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Diseases Of Wild Waterfowl
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Book Description
This second edition of the only reference devoted to diseases of wild waterfowl has been completely revised to include several new viral agents and toxins. The entire text reflects an increased emphasis on the relationships among habitat, management, and the occurrence of disease. Chapter format is consistent throughout, with the cause ecology, clinical and pathologic features, diagnostic techniques, significance, and remedial management of each disease described. Among the highlights are a chapter on diagnostic techniques (which includes the necropsy procedure) and an extensive reference list.
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This complete guide to 150 species of ducks, geese, and swans provides color illustrations of all major plumages and subspecies and offers informative details on voice, population, distribution, range, habits, and habitats--for beginners and experts.
Customer Reviews:
Great waterfowl identification guide.......1999-10-27
"Waterfowl : An Identification Guide to the Ducks, Geese and Swans of the World" is a wonderful guide for waterfowl identification, with beautiful colored plates of all 155 species of ducks, geese, and swans. A really nice book for everyone who likes wild waterfowl. The only thing I miss are the screamers which are also a part of the anseriformes (waterfowl).
Poor reprint quality ruins a great series.......1999-01-28
Make a plate-by-plate comparison of the new Waterfowl or Shorebirds guides with the original hardcover editions and you'll see that the sofcover illustrations look like cheap color photocopies. All of the subtlety and detail that made the originals the best field guides of their kind has been lost. Save your money for the used bookstores.
Steve Madge delivers again.......1998-11-22
Maybe i'm a little biased but this is a great book.However trying to find a copy was something of a wild goose chase
Excellent for the birdwatcher or waterfowler.......1998-10-03
Waterfowl: An Identification Guide - This identification guide is part of a series of similar books each targeted at a particular family of birds such as shorebirds, seabirds, sparrows, etc. These guides are designed for the serious bird watcher, but the volume on waterfowl is an excellent reference for the waterfowler who wants to increase his knowledge and understanding of these wonderful birds. Most species are illustrated in juvenile, eclipse adult and breeding adult plumage for males (drakes) and females (hens). Range maps and detailed text descriptions are included for every species of waterfowl in the world. Descriptions include methods of distinguishing birds that are similar.
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Waterfowl Identification Methods.......2007-03-09
This publication is the best in-hand device I have seen, for determining species of ducks. The difference in bills is more difinative than wing patterns, and color, particularly in females. It represents a unique approach, in being able to lay the bill of the bird on the drawings on the page for comparison.
I did take the four plates out of the book and laminated them for protection from soiling in the field, then replaced them. This might be a feature for future publications. Great buy.
The hunter's definitive source for waterfowl identification........2007-01-11
Every waterfowler should have this book in their shooting bag! Without a doubt, the most definitive resource on waterfowl identification for the hunter. Simply line-up your birds bill with those printed in true color and scale on the pages of the book for positive identification. Sure, anyone can identify the more common puddle ducks, but what about all the other species, or seldom downed birds? End the confusion of trying to ID hens, or birds in eclipse plumage. The bill tells the true identity. As simple as can be. Be confident that you are legally compliant with bag limits. Great for beginning and experienced waterfowlers alike.
A must for the duck hunter.......2005-09-20
This booklet is for the duck hunter, not a PETA activist. The duck needs to be in your hand so you can match the bill and feet to the pictures for accurate ID. This is an excellant booklet for waterfowl ID.
Rip off.......2004-03-08
This wasn't a "book". It was a few flimsy pages of very thin poor quality paper, tied together with a plastic ring. It did nothing to help identify water fowl in flight. Anyone can identify a duck once it is in hand. This pamplet was a big disappointment. A fair price for it would have been about $1 dollar, not $10.
A Duck Hunter's Must Have........2002-09-20
Great book for in-flight and in-hand ID. The bill ID/comparison charts are excellent. NOTE: The pages are water resistant, not water proof.
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This new book represents a major revision of the first edition and addresses all aspects of waterfowl ecology and management under one cover. The second edition is expanded to 2,800 references arrayed across 11 chapters such as classification, courtship behavior and pair-bond formation, reproduction, feeding ecology, breeding and winter periods, mortality and harvest management, wetlands and wetland management, major waterfowl habitats, and policy and administration. The new edition also includes 16 infoboxes, which are stand-alone inserts in the various chapters. The infoboxes present information on important waterfowl people, places, and issues. Coverage also has been expanded to address important waterfowl habitats around the globe and address a broad array of issues and examples of waterfowl ecology from the international literature.
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Highly recommended for field professionals.......2006-06-05
Now in an updated second edition, Waterfowl Ecology And Management is an exhaustive, scientific minded guide written especially for waterfowl biologists and those charged with the upkeep of waterfowl habitats. Chapters discuss in-depth the life cycle of various waterfowl species, common diseases affecting the species and how to prevent or control them, the habitation they need, legal policy and history concerning waterfowl conservation, and much more. The extensive detail of this 500+ page hardcover guide is ideal for specialists. A top-quality reference, illustrated with black-and-white diagrams and photographs, and featuring a lengthy index for easy reference. Highly recommended for field professionals.
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- Welcome to the Wood Duck world!
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Ecology and Management of the Wood Duck
Frank Chapman Bellrose , and
Daniel J. Holm
Manufacturer: Stackpole Books
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Welcome to the Wood Duck world!.......2000-02-06
Wood ducks were almost hunted to extinction during the turn of the 20th century - but with dedicated biologists and hunters, the duck survived. This book goes into the ecology and natural history of this magnificent bird. Too bad the pictures are in black and white - but the well written text makes up for that - based on real research and field data from all over the wood duck range. A wildlife manager's library is not complete without this book.
Its Just Fantastic........1999-07-15
Loads of Knowledge and observation are pumped in to this wonderful book. Its a blessing to have a copy of this book for the woodduck admirors.
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Very Helpful.......2001-01-20
This was a great book! It was helpful to me because im a duck hunter. It would also be great for other duck hunters who dont know their ducks too well. They show all kinds of ducks, and where they breed. It also shows lunes, geese, and even swans. This book is great for curious readers and also big time duck hunters.
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An indispensable field guide and reference for birders.
The eastern Continental Divide from Florida to Ontario contains the world's largest network of freshwater lakes, rivers, wetlands and coastal waters. It is home to an astonishingly large variety of ducks, geese, and other waterfowl.
Waterfowl of Eastern North America is a richly illustrated pocket-sized field guide for birders and naturalists. Full-color photographs show these birds in their natural habitats in each season.
Comparison pages group similar-looking birds on a single spread for quick reference. Concise and accurate information on each species includes:
- Common name
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- Seasonal changes to plumage color.
The detailed information on each species is concisely organized and includes the differences between male and female, seasonal and immature plumage, morphs and distinctive markings.
The coverage includes:
- Ducks and geese
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- Loons, grebes and cormorants.
Waterfowl of Eastern North America also features essential information for birders who want to support conservation groups that protect waterfowl and their quickly disappearing habitats.
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Don't leave home without it!!.......2005-09-18
This book contains two pages for each species and is an excellent reference guide for specific field work. Large closeup color photos with seasonal plumages, seasonal range maps, silhouettes, calls and sounds made, nature notes, plus additional comparison charts in the back, make this field guide a must have for the beginner to advanced birder. It's lightweight and easy to carry with plastic coated pages. You won't be disappointed!
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Award-winning nature writer Michael Furtman chronicles the amazing life cycles of North America's ducks-from hatching to fledgling to mating, nesting, and brood-rearing-as well as their remarkable migrations that span continents and touch the lives of millions of people. An excellent reference source on dozens of duck species, the book provides detailed information on each bird's range, natural history, and current population status. Complementing the rich, descriptive text are more than 150 splendid color photographs that capture wild ducks of every size, shape, and color-from the ubiquitous mallard to the regal canvasback to the gaudy harlequin-in a wide variety of habitats and behaviors.
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- Best information, worse photographs
- OUTSTANDING BOOK
- Best waterfowl book around - great reference material
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Natural History of the Waterfowl
Frank S. Todd
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Best information, worse photographs.......2006-07-27
This book is "the" resource for information in the waterfowl. I have never read a book that was so complete and that went so deep into a specie of waterfowl. I don't think anything else exist that match this reference. But I was truely disapointed by the photographs in the book. Most are badly exposed and have blown out highlight. Being a bird photographer myself, I was shocked by how badly exposed most of the photographs were. The common eider for exemple don't have any detail in the white area and that is just plain pure white. Most photograph with white have this problem.
Ok so the book is not really about the photography of waterfowl and it is more about learning in deep about each specie...so in that regard I thought it was an amazing book. However because of the poor quality of the photographs I gave it only 3 stars. I feel that at this price, they could have put a bit more effort into providing decent photographs.
If you don't care much about the visual and you only want the information about each specie, then you will love this book as it is the most complete book on the subject that I ever seen. Everything is in there.
OUTSTANDING BOOK.......2006-02-27
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THE BOOK, "THE NATURAL HISTORY OF WATERFOWL" BY FRANK TODD IS THE BEST BOOK ON WATERFOWL THAT YOU WILL EVER FIND. THE SIZE AND CONTENT OF THIS BOOK IS AMAZING. I AM SO GLAD THAT I FINALLY PURCHASED THIS BOOK. I RECOMMEND THIS BOOK FOR ANYONE WHO LOVES WATERFOWL, IT IS VERY INFORMATIVE, TO SAY THE LEAST.
D. NEWSON
Best waterfowl book around - great reference material.......1999-10-02
This is one of the most complete collections of information on waterfowl available. It contains beautiful pictures as well as complete information on waterfowl from all over the world. The written text is excellent giving many details about each species as well as general descriptions of the behaviors including courtship, migration, feeding, reproduction, flight, etc. This is a must for all nature lovers including wildlife artists, naturalists and birders.
The most complete waterfowl book ever!.......1999-07-17
This is really the most beautiful and complete book about waterfowl I ever bought about waterfowl. About 450 pages and many, many (about 700) full coloured pictures! For all waterfowl lovers, breeders, enthusiasts etc. a must to have! You can find all screamers, ducks, geese and swans with great and usefull information about their habitat and many more.
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Geat Book for Identifing Ducks.......2007-05-14
I've looked everywhere for a table top book with just information and color photos of ducks to help us identify the water fowl we see from our home on the Chesapeake Bay - This is it - Wonderful full size, full color photos that point out the differences in species both in flight characteristics and on the water feeding activities. Age and sex appearance differences are also illustrated as each species has its own chapter. Well organized layout that is ideal for our purpose - best of its kind that I've seen.
The GREAT Gallery.......2002-02-06
The Great Gallery of Ducks... is truly great, if you're looking for a pictorial reference book on waterfowl. The book is crammed with photographs, almost all of which are well-taken, many showing fine detail. A few are underexposed, but most are indeed of great use to birders, artists and others intent on seeing waterfowl up close and personal.
This book is the winner.......2001-01-04
This book is one to have! This book is what I call the greatest beginners book to waterfowl. It takes you step by step, thru different breeds (Canvasback & Green-winged teal), types (Dabblers & divers), and the anatomy of the birds. It is a great book for any waterfowl painter or Waterfowl carving beginning artist to invest in. It has helped me a lot and it has helped my other fellow artist out also. (Like 2000 Federal Duck Stamp artist Adam Grimm) Take my word: get this book. You'll thank me.
Excellent Source for young Waterfowl hunters?.......1999-10-22
I have been hunting ducks all my life and have read quite a few books on waterfowl, but I have never come across any book with so many pictures on different kinds of ducks and geese. I believe this book is an excellent source for people who are beginners in waterfowl hunting since they can learn about what different kinds of ducks look like.
My Uncle Dick's work still holds up.......1999-06-16
Like my cousin who said he loves his Grandpa book, I too think it's a great book for those who are looking to know more about the anatomy of ducks. Along with Dick's other books and works, he always put so much effort into everything he did. I was there when many of the pictures for the book were taken. The pictures that look as if they were taken on a real pond were actually done at a pond on property Dick owned. He took a goose decoy, placed an electric motor, prop and controls inside, and a remote controlled camera pointing out from its side. Before his death, he told me he wanted to come up with a way to take pictures of ducks and geese from the air. He talked of developing a remote controlled goose with a camera that would fly. I believe he would have done! It is truely a pleasure to look at my copy of the book and remember his genius.
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