The Shorebird Guide.MICHAEL O'BRIEN Michael or Mike O'Brien may refer to:
Worldwide, there are 217 species of shorebirds, and North America hosts approximately 50 of them. Despite shorebirds' small representation among the world's more than 8,000 bird species, bird-watchers find them a challenge to view and recognize. Identifying shorebirds poses special problems because of the distance at which most of these birds are viewed and their seasonal variations in plumage plumage, of birds: see feathers. . The authors simplify this process with emphasis on a holistic approach holistic approach A term used in alternative health for a philosophical approach to health care, in which the entire Pt is evaluated and treated. See Alternative medicine, Holistic medicine. to shorebird identification. The strategy focuses on the overall features of relative size, structure, behavior, and voice. The book introduces readers to the seven families of North American North American named after North America. North American blastomycosis see North American blastomycosis. North American cattle tick see boophilusannulatus. shorebirds, details current threats to shorebird populations, and outlines plumage patterns, molting molting, periodical shedding and renewal of the outer skin, exoskeleton, fur, or feathers of an animal. In most animals the process is triggered by secretions of the thyroid and pituitary glands. , and age changes. More than 870 color photos capture birds close-up and in the context of their habitats. For each species, a small map details natural ranges. Comprehensive notes about each bird detail their overall features. This detailed guide includes a remarkable array of pictures. Houghton Mifflin, 2005, 477 p., color photos, paperback, $24.95. |
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