RATITES AND TINAMOUS (BIRD FAMILIES OF THE WORLD SERIES)

Davies, S.J.J.F.

ISBN 10: 0198549962 / ISBN 13: 9780198549963

Published by Oxford University Press, 2002

About this Item

1st 2002. Nearly fine condition in a fine dustwrapper. The author skillfully evokes the mystery surrounding these flightless birds, drawing out their similarities whilst simultaneously celebrating their individuality. Navy cloth boards, silver title to spine. Colour & b/w illustrations. xxiii and 310 pages. Spine slightly cocked. Packaged with care and promptly dispatched! Seller Inventory # 1815976

Bibliographic Details

Title: RATITES AND TINAMOUS (BIRD FAMILIES OF THE ...

Publisher: Oxford University Press

Publication Date: 2002

Binding: Hardback

Illustrator: Bamford, Michael J. & Loomes, Danika

Condition: Fine

Dust Jacket Condition: Fine

Edition: First edition.

About this title

Synopsis:

The book covers the evolution, biology and natural history of the group of flightless birds that includes ostriches, emus, cassowaries and kiwis - the Ratites and their relatives, the Tinamous. It reviews the scientific studies that have been made of their ecology, behaviour, physiology, husbandary, evolution, mythology and conservation. Each of the 55 species is described in detail, with maps of the present known distribution, accounts their food and nesting habits, calls, field identification, habitat and relationship with humans, including farming. It is the first such comprehensive account of the groups since 1877, and the first to bring together comprehensive information about the tinamous, little known birds of the America. It reviews the long debated subject of the evolution of these groups, highlighting new evidence that has turned many old theories on their head. Both the interested amateur and the professional should find it rewarding to read.

Review:

The introductory chapters contain some fascinating pieces of information. (Bird Study)