The World of Birds: Over 300 Species (Mini Encyclopedia)

Author: Wright, Michael

Brand: Sterling Publishing

Edition: Illustrated

Binding: Flexibound

Format: Illustrated

Number Of Pages: 320

Release Date: 01-07-2016

Part Number: Illustrated

Details: Product Description From the penguins of the Arctic to the flamboyant inhabitants of the Amazon rainforests, The World of Birds includes fascinating examples from all of the world’s major bird families. The entries are grouped by order, then within each order by family (and, where necessary, within each family by subfamilies); each family section contains beautifully illustrated examples of the key species. For easy reference, each entry includes a table of information on scientific name, order and family, features, habitat, distribution, diet and breeding. There is also fascinating text explaining the major characteristics of the featured bird. Presented in a pocket-book size, the book is handy for taking with you when birdwatching. With excellent color artworks, an at-a-glance table of information and authoritative text, The World of Birds will appeal to anyone interested in the natural world. About the Author Michael Wright is a Natural Sciences graduate from Cambridge University and a member of the Association of British Science Writers. He has authored, edited, and contributed to many books in the field of wildlife, natural history, health and the environment, including: Reader's Digest Facts at Your Fingertips, Scientific American How Things Work Today, Reader's Digest Book of Amazing Facts, and Britain's Wildlife, Plants and Flowers.

EAN: 9781782743231

Package Dimensions: 6.5 x 5.0 x 1.1 inches

Languages: English