THE CUCKOO. By Ian Wylie. Shire Natural History series no. 23.
1987 1st edition. 8vo stapled paperback (150 x 210mm). Pp24. Colour and b/w photographs, b/w illustration, map, bibliography.
Excellent and authoritative introduction to the habits, biology and ecologyof this fascinating species. Good photographs of, amongst other things, adults and chicks taking over the nests of host species. Sections include: The cuckoo family; Brood parasitism; Cuckoo migration; Food and feeding habits; Territories and courtship; Host species; Egg laying; Cuckoo eggs; Young cuckoos; Studying the cuckoos; Further reading. Shire Natural History series no.23.
Excellent and authoritative introduction to the habits, biology and ecologyof this fascinating species. Good photographs of, amongst other things, adults and chicks taking over the nests of host species. Sections include: The cuckoo family; Brood parasitism; Cuckoo migration; Food and feeding habits; Territories and courtship; Host species; Egg laying; Cuckoo eggs; Young cuckoos; Studying the cuckoos; Further reading. Shire Natural History series no.23.
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20715
| Author | Wyllie (Ian). |
|---|---|
| Book Code | 20715 |
| ISBN | 0852638981 / 0852638981. |
| Book Description | Fine new copy. |
| Book Cover | Paperback |
| Published Date | 1987 |
| Publisher | Shire Publications. |
| Place | Princes Risborough, Bucks. |