Fascinating Flightless Birds
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Fascinating Flightless Birds
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Author : David R Morgan
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2020-07
Fascinating Flightless Birds written by David R Morgan and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-07 with Juvenile Fiction categories.
A charming 32 page children's picture book about flightless birds with colorful pictures and fun facts about these birds.
Flightless Birds
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Author : Clive Roots
language : en
Publisher: Greenwood
Release Date : 2006-09-30
Flightless Birds written by Clive Roots and has been published by Greenwood this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006-09-30 with Science categories.
We share the earth with a wide variety of animal species, each of which brings something special to the diversity of the planet. By knowing more about how animals behave and live, we gain a greater understanding of how life evolved and the importance of biodiversity. This volume provides a complete guide to those birds that have evolved a trait that would seem to harm their ability to survive - flightlessness. Flight has its advantages - why would some birds be flightless? Flightless Birds covers the loss of flight in birds, both permanently after years of evolution, and temporarily as a result of unusual molting behavior, and those species that are in various stages of losing their flight. The book provides a thorough guide, perfect for research papers in biology classes, for understanding the behavior and biodiversity of a fascinating and unusual group of animals. Flightless Birds includes sections on the major groups of flightless birds: Rarities whose ancient ancestors were on the continents when they broke away millions of years ago, and who survived despite competing with mammals; birds that were marooned on islands in the ocean, where food was plentiful and predators absent; penguins, which evolved alongside seas teeming with food and had no need to fly, and the special case of New Zealand's many flightless species which evolved in a predator-free paradise but could not cope with the settlers and their alien animals; and the many species which have become extinct within historic times. Beautifully illustrated, with numerous color photos, Flightless Birds provides copious material for understanding these unusual animals.
Awesome Ostriches
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Author : Theresa Emminizer
language : en
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Release Date : 2020-07-15
Awesome Ostriches written by Theresa Emminizer and has been published by The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-07-15 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
The ostrich is the largest bird on Earth. These flightless birds have short wings, but they can run extremely fast at up to 43 miles per hour. Their strong legs are powerful enough to kill large predators. Your avid explorers will learn intriguing facts about these grassland-dwelling birds. Where do they live? What do they eat? How big are their eggs? This book answers these questions and more. Age-appropriate text and attention-grabbing photographs make this book perfect for budding readers.
The Extraordinary World Of Birds
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Author : David Lindo
language : en
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Release Date : 2022-03-10
The Extraordinary World Of Birds written by David Lindo and has been published by Dorling Kindersley Ltd this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-03-10 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
Enter the world of birds for an incredible journey through the skies, into trees, and even underground. Parrots, hummingbirds, eagles, and more swoop across the pages of this colourful bird ebook, which combines gorgeous illustrations and photos to help young nature enthusiasts learn all about the wonderful world of birds. From frozen ice-scapes to sweltering deserts, from prehistoric ancestors to amazing adaptations, they'll discover the surprising homes, relationships, and habits of our feathered friends. The Extraordinary World of Birds, written by the Urban Birder David Lindo and illustrated by Claire McElfatrick, shows children just how amazing birds are, what they do for our planet, and how we can help to protect birds and their natural habitats. It includes bird families such as gamebirds, flightless birds, and perching birds, plus amazing facts on how birds talk to each other, what they eat, and how they are able to fly.
Rhea And Other Ratites
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Author : Donald Bruning, Ph.D.
language : en
Publisher: Dorrance Publishing
Release Date : 2024-01-19
Rhea And Other Ratites written by Donald Bruning, Ph.D. and has been published by Dorrance Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2024-01-19 with Nature categories.
About the Book Rhea and Other Ratites looks at and compares the social structures, breeding, and management of these fascinating creatures both in captivity and in the wild. About the Author Donald Bruning, Ph.D. grew up on a dairy farm in Colorado, where he developed a love for animals. In college and graduate school, his interest in zoology grew rapidly and after his first course in ornithology, he knew it was what he wanted to do. After completing his master’s degree and starting his PhD, Bruning was offered a golden opportunity to intern for the New York Zoological Society at the Bronx Zoo in New York. There, his first challenge was to develop ways to incubate eggs of the endangered Darwin’s rhea and rear the chicks, a feat previously unheard of. In the first year, they had 28 eggs, hatched 26, and raised 25. This instantly made Bruning the authority on rhea. He was then able to study these birds in the wild in Argentina. His interest in these birds has continued to the present day. He worked with many zoos and other organizations over the next 35 years before retiring but continues to give talks and lectures on birds and conservation. After his first year at the zoo, a young graphic designer, Barbara, started working there as well. Less than two years later, they were married. Together they have three daughters and five granddaughters. Bruning’s hobbies since retiring include fishing, hiking, and exploration of the mountains in Colorado and Utah.
Ostriches
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Author : Kate Riggs
language : en
Publisher: Creative Education
Release Date : 2023
Ostriches written by Kate Riggs and has been published by Creative Education this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023 with Ostriches categories.
Magnificent Mihirungs
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Author : Peter F. Murray
language : en
Publisher: Indiana University Press
Release Date : 2004-03-04
Magnificent Mihirungs written by Peter F. Murray and has been published by Indiana University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2004-03-04 with Nature categories.
Over millions of years, Australia's unique biodiversity has produced a large cabinet of curiosities. Among the weirder members of this group were the Mihirungs, members of the now extinct family Dromornithidae. Made up of several genera of flightless birds—among them one of the very largest birds that ever lived—the dromornithids ranged from 60-kilogram beasts, 1.5 meters tall, to giants twice that size, weighing nearly half a metric ton. They were, by orders of magnitude, the largest "geese" that ever lived. One species was comparable in size to the Ele-phantbird of Madagascar and the Giant Moa of New Zealand. This book is the first major study of this unique and highly diverse group. It aims to present as complete a synthesis as possible of current information about this fascinating family of birds.
Flightless Birds
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Author : Anita Baskin-Salzberg
language : en
Publisher: Franklin Watts
Release Date : 1993
Flightless Birds written by Anita Baskin-Salzberg and has been published by Franklin Watts this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1993 with Flightless birds categories.
Describes the characteristics of birds that cannot fly, including the penguin, ostrich, emu, and kiwi.
Flightless Birds
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Author : Norman S. Barrett
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1991-01-01
Flightless Birds written by Norman S. Barrett and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1991-01-01 with Birds categories.
Examines the physical features, nesting, and feeding habits of several flightless birds, including the ostrich, rhea, emu, kiwi and cassowary.
Ostriches
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Author : Laura Hamilton Waxman
language : en
Publisher: Lerner Publications
Release Date : 2016-04-01
Ostriches written by Laura Hamilton Waxman and has been published by Lerner Publications this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-04-01 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
See what an ostrich has in common with a secretary bird. Learn what sets an ostrich apart from a merlin. Readers will compare key traits of ostriches—their appearance, behavior, habitat, and life cycle—to traits of other birds. Charts and sidebars support key ideas and provide details. Through gathering information about similarities and differences, readers will make connections and draw conclusions about what makes this animal a bird and how birds are alike and different from each other.