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WINNER OF THE WAINWRIGHT PRIZE 2018WINNER OF THE JEFFERIES AWARD FOR NATURE WRITING 2017The full story of seabirds from one of the greatest nature writers The book looks at the pattern of their lives their habitats the threats they face and the passions they inspire beautifully illustrated by Kate Boxer Seabirds are master navigators thriving in the most demanding environment on earth In this masterly book drawing on all the most recent research Adam Nicolson follows them to the coasts and islands of Scotland Ireland Iceland Norway and the Americas Beautifully illustrated by Kate Boxer The Seabird s Cry is a celebration of the wonders of the only creatures at home in the air on land and on the sea It also carries a warning the number of seabirds has dropped by two thirds since 1950 Extinction stalks the ocean and there is a danger that the grand cry of a seabird colony will this century become little but a memory

The Return of the Grey Partridge tells the extraordinary story of how wildlife is restored to the Arundel Estate in West Sussex Prompted by the collapse in numbers of one species the grey partridge of the title the managers of the estate woke up to the devastating effect modern farming methods were having on wildlife Following the estate through the seasons of one year the book shows how the farm of Peppering is gradually renatured fields are divided up with hedgerows and trees beetle banks are built across fields the land is manured rather than fed with artificial fertilisers and much of it is returned to pasture Detailed descriptions of nature give a sense of this large estate coming back to life still very much farmland but with a rapid increase in wildlife and biodiversity And the partridges return Written in collaboration with the Duke of Norfolk owner of the Arundel Estate this moving and hopeful account shows how modern farming can work in partnership with nature to restore not only birdlife but to benefit the whole ecosystem

Reissue of J A Baker s extraordinary classic of British nature writing with an exclusive new afterword by Robert Macfarlane J A Baker s extraordinary classic of British nature writing was first published in 1967 Greeted with acclaim it went on to win the Duff Cooper Prize the pre eminent literary prize of the time Luminaries such as Ted Hughes Barry Lopez and Andrew Motion have cited it as one of the most important books in twentieth century nature writing Despite the association of peregrines with the wild outer reaches of the British Isles The Peregrine is set on the flat marshes of the Essex coast where J A Baker spent long winters looking and writing about the visitors from the uplands peregrines that spend the winter hunting the huge flocks of pigeons and waders that share the desolate landscape with them This new edition of the timeless classic published to celebrate the 50th anniversary of its first publication features an afterword by one of the book s greatest admirers Robert Macfarlane

Delve into the fascinating world of birds through astonishing photography and clear explanations in this absorbing global guide Birds are dinosaurs with a history going back millions of years Our fascination with them runs deep in history and our close association is reflected in creation stories myths legends songs and children s stories This book explores Both the natural history of birds and that deep cultural connection From their evolution and anatomy to their behaviour and diversity Hawks finches swans or birds of paradise moving the focus away from a predictable species by species account and allowing for truly global coverage The bold nature of European Robins and why they are associated with Christmas the mythical Phoenix which rises from the ashes and learn about eagles from their hunting prowess to their myriad of stories and symbolism Packed with information beautiful photography and illustrations The Bird Book is a must have for nature enthusiasts

In this beautiful gift edition pop art street artist Matt Sewell offers his own unique take on 52 of our favourite British garden birds An offbeat book featuring 52 charming characterful illustrations of our best loved British birds BBC Wildlife A treasure to behold Reader review Quirky creative but very well observed Reader review This book should be owned by all garden bird lovers Reader review Absolutely love this book Reader review Utterly charming Reader review Since its first appearance in July 2009 Matt s Bird of the Week feature for the Caught by the River website has quickly become a cult hit His pop art watercolours are distinctive and enchanting as are his innovative descriptions which see great tits bossing the other birds around the playful yet shy buoyancy of bullfinches and the improbable nature of the waxwing like a computer generated samurai finch This witty delightful and distinctive gift book will appeal to bird watching enthusiasts children and adults and art and illustration fans alike

This easy to use RSPB pocket companion to European and British birds is the ideal field guide for novice birdwatchers and experienced birders alike From frequently seen garden birds to some of the more elusive birds of prey discover over 300 species of bird found in the UK and Europe with RSPB Pocket Birds of Britain and Europe Learn all about birds from their calls and feeding behaviour nesting habits and habitats and differences in plumage Crystal clear photographs bring the birds on the page to life and notes on distinguishing features will help you identify different species of bird wherever you spot them Maps show where and when you re likely to see each species further aiding identification This edition also includes a web link where you can hear common bird songs and calls to make identification even easier This handy book is perfectly portable making RSPB Pocket Birds of Britain and Europe the perfect companion for taking out in the field

The ideal portable companion the world renowned Collins Gem series returns with a fresh new look and updated material This is the perfect pocket guide for keen birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts to identify the most commonly seen species in Britain and Europe Authoritative text and beautiful photographs show the distinguishing features of each bird including notes on appearance colour and distinctive features and information on juveniles range and habitat nests call and breeding sites In addition an extensive introduction covers general information on plumage habitats and migration and gives first time birdwatchers advice on what equipment to buy and where to go to spot the most desirable species This new edition builds on the strengths of the unrivalled original covering over 200 species of bird found in Britain and Europe

A groundbreaking two volume illustrated reference book covering all of Europe s birds Would you like to be able to identify any bird species in Europe in all plumages in every season ID Handbook of European Birds is the resource for you This identification handbook blends incisive descriptions with stunning high resolution photos to provide the most comprehensive in depth coverage of European birds available Never before has so much current information been brought together in one place and presented so clearly and completely This monumental two volume work is destined to become a standard reference to Europe s birds Covers 733 species known to occur in Europe Features more than 5 500 spectacular color photos Detailed species accounts describe key identification features molting age and gender The high quality photos depict the characteristics most essential for identification Innovatively designed for easy at a glance reference An ideal resource for anyone who wants to enhance their experience in the field A must for bird watchers everywhere from beginners to seasoned birders

As the autumn nights draw in join Polly Atkin in a nocturnal love song to the owls that surround her Lake District home a stunning meditation on learning to listen in a world full of noise

Cada vez son más las personas que disfrutan criando pájaros en casa. No es de extrañar a la vista de su canto y su plumaje. Pero hay mucho más que eso: sentimientos, apego y necesidades que este libro le ayuda a descubrir. Contiene todo lo referente a jaulas, pajareras, cuidados, cria, enfermedades, comida... La mejor guia, practica fruto de la experiencia, para criar pajaros sanos y hermosos.

Match the male and female pairs of 25 species of birds from around the world in this beautifully illustrated memory game To play simply place the cards face down and see if you can remember where the matching bird is located Collect more pairs than your opponent to win With all kinds of species from the barn owl to the blue tit and the ostrich to the macaw this fun and educational game is an ideal gift that will appeal to bird lovers everywhere

En relación con su tamaño, las aves domesticas necesitan una dieta abundante y equilibrada si se quiere que disfruten de una vida larga y feliz. Este libro define claramente los parámetros en que debe basarse una nutricion adecuada, resume todo lo que se sabe sobre las necesidades alimenticias de numerosas especies, aporta interesantes sugerencias sobre como utilizar tales conocimientos y trata de reunir la considerable cantidad de informacion existente como una guia sencilla y practica para dueños, criadores y veterinarios.

Cuando se trata de determinar la dieta más adecuada para un animal en cautividad, se suele afirmar que hay tantas dietas correctas como propietarios de animales. Ello es tanto más cierto cuando nos referimos a las dietas para aves, procedentes de los mas dispares habitats, desde el domestico gorrion al exotico kiwi.En la presente obra se aborda el problema desde una perspectiva cientifica, basada en los trabajos realizados por expertos en nutricion animal y que derivan de las practicas que se llevan a cabo en algunos zoologicos de los Estados Unidos, que tienen encomendada la mision de conserar en el mejor estado la vida de los animales que tienen a su cargo.Las aves se han agrupado en los ordenes taxonomicos propios de la zoologia, describiendo dietas afines por familias, por grupos de especies y cuando la especificidad del caso lo ha requerido, se ha llegado a describir dietas individualizadas por especies en particular.Las necesidades alimenticias de las aves no son siempre las mismas, sino que varian en funcion de su edad o evolucion sexual. Ello ha obligado a describir dietas para los polluelos de determinadas especies y tambien las que son mas convenientes si se pretende estimular la reproduccion o ayudar a la crianza.Algunas de las dietas contienen productos de dificil obtencion para el aficionado medio, por lo que en los apendices que complementan la obra, se describe la composicion de los productos comerciales, no siempre a nuestra disposicion en el mercado nacional, e incluso, dando un paso mas, nos enseña como obtener alimentos vivos cuando ello es posible (mosca de la fruta, gusano de la harina, etc.).

* Los canarios alegran la casa, no sólo con el canto, sino también con sus resplandecientes colores, que van desde el amarillo azafrán hasta el rojo escarlata, del anaranjado más tenue a los colores mas inesperados. Este libro le enseñara a reconocer las principales razas y a apreciar las innumerables y sorprendentes variedades cromaticas * Encontrara aqui valiosos consejos referentes al arte de criar canarios, de domesticarlos para el canto, de cuidarlos, etc. * Ademas, podra aprender a interpretar los mensajes que se esconden tras las distintas formas de cantar, las actitudes del cuerpo, las posiciones del pico y de las alas. Pero tambien aprendera a reconocer en seguida un canario enfermo y a proporcionarle los cuidados mas adecuados * Y para los que esten interesados en la cria de estas bonitas criaturas, no faltan informaciones utiles sobre la genetica, los hibridos, las exposiciones oficiales y los criterios de juicio que le permitiran acceder a secretos reservados a los especialistas