An exploration of communicating with birds and the lessons they can teach us*; Discusses specific birdtalk techniques and offers insights into many species*; Looks at the long-standing tradition of ';avitherapy' throughout history and in literature and the arts*; Explains how song-talk with birds restores peace, calms anxiety, and enhances healthFor decades Alan Powers has studied bird vocalizations, developing the remarkable ability to imitate birds' songs and get them to respond and even change tunes.
Countless writers have been inspired by the beauty of birds - their colours, their easy flight, their lightness and softness, and the grace and whimsicality of their ways.
A fascinating exploration of the octopus from the world-leading marine biologist David Scheel: perfect for fans of 'My Octopus Teacher' and Other Minds.
PROSE AWARDS ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE FINALIST 2024Wild Track is an exploration of birdsong and the ways in which that sound was conveyed, described and responded to through text, prior to the advent of recording and broadcast technologies in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
PROSE AWARDS ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE FINALIST 2024Wild Track is an exploration of birdsong and the ways in which that sound was conveyed, described and responded to through text, prior to the advent of recording and broadcast technologies in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
This single-volume resource explores the five major oceans of the world, addressing current issues such as sea rise and climate change and explaining the significance of the oceans from historical, geographic, and cultural perspectives.
A comprehensive survey of the valuable work undertaken by Britain's network of bird observatories, with summaries and tables of noteworthy events and much historical background.
North Carolina harbors an incredible diversity of habitats that provide food and shelter for more than 440 bird species throughout the year, making the state a destination for birders and nature lovers.
North Carolina harbors an incredible diversity of habitats that provide food and shelter for more than 440 bird species throughout the year, making the state a destination for birders and nature lovers.
The northeastern seaboard of North America, extending from Labrador to Cape Cod, was the first region of North America to suffer from human exploitation.
In this lively history and celebration of the Pacific razor clam, David Berger shares with us his love affair with the glossy, gold-colored Siliqua patula and gets into the nitty-gritty of how to dig, clean, and cook them using his favorite recipes.
The Sulu-Sulawesi Marine Ecoregion (SSME), as the apex of the Coral Triangle, is considered the center of the center of marine biodiversity where the highest number of colorful reef and marine fishes, various sizes of corals and shells, myriad shapes of algae, and protective mangrove forests are found.
From pine forest to desert scrub, from alpine meadow to riparian wetland, Albuquerque and its surrounding area in New Mexico offer an appealing variety of wildlife habitat.
This landmark scientific reference for scientists, researchers, and students of marine biology tackles the monumental task of taking a complete biodiversity inventory of the Gulf of Mexico with full biotic and biogeographic information.
Stephen Moss answers in detail over 450 questions, submitted by birdwatchers of all levels, and in doing so he conveys a veritable feast of bird-related information in a friendly and accessible style.
An important look at a groundbreaking forty-year study of Darwin's finchesRenowned evolutionary biologists Peter and Rosemary Grant have produced landmark studies of the Galapagos finches first made famous by Charles Darwin.
BIRDING MAINEOver 80 Prime Birding Sites at 30 Locations (Falcon)Tom SeymourAn all-new guide for novice and veteran birdersThis all-new guide for birdwatchers in Maine features several sites never revealed before, a complete local species guide, and details on how, when, and where to spot your favorite feathered friends.
How to bring birds to your home and keep them thereincluding 250 full-color photosThey're out there every day, flashing through your yard, perching in a tree, collecting on utility wires, or congregating around puddles.
The first comprehensive illustrated guide to North America's vagrant birdsRare Birds of North America is the first comprehensive illustrated guide to the vagrant birds that occur throughout the United States and Canada.
This field guide takes you to the desert and grassland areas of Arizona, California, and New Mexico where the total number of bird species reaches a staggering 440.
A birdsong expert's poignant and beautifully illustrated memoir of a bicycle journey across America with his sonJoin birdsong expert Donald Kroodsma on a ten-week, ten-state bicycle journey as he travels with his son from the Atlantic to the Pacific, lingering and listening to our continent sing as no one has before.
