This publication, "Antbirds and Ovenbirds: Their Lives and Homes" by Alexander F. Skutch, offers an in-depth exploration of two significant bird families in the Western Hemisphere. Published on July 22, 2010, this work delves into the life cycles and behaviors of Antbirds and Ovenbirds, spanning from tropical Mexico to Tierra del Fuego. Renowned ornithologist Alexander F. Skutch meticulously details aspects such as species identification, food and foraging habits, daily routines, vocalizations, courtship displays, nesting practices, and parental care. The book is enriched with over fifty line drawings by illustrator Dana Gardner, providing visual context for the detailed descriptions.
This manual serves as a comprehensive resource for both armchair and field naturalists seeking to understand the intricacies of these avian species. It covers a wide array of topics, including the specific characteristics of Antbirds and Ovenbirds, which represent two of the five largest families in their respective regions. The content is presented in English and is formatted as an EPUB. The publisher, University of Texas Press, ensures that this book provides detailed insights, making it an invaluable guide for anyone interested in the natural world and the fascinating lives of these birds.
Antbirds and ovenbirds, two of the five largest families of birds found only in the Western Hemisphere, have been among Alexander Skutch's favorites for more than six decades. In this book, he draws on years of observations to describe the life cycle of these fascinating birds, which inhabit Latin America from tropical Mexico to Tierra del Fuego. Skutch covers all aspects of the birds' lives, including the various species in each family, food and foraging, daily life, voice, displays and courtship, nests and incubation, and parental care. He also recounts anecdotes from his own experiences, creating vivid pictures of antbirds foraging for the insects Skutch stirs up on walks through the rainforest and of ovenbirds repairing the observation holes that he opens in their elaborate nests. As some of tropical America's least studied birds, antbirds and ovenbirds surely merit the extensive treatment given them here by one of our most distinguished senior ornithologists. Over fifty line drawings by noted bird artist Dana Gardner make this book a delight for both armchair and field naturalists.
Author: Skutch, Alexander F.
Publisher: University of Texas Press
Illustration: N
Language: ENG
Title: Antbirds and Ovenbirds: Their Lives and Homes
Pages: 00000 (Encrypted EPUB)
On Sale: 2010-07-22
SKU-13/ISBN: 9780292776999
Category: Nature : Animals - Birds
Antbirds and ovenbirds, two of the five largest families of birds found only in the Western Hemisphere, have been among Alexander Skutch's favorites for more than six decades. In this book, he draws on years of observations to describe the life cycle of these fascinating birds, which inhabit Latin America from tropical Mexico to Tierra del Fuego. Skutch covers all aspects of the birds' lives, including the various species in each family, food and foraging, daily life, voice, displays and courtship, nests and incubation, and parental care. He also recounts anecdotes from his own experiences, creating vivid pictures of antbirds foraging for the insects Skutch stirs up on walks through the rainforest and of ovenbirds repairing the observation holes that he opens in their elaborate nests. As some of tropical America's least studied birds, antbirds and ovenbirds surely merit the extensive treatment given them here by one of our most distinguished senior ornithologists. Over fifty line drawings by noted bird artist Dana Gardner make this book a delight for both armchair and field naturalists.
Author: Skutch, Alexander F.
Publisher: University of Texas Press
Illustration: N
Language: ENG
Title: Antbirds and Ovenbirds: Their Lives and Homes
Pages: 00000 (Encrypted EPUB)
On Sale: 2010-07-22
SKU-13/ISBN: 9780292776999
Category: Nature : Animals - Birds
