Download or read book Carving North American Hummingbirds and Their Habitat written by David Hamilton and published by Fox Chapel Publishing Company Incorporated. This book was released on 2000 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: More secrets for carving realistic hummingbirds! Includes step-by-step demonstrations, extensive habitat information, paint mixing charts, and full-size patterns for the Anna's, the black-chinned, the Rufous and the Costa's.
Download or read book A Field Guide to Hummingbirds of North America written by Sheri Williamson and published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. This book was released on 2001 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Covering 31 North American species, with more than 250 color photos and 33 maps, this is the most comprehensive field guide to hummingbirds. Introductory chapters cover the natural history of hummingbirds, ways to attract and feed them, and major hot spots in the United States and Canada for observing these fascinating birds. The 31 color plates illustrate 28 species, 7 hybrid combinations, 3 forms of albinism, and 4 species of sphinx moths often mistaken for hummingbirds. Species accounts provide in-depth information on plumage, molt, songs and calls, wing sounds, similar species, behavior, habitat, distribution, taxonomy, and conservation concerns. Detailed range maps show breeding, non-breeding, and year-round distribution, migration routes, and records outside expected areas of occurrence.
Download or read book Hummingbirds of North America written by Dan True and published by UNM Press. This book was released on 1995-04 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A fully illustrated guide, keyed state by state, to all 16 species of North American hummers, including all of their personal quirks and habits.
Download or read book Hummers written by Millie Miller and published by Big Earth Publishing. This book was released on 1987 with total page 68 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reminiscent of nineteenth-century botanical prints, the full-color illustrations in these small nature guides are miniature watercolors, as delightful to look at as they are accurate.
Download or read book Hummingbirds of the American West written by Lynn Hassler Kaufman and published by Rio Nuevo Pub. This book was released on 2001 with total page 76 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The American Southwest offers prime habitat for hummingbirds. Indeed, of the sixteen species of hummingbirds resident in North America, all but one either nest in or migrate through the region. In Hummingbirds of the American West, birding authority Lynn Hassler Kaufman describes in detail the field marks, behavioral characteristics, and habitat requirements of each species. Extraordinary color photographs also capture these fascinating birds in flight, feeding, and nesting. Hummingbirds of the American West identifies prime locations in the deserts and "sky island" mountain ranges of the American Southwest where avid birders are most likely to encounter these remarkable creatures. For resident bird lovers who also have a green thumb, Lynn Hassler Kaufman describes how to create a "hummingbird garden" with native plants that are sure to attract their attention. 60 color photographs.
Download or read book Hummingbirds Their Life and Behavior written by Esther Quesada Tyrrell and published by Crown Publishing Group (NY). This book was released on 1985 with total page 232 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Robert Tyrrell, the world's foremost photographer of hummingbirds, has successfully captured on film the utterly fascinating day-to-day activities of our colorful North American species. Included among the 235 full-color pictures are never-before-photographed sequences such as nesting, molting, preening and territorial aggression, as well as an unprecedented portfolio of hummingbirds feeding from wildflowers. Esther Tyrrell has written the accompanying illuminating text, by far the most complete and up-to-date information on hummingbirds ever assembled, which will make this book the definitive source for both scientists and the general reader for years to come. This lavishly illustrated volume opens with an introduction to this lovely family of
Download or read book Wildfowl Carving Magazine written by and published by . This book was released on 1999 with total page 734 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Hummingbirds of North America written by Paul A. Johnsgard and published by Smithsonian Books (DC). This book was released on 1983 with total page 328 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A comprehensive summary of North American hummingbird biology.
Download or read book Enjoying Hummingbirds written by Larry Gates and published by Stackpole Books. This book was released on 2007-08 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: - How to identify hummingbirds--where to find them, when to look, and what to expect in the region where you live - Tips for the backyard birder on how to attract and feed hummingbirds The hummingbird is one of the most attractive and popular birds in North America. Its small size, brilliant coloring, and ability to feed in flight make it a favorite backyard visitor. This colorful guide describes the fascinating life in the wild of a variety of hummingbird species and tells bird lovers how to attract hummingbirds to the backyard. Information from the most recently published research is augmented by personal experiences in the field as well as conversations with hummingbird experts. Topics include hummingbird behavior, migration, and predators--all illustrated with full-color photos.
Download or read book Carving Hummingbirds written by Chuck Solomon and published by Fox Chapel Publishing Company Incorporated. This book was released on 1996 with total page 72 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This detailed guide includes techniques and tips for carving two hummingbird species: the ruby-throated hummingbird and the broad-tailed hummingbird. It includes anatomical information, step-by-step carving demonstrations, more than 75 color photos, and detailed habitat information.
Download or read book The Hummingbirds of North America Second Edition written by Paul A. Johnsgard and published by Smithsonian Institution. This book was released on 2016-02-02 with total page 546 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Swift and iridescent, hummingbirds are found only in the New World, and encompass an amazing variety of specializations. No other family of birds can lay claim to so many superlatives, including smallest size, most rapid wingbeat, and most specialized plumages. While many species can be attracted to feeding stations and backyard flower gardens, others can be found only in the wild. Paul A. Johnsgard's Hummingbirds of North America is the only book devoted to the identification, distribution, and biology -- both individual and comparative -- of all hummingbirds that breed in North America. First published in 1983, this acclaimed volume now has been revised and expanded to include twenty-five Mexican species, such as the long-billed starthroat and the fork-tailed emeralds, thereby more than doubling the species coverage of the original edition. Full species-by-species accounts survey the evolutionary history, anatomical and physiological specializations, and comparative ecology, behavior, and reproductive biology of this largest family of nonpasserine birds. Individual accounts are complemented by 24 full-color paintings. Including updated range maps, identification keys, and a bibliography that has been broadened to include literature on the little-known Mexican species, the book is both accessible to amateur birders and an authoritative volume for ornithologists.
Download or read book North American Hummingbirds written by George C. West and published by UNM Press. This book was released on 2015-11-15 with total page 422 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Designed to help birders and banders identify, age, and sex all seventeen species of hummingbirds found in North America, this is the only identification guide devoted entirely to hummingbirds that includes up-close, easy-to-use illustrations. It also provides information on the eight species that have been reported but rarely seen in North America. On first viewing hummingbirds are often a blur of fast-moving color. However, when they perch and hover they can be observed, and the size, shape, and color; the proportions of the body, bill, throat, and tail; the wing feather pattern; and the birds’ behavior are crucial to accurate identification. The author’s concise descriptions and illustrations pinpoint all these features in clear, jargon-free language. Anyone who loves hummingbirds will welcome the information he provides.
Download or read book Woodcarving Illustrated Issue 46 Spring 2009 written by Editors of Woodcarving Illustrated and published by Fox Chapel Publishing. This book was released on 2021-02-28 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: FEATURES Overcoming Adversity By Dr. Lawrence Varner Decoy carver Karl Schmidt is a lesson in perseverance An Introduction to Carving with Power An Introduction to Carving with Power By Chuck Solomon and Dave Hamilton Releasing a Wood Spirit by Mark Gargac First Cuts First Cuts Gary Falin and Doug Raine provide valuable tips for carvers and share their first carvings. Hate to Sharpen? Disposable Blade Carving Tools may be the Answer By Bob Duncan Inexpensive tools are great for detail work and small carvings Projects Carving a Troll By Marna Holley Disposable blades and doll hair make this project ideal for beginners Painted Turtle By Gordon and Marsha Stiller Colorful reptile project provides an opportunity to experiment with contrasting textures Build Your Own Carving Stand By Jim Farley Make your own custom version of a $500 stand for only $50 Carving a Musical Frog By Everett Ellenwood Quick and easy project is a fun musical instrument Releasing a Wood Spirit By Mark Gargac Uncover the character hiding in found wood Carving Custom Light-switch Covers By Ben Mayfield Add character to your home with relief- and chip-carved accents Peek-A-Boo Jay By Doug Brooks Delightful critter splitter carving is sure to get a second look Carving a Pierced Relief By Chris Pye Open Spaces add movement and drama to a relief carving Creating Handcarved Magnets By Fred Wilbur Functional floral decorations are a lesson in traditional carving techniques TECHNIQUES Anatomy of Wood By Everett Ellenwood Improve your carving efficiency with an understanding of wood grain Adding Subtle Color By Lora S. Irish Roughing and dry-brushing techniques add life to your carving without overpowering the wood All About Punches By Roger Schroeder Add texture and designs to your carving with these simple tools DEPARTMENTS Editor's Column From Our Mailbag News and Notes Tips and Techniques Reader Gallery Product Review Relief Column Calendar of Events Coming Features Ad Directory & Classifieds Woodchips
Download or read book Hummingbirds of North America written by Steve N. G. Howell and published by Helm. This book was released on 2002 with total page 232 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is the first ever, comprehensive photographic guide to the identification of all 24 species of hummingbirds to be seen as breeders or vagrants in North America. For all their startling colors, the speed of hummingbird flight and the often drab coloration of females and immatures make this group especially difficult to deal with in the field. The simple field marks are often poorly lit, hard to spot, or simply not shown by any particular individual under observation. But accurate identification of these popular and beautiful birds brings both real satisfaction and a welcome challenge to most birders. Steve Howell, a well-known and respected bird tour leader and author, has made a particular study of the finer points of hummingbird recognition and has specially chosen over 200 stunning photographs to complement the information given in his text. Some species feature as many as 14 photographs each. A detailed introduction covers the basics of hummingbird anatomy and plumage variation, allowing the observer to effectively focus on points that are of value in the field. New field marks are provided and old myths dispelled in this ground breaking and essential new guide. Key Features? Contains up to 14 full-color photos for each species, with detailed photo captions Detailed introduction covers fundamentals of hummingbird identification, including discussions of anatomy, plumage variation, and molt Comprehensive species accounts describe all plumages, compare similar species in depth, and discuss voice, displays, behavior, geographic range, and seasonal distribution Emphasizes difficult to identify plumages, such as females and immatures Features 200 stunning photos picked specifically to show identification criteria
Download or read book Attracting Hummingbirds written by Daniel I Stein and published by RMC Publishers. This book was released on 2021-11-07 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ***SILVER MEDALIST - GLOBAL BOOKS AWARD 2022*** Connect with nature. Support local wildlife. Bring your backyard to life. Whether you are designing a hummingbird haven in your backyard, bringing some life to your apartment window, or just learning about the wild world around you, Attracting Hummingbirds will help you in the first days of planning and as your experience and curiosity grow. Follow along as we discover... The best flowers, plants, and trees to attract and support hummingbirds The three things you should never put in your hummingbird feeder Why hummingbird feathers seem to sparkle and shimmer in the sunlight Just how fast are they moving anyway? How to make your space safe for hummingbirds, avoiding predators and unwanted pests The different species of hummingbirds that live and visit your area How to make sure your feeders or flowers won't interfere with migration or nesting Hummingbird behaviors to spot and share with friends and neighbors And much more… Even if you have no gardening skills, minimal outdoor space, or have never bird-watched before, anyone can welcome hummingbirds into their life with a little help.
Download or read book Hummingbirds written by Scott Weidensaul and published by Gramercy. This book was released on 1989 with total page 150 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An exquisite study of a dazzling bird. Wonderful photographs capture more than 300 birds in their natural habitats, while text explains their evolution and development.
Download or read book Hummingbirds of North America written by Emma Greig and published by . This book was released on 2017-05-16 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The tiny winged gems we know as hummingbirds occur in the Americas and nowhere else. This guide presents familiar species of North and South America together with basic information on their color patterns, field marks and geographical ranges. Each species description includes information on its habitat and behavior. Also included are tips for using feeders to attract hummingbirds. The Merlin Bird ID app download comes free with guide purchase.
