Download or read book Hancock House Encyclopedia of Estrildid Finches written by Matthew M. Vriends and published by Surrey, B.C. : Hancock House. This book was released on 2002 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book compiles the essential guidance you need to achieve success in finch culture, and holds the answers to questions both scientific and practical questions about this family of Finches. Every day more people discover the pleasure of keeping finches. Whether your plans simply call for a few birds in an attractive cage to brighten your home, a fully furnished aviary or something in between, this is a hobby that offers great satisfaction for everyone who enjoys being in close touch with Nature. In this book, you will find detailed descriptions of some of the most colorful and popular cage and aviary birds from the tropics and subtropics: Waxbills, Mannikins, Munias, Grass and Parrot Finches, together forming the Family of Estrildid Finches or Estrildines (Estrildedae). This book will give you all the essential guidance you need to achieve success in finch culture. Estrildid Finches holds the answers to questions both scientific and practical to pursue the hobby as deeply as you wish, as well as a bounty of insight on the natural history of this species.
Download or read book Encyclopedia of Animal Behavior written by and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2019-01-21 with total page 3052 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Encyclopedia of Animal Behavior, Second Edition, Four Volume Set the latest update since the 2010 release, builds upon the solid foundation established in the first edition. Updated sections include Host-parasite interactions, Vertebrate social behavior, and the introduction of ‘overview essays’ that boost the book's comprehensive detail. The structure for the work is modified to accommodate a better grouping of subjects. Some chapters have been reshuffled, with section headings combined or modified. Represents a one-stop resource for scientifically reliable information on animal behavior Provides comparative approaches, including the perspective of evolutionary biologists, physiologists, endocrinologists, neuroscientists and psychologists Includes multimedia features in the online version that offer accessible tools to readers looking to deepen their understanding
Download or read book Encyclopedia of Estrilded Finches written by Matthew M. Vriends and published by . This book was released on 200? with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Encyclopedia of Deserts written by Michael A. Mares and published by University of Oklahoma Press. This book was released on 2017-01-19 with total page 695 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Encyclopedia of Deserts represents a milestone: it is the first comprehensive reference to the first comprehensive reference to deserts and semideserts of the world. Approximately seven hundred entries treat subjects ranging from desert survival to the way deserts are formed. Topics include biology (birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, fishes, invertebrates, plants, bacteria, physiology, evolution), geography, climatology, geology, hydrology, anthropology, and history. The thirty-seven contributors, including volume editor Michael A. Mares, have had extensive careers in deserts research, encompassing all of the world’s arid and semiarid regions. The Encyclopedia opens with a subject list by topic, an organizational guide that helps the reader grasp interrelationships and complexities in desert systems. Each entry concludes with cross-references to other entries in the volume, inviting the reader to embark on a personal expedition into fascinating, previously unknown terrain. In addition a list of important readings facilitates in-depth study of each topic. An exhaustive index permits quick access to places, topics, and taxonomic listings of all plants and animals discussed. More than one hundred photographs, drawings, and maps enhance our appreciation of the remarkable life, landforms, history, and challenges of the world’s arid land.
Download or read book Encyclopedia of Neuroscience Volume 1 written by Larry R. Squire and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2009-06-12 with total page 12505 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Encyclopedia of the Neuroscience explores all areas of the discipline in its focused entries on a wide variety of topics in neurology, neurosurgery, psychiatry and other related areas of neuroscience. Each article is written by an expert in that specific domain and peer reviewed by the advisory board before acceptance into the encyclopedia. Each article contains a glossary, introduction, a reference section, and cross-references to other related encyclopedia articles. Written at a level suitable for university undergraduates, the breadth and depth of coverage will appeal beyond undergraduates to professionals and academics in related fields.
Download or read book Encyclopedia of Virology written by and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2021-02-24 with total page 4109 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Encyclopedia of Virology, Fourth Edition, Five Volume Set builds on the solid foundation laid by the previous editions, expanding its reach with new and timely topics. In five volumes, the work provides comprehensive coverage of the whole virosphere, making this a unique resource. Content explores viruses present in the environment and the pathogenic viruses of humans, animals, plants and microorganisms. Key areas and concepts concerning virus classification, structure, epidemiology, pathogenesis, diagnosis, treatment and prevention are discussed, guiding the reader through chapters that are presented at an accessible level, and include further readings for those needing more specific information. More than ever now, with the Covid19 pandemic, we are seeing the huge impact viruses have on our life and society. This encyclopedia is a must-have resource for scientists and practitioners, and a great source of information for the wider public. Offers students and researchers a one-stop shop for information on virology not easily available elsewhere Fills a critical gap of information in a field that has seen significant progress in recent years Authored and edited by recognized experts in the field, with a range of different expertise, thus ensuring a high-quality standard
Download or read book Exotic Birds from A to Z written by Angelika Lang and published by B.E.S. Publishing. This book was released on 2007 with total page 260 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: (back cover) Exotic Birds Detailed advice on selecting and keeping the world's most unusual birds Practical: Facts and photos to help you identify, choose, and buy exotic birds Clearly arranged: Illustrated bird profiles listed alphabetically with advice and information on bird care Informative: Extra features include an overview of major bird groups and advice on setting up indoor and outdoor aviaries More than 200 full-color photos
Download or read book Encyclopedia of the Lories written by Rosemary Low and published by Surrey, B.C. : Hancock House. This book was released on 1998 with total page 440 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This title covers the biology, distribution and aviculture of every species of Lory Parrot. Lories are a group of colorful parrots from Australia, Indonesia and the Pacific region. Mainly nectar and pollen feeders, some species are nomadic, moving around in search of blossoms. Their bright colors and active, and often amusing behavior, make them fascinating subjects for study by bird watchers and bird keepers. Rosemary Low brings together, for the first time, detailed and absorbing information on their natural habits and aviculture. Rosemary has arranged this most comprehensive book to give immediate access to specific subjects and species. The first part is an encyclopedia covering nearly 100 different subjects from aviaries to conservation and from folklore to nest sites. In the second part, the biology of every species is described under standard headings which provide detailed descriptions of plumage, chicks, eggs, habitat, conservation, and more. A special gazetteer section includes distribution maps and information on localities where lories occur. The encyclopedia's large reference section is a valuable source of further reading - in the unlikely event there is anything else the reader needs to know. The book is a riot of color, with 140 color photographs of these stunningly beautiful birds. It will leave the reader wanting to know them in life.
Download or read book Grzimek s Animal Life Encyclopedia written by Bernhard Grzimek and published by Gale Cengage. This book was released on 2003 with total page 728 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides a comprehensive reference on animals around the world including their life cycles, predators, food systems, overall ecology, and more.
Download or read book The Complete Book of Finches written by Matthew M. Vriends and published by Howell Books. This book was released on 1987 with total page 216 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Encyclopedia of Evolutionary Biology written by and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2016-04-14 with total page 2138 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Encyclopedia of Evolutionary Biology, Four Volume Set is the definitive go-to reference in the field of evolutionary biology. It provides a fully comprehensive review of the field in an easy to search structure. Under the collective leadership of fifteen distinguished section editors, it is comprised of articles written by leading experts in the field, providing a full review of the current status of each topic. The articles are up-to-date and fully illustrated with in-text references that allow readers to easily access primary literature. While all entries are authoritative and valuable to those with advanced understanding of evolutionary biology, they are also intended to be accessible to both advanced undergraduate and graduate students. Broad topics include the history of evolutionary biology, population genetics, quantitative genetics; speciation, life history evolution, evolution of sex and mating systems, evolutionary biogeography, evolutionary developmental biology, molecular and genome evolution, coevolution, phylogenetic methods, microbial evolution, diversification of plants and fungi, diversification of animals, and applied evolution. Presents fully comprehensive content, allowing easy access to fundamental information and links to primary research Contains concise articles by leading experts in the field that ensures current coverage of each topic Provides ancillary learning tools like tables, illustrations, and multimedia features to assist with the comprehension process
Download or read book The Princeton Encyclopedia of Birds written by Christopher M. Perrins and published by . This book was released on 2009 with total page 662 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The Princeton Encyclopedia of Birds" is a comprehensive and lavishly illustrated reference to the world's birds. Full-color illustrations throughout.
Download or read book Encyclopedia of Reproduction M Pri written by and published by . This book was released on 1998 with total page 1134 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The present work should serve as a convenient and comprensive source of information encompassing all aspects of the subject of reproduction as it relates to the entire animal kingdom." -- Preface, p. xxxiii.
Download or read book Firefly Encyclopedia of Birds written by Christopher M. Perrins and published by . This book was released on 2003 with total page 662 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A comprehensive guide to more that 100 bird families including: global distribution, habitat, plumage, voice, diet, mating rituals, nesting habits, historical significance, evolutionary development and conservation status.
Download or read book Nestling Mouth Markings and Colors of Old World Finches Estrildidae written by Robert B. Payne and published by . This book was released on 2005 with total page 58 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book A Dictionary of Birds written by Bruce Campbell and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 1985 with total page 714 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Dictionary of Birds enlists contributions from over 289 ornithologists and other specialists from around the world. Major, authoritative articles cover the field of modern ornithology and related subjects, many of them running to several thousand words. In addition, there are articles on all the bird families, almost all of which are illustrated by a representative species. There are also numerous short entries defining special terms, application of names, etc. The total gives a text of over 800,000 wirds, supported by more than 500 photographs, drawings and diagrams (from dust jacket).
Download or read book Birds of Paradise written by Tim Laman and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2012 with total page 232 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this dazzling photo essay, Laman and Scholes present gorgeous full-color photographs of all 39 species of the Birds of Paradise that highlight their unique and extraordinary plumage and mating behavior.
