How Birds Work - by Marianne Taylor (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>An artfully designed, highly detailed guide to the inner workings of birds--what they're made up of inside and out, and why<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><b>Engineered by evolution to thrive in the wild</b> <br><b>A tiny textbook to learn on your own</b> <p/><i>How Birds Work</i> goes beyond the typical field guide to show us not only what birds look like but <i>why</i>. Why do many owls have asymmetrical ear openings? (Hint: It helps them pinpoint prey; see page 40.) And why does the Grey Heron rest on one leg at a time? (Hint: Not because it's tired; see page 66!) Birds boast a spectacular array of adaptations suited to their incredibly diverse diets and habitats. In this in-depth handbook, discover the ways they're even more astounding than you know--inside and out. Detailed analysis and illustrations illuminate: <ul><li>Skeleton</li><li>Muscles</li><li>Circulation</li><li>Digestion</li><li>Respiration</li><li>Reproduction</li><li>Feathers</li><li>Colors and Patterns</li><li>And much, much more!</li></ul><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>"An excellent introduction to bird biology. . . . Recommended."<b>--<i>Choice</i></b> <p/> "Bird-loving bookworms are sure to appreciate."<b>--<i>Birds & Blooms</i></b> <p/> "<i>How Birds Work</i> is a step-by-step diagram on how to build a bird. It's filled with solid, detailed information. Combine that with the splendor of the accompanying pictures, and you have a great book that is guaranteed to grab and keep readers' attention."<b>--Alex Troutman</b>, American Birding Association <br><br>
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