robert E. Hoopes, Wildlife Activist

"This work is the current authority on identifying basic bird nidification, as nest making is termed."--Library Journal

"If you've ever had a question about the type of nest built by a certain species, the number of eggs laid or how long the babies will remain in the nest, this book will give you the answer. Even casual birders may find this book handy."---Jennifer J. Meyer, Orange County Register

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