Essential Ornithology provides the reader with a concise but comprehensive introduction to the biology of birds, one of the most widely studied taxonomic groups. The book starts with the controversial question of the dinosaur origins of birds and their subsequent evolution. Development, anatomy, and physiology are then discussed followed by chapters devoted to avian reproduction, migration, ecology, and conservation. Sections dealing with aspects of bird/human relationships and bird conservation give the book an applied context. Drawing extensively upon the wider scientific literature, this engaging text places the results of classical studies of avian biology alongside the most recent scientific breakthroughs. Useful case studies are presented in a concise and engaging style with the student reader foremost in mind. Key points are highlighted and suggestions for guided reading and key references are included throughout.
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The text is certainly very readable, is bang up to date, and usefully provides 'key references' and 'concepts' as notes in the margin, where relevant. I also liked the 'flight path feature', which provides clear cross-referencing to other sections of the book with related topics. Ian Carter, British Birds [A] well produced volume, and a useful reference for both university students and keener birdwatchers. BBC Wildlife Magazine Combining the threads of biology, ecology, behaviour and conservation, this is an exceptional one-stop shop for anyone who wants to know more about birds. BTO News ...an excellent digest of its subject, combining as it does the long back catalogue of ornithological research with a pleasing range of recent developments ... a well-produced volume, and a useful reference for both university students and keener birdwatchers. Dominic Couzens, BBC Wildlife BIOL13ORNI
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Dr. Graham Scott is currently a lecturer in the Department of Biological Sciences at the university of Hull. He teaches ornithology, ecology and animal behaviour at undergraduate level and has a range of research interests. He is committed to the development of teaching at university level. With a life-long passion for birding he is fascinated by all aspects of ornithology.
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At most a "sketch" of what is essential.
22. Juni 2011
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First, the paperback is 162 pages, not the 208 claimed . . . it is thin in physical size and thin in content. The illustrations are poorly done, the simplest computer-style graphics--no "real" art. Color photographs are small, ganged together, and clustered in a set of pages far from the references to them. The photographs seem to have been selected from what was available more than how best they illustrate the concept or feature.
Admittedly, at 162 pages, it cannot compare to the primary ornithology texts in the field, but at the price of this small paperback, you would be better advised to purchase the 382 page "Cambridge Encyclopedia of Ornithology (A Cambridge Reference Book)" ($15) and the 352 page Manual of Ornithology: Avian Structure and Function ($30) for the same combined price of this small paperback --more than 700 pages of authoritative information, fine art and photographs for the same price as "Essential Ornithology" which has the content and structure of a $20 paperback at best . . . selling for $45.
Admittedly, at 162 pages, it cannot compare to the primary ornithology texts in the field, but at the price of this small paperback, you would be better advised to purchase the 382 page "Cambridge Encyclopedia of Ornithology (A Cambridge Reference Book)" ($15) and the 352 page Manual of Ornithology: Avian Structure and Function ($30) for the same combined price of this small paperback --more than 700 pages of authoritative information, fine art and photographs for the same price as "Essential Ornithology" which has the content and structure of a $20 paperback at best . . . selling for $45.
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This is a great book
1. Oktober 2011
Von Sonflo
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We had this book as a supplement to an ornithology class I was taking. It's a very helpful text. It doesn't go into much detail like other ornithology texts do, but this is enough for those who need it as a supplement to a course.
Some of the pictures in the book are not particularly useful, but for the most part, it's an excellent book.
Some of the pictures in the book are not particularly useful, but for the most part, it's an excellent book.
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This is a great first book on understanding bird morpholgy and structure. I found that it often refers to other books that have greater detail which I think is helpful to others that want to persue this type of reading. In adddition I especially liked the line notes in the margin of the page it is a handy reference to other sources. That is so much easier that leafing through the bibligropghy in the back. In general I liked the book and will keep it a reference and as a loaner to others interested in this subject.
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