9781333687663 - The Birds of the Isle of Pines (Classic Reprint) di Todd, Walter Edmond Clyde (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This meticulously researched book sheds light on the vast diversity of bird species found on the Isle of Pines, a small yet ecologically diverse island south of Cuba. The author draws upon the collective observations of various naturalists and explorers who visited the island throughout the 19th and 20th centuries, including the author's own extensive fieldwork. Through the analysis of over 800 specimens, the author provides a comprehensive account of the island's avifauna, including detailed descriptions and measurements of each species, as well as insights into their behavior and habitats. The book touches upon the ecological factors that have shaped the evolution of the island's birdlife, and discusses the conservation challenges facing these species in the present day. This volume is an essential reference for ornithologists and anyone interested in the natural history of the Isle of Pines. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.