Pheasants in Covert and Aviary (Classic Reprint)

Frank Townend Barton

ISBN 10: 1330262964 / ISBN 13: 9781330262962

Published by Forgotten Books, 2016

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book provides an extensive examination of Pheasant species, both for the Pheasantry and for traditional game coverts. The author, an expert in the field, draws on extensive research and practical experience to offer a comprehensive guide to the care and characteristics of these fascinating birds. Pheasants are a diverse group with a rich history, and this book explores their various species, including the Chinese Pheasant, Mongolian Pheasant, Prince of Wales Pheasant, and many more. The author discusses their origins, physical attributes, behavior, and habitat preferences. Additionally, the book delves into successful cross-breeding and hybridization techniques, providing valuable insights for breeders and gamekeepers alike. The detailed descriptions and practical advice make this book an invaluable resource for anyone interested in Pheasant preservation, breeding, or hunting. It offers a wealth of knowledge on the care, management, and history of these magnificent birds, ensuring their continued presence in our world for generations to come. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

Seller Inventory # 9781330262962_0

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Pheasants in Covert and Aviary (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2016
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1330262964
• ISBN 13: 9781330262962
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Pets and Animals

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Synopsis

Excerpt from Pheasants in Covert and Aviary

Wherever the preservation of Pheasants constitutes an essential part Of game-rearing, it is indispensable to provide the birds with coverts best adapted to protect them against not only their natural enemies, but above all, against that lawless sportsman, the poacher, though many will, I have no doubt, take exception and Objection to the use of the title Sportsman in connection with a man whose nocturnal depredations are performed in every manner contrary to the rules Of sportsmanship, to say nothing as to his total disregard for what may be termed the Ethics of Sport. The Single handed poacher is, as a rule, a less formidable foe to deal with than a covey of poachers, the desperate actions of which frequently lead to the most serious consequences. The prevention of poaching is certainly better than its cure by either fine or imprisonment, and had those engaged in the planting of coverts during antecedent years only con sidered this matter, both lawlessness and night-watching would have played very little part in connection with game preservation.

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This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.