The Whooper Swan
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The Whooper Swan
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Author : Mark Brazil
language : en
Publisher: A&C Black
Release Date : 2010-01-31
The Whooper Swan written by Mark Brazil and has been published by A&C Black this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010-01-31 with Nature categories.
This is the first ever monograph on the Whooper Swan. This species is found in the northern Palearctic and is the world's most widely distributed swan. It is a familiar bird in northern Europe and across Asia to the far East, and is particularly noticeable when migrating between breeding and wintering grounds in large, noisy flocks. This migratory behaviour makes it a powerful symbol of seasonal change, and this, together with the bird's beautiful appearance, make it a popular subject of folklore and legend. For much of its range the Whooper Swan is the archetypal 'wild swan', and its voice and appearance is deeply evocative of time and place. This book looks at all aspects of the life and times of this enchanting bird. The book includes chapters on taxonomy, population, range and distribution, diet, breeding biology, behaviour, migratory behaviour and longevity, as well as taking a look at the swan's associations with our own species in history and legend and throughout its geographic range. This book is a brilliantly readable and exhaustively researched monograph. It is illustrated throughout with numerous photographs and line drawings, illustrating various aspects of the species' behaviour and morphology. It will appeal greatly to all those with an interest in birdwatching, especially those who already know something of this wonderful and inspirational bird.
Whooper Swan
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Author : Brazil
language : en
Publisher: T. & A. D. Poyser
Release Date : 2001-09-30
Whooper Swan written by Brazil and has been published by T. & A. D. Poyser this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2001-09-30 with categories.
The North American Swans Their Biology And Conservation
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Author : Paul Johnsgard
language : en
Publisher: Lulu.com
Release Date : 2020-03-23
The North American Swans Their Biology And Conservation written by Paul Johnsgard and has been published by Lulu.com this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-03-23 with Science categories.
Among birds, swans are relatively long-lived species and are also among the most strongly monogamous, having prolonged pair and family bonds that strongly influence their reproductive and general social behavior, which, in combination with their beauty and elegance, contribute to the overall high degree of worldwide human interest in them. This volume of more than 59,000 words describes the distributions, ecology, social behavior, and breeding biologies of the four species of swans that breed or have historically bred in North America, including the native trumpeter and tundra swans, the introduced mute swan, and the marginally occurring whooper swan. Also included are 5 distribution maps, 15 drawings, 27 photographs by the author, and a reference section of nearly 1,000 literature citations.
Swans Of The World
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Author : Alice L. Price
language : en
Publisher: Council Oak Books
Release Date : 1994
Swans Of The World written by Alice L. Price and has been published by Council Oak Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1994 with Literary Collections categories.
Fully illustrated with swans of legend, art, nature and the imagination, Swans of the World is a treasury and a treasure as well.
Swans Of The World
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Author : Sylvia Bruce Wilmore
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1979
Swans Of The World written by Sylvia Bruce Wilmore and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1979 with Nature categories.
The Swans
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Author : Peter Scott
language : en
Publisher: Michael Joseph
Release Date : 1972
The Swans written by Peter Scott and has been published by Michael Joseph this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1972 with Nature categories.
Swans Their Biology And Natural History
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Author : Paul Johnsgard
language : en
Publisher: Lulu.com
Release Date : 2012-02-24
Swans Their Biology And Natural History written by Paul Johnsgard and has been published by Lulu.com this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-02-24 with Science categories.
The seven species of swans are an easily and universally recognized group of waterfowl, which have historically played important roles in the folklore, myths and legends in many cultures. Among the largest of all flying birds, they have been used as symbo
Waters Of The Wild Swan
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Author : Jim Crumley
language : en
Publisher: Vintage
Release Date : 1992
Waters Of The Wild Swan written by Jim Crumley and has been published by Vintage this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1992 with Swans categories.
Bewick S Swan
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Author : Eileen Rees
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Release Date : 2010-06-30
Bewick S Swan written by Eileen Rees and has been published by Bloomsbury Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010-06-30 with Science categories.
A fascinating and highly readable monograph, showcasing one of the flagship species of wetland conservation in Britain to superb effect. The arrival of thousands of Bewick's Swans from their Arctic breeding grounds to lakes and wetlands throughout northern and eastern Britain is an unforgettable sight. Popular among both birders and the wider public, these elegant birds are among the best-studied waterfowl in the world. Beginning with the work of the late Sir Peter Scott in the 1950s, Britain's Bewick's have been the subject of intensive behavioural study, while their population ecology has provided a similar focus for research. In Bewick's Swan, Eileen Rees tells the story of these birds in rich detail. Rees discusses their biology in full, with sections on population and distribution, breeding biology, wintering behaviour, food and feeding ecology, taxonomy and phylogeny, migration, and conservation; much original research is included, and there is frequent reference to the Bewick's sibling subspecies, the Tundra Swan of North America. Personal recollections from a lifetime of study weave through the narrative, which is illuminated by Dafila Scott's evocative illustrations. "The leading monograph of the year, by a long way." British Birds, Feb 2007
Swan
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Author : Peter Young
language : en
Publisher: Reaktion Books
Release Date : 2008-03-15
Swan written by Peter Young and has been published by Reaktion Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2008-03-15 with Nature categories.
The graceful winged form of the swan has inspired works of art from fairy tales to ballets, and its profile is recognized immediately by even the most cursory of bird admirers. Now the newest addition to Reaktion’s acclaimed Animal series examines the fascinating story behind this elegant bird. The natural history of the swan is surprisingly complex, as Peter Young reveals, delving into the bird’s habitat and feeding habits, the physiological details of the eight surviving species and several extinct ones, the bird’s power and endurance, and the formation flying that allows them to conserve energy and fly great distances with speed. Swan gives equal treatment to the long and rich role of the swan in human culture, from the Greek myth of Leda and the Swan to the bird’s portrayal in sculpture, furniture, and brand name logos. Young also details the challenges facing conservation efforts to protect swans from human consumption and material goods. An engrossing account, Swan will be a welcome addition to the bookshelf of all who admire this beautiful bird.