Description
| Product ID: | 9780691217833 |
| Product Form: | Hardback |
| Country of Manufacture: | GB |
| Title: | Yellowstone’s Birds |
| Subtitle: | Diversity and Abundance in the World’s First National Park |
| Authors: | Author: Douglas W. Smith, Lauren E. Walker, Katharine E. Duffy |
| Page Count: | 304 |
| Subjects: | Reference works, Reference works, Zoology: birds (ornithology), Wildlife: birds and birdwatching: general interest, Birds (ornithology), Wildlife: birds & birdwatching, Western & Pacific Coast states |
| Description: | A beautifully illustrated survey of Yellowstone’s breathtaking birdlife, written by a team of renowned ornithologists and wildlife biologistsEstablished in 1872, Yellowstone National Park is the oldest and arguably the most famous national park in North America, attracting millions of visitors each year. While many come to the park for its recreational activities, the wildlife of Yellowstone is just as alluring. This book brings together more than 30 leading experts to provide the first comprehensive survey of the natural history, science, and conservation of birds in Yellowstone. Covering most bird species breeding within the great park as well as the many migrants that pass through, Yellowstone’s Birds is a scientific tour de force and an essential resource for visitors to Yellowstone and bird lovers everywhere. Tallies more than 200 species, including migrantsDescribes the natural history, status, and latest science on the birds of YellowstoneFeatures fact-filled, easy-to-read chapters, informative sidebar essays, maps, infographics, and photos that present current science in an easily understood wayAccompanied by videos by award-winning cinematographer Bob LandisDraws on a wealth of data on Yellowstone’s birds collected over many decadesWith contributions by many of today’s leading bird experts, this is a long-overdue survey of Yellowstone’s breathtaking avian fauna |
| Imprint Name: | Princeton University Press |
| Publisher Name: | Princeton University Press |
| Country of Publication: | GB |
| Publishing Date: | 2023-10-10 |
