An Introduction To The Trochilidae: Or Family Of Hummingbirds (1861) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781436775472)

""An Introduction To The Trochilidae: Or Family Of Hummingbirds"" is a book written by John Gould and first published in 1861. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the Trochilidae family, which includes hummingbirds. The author, John Gould, was a renowned ornithologist and bird artist. In this book, he presents a detailed description of the physical characteristics, behavior, and habitats of hummingbirds. The text is accompanied by beautiful illustrations of the birds, which were drawn by Gould himself.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of hummingbirds. The first chapter provides an introduction to the Trochilidae family and its members. Subsequent chapters cover topics such as the anatomy of hummingbirds, their flight patterns, feeding habits, and breeding behavior.Throughout the book, Gould provides fascinating insights into the lives of these tiny birds. He also discusses the challenges that hummingbirds face in their natural habitats, such as competition for food and predators.Overall, ""An Introduction To The Trochilidae: Or Family Of Hummingbirds"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in these fascinating birds. The book's combination of detailed text and beautiful illustrations makes it a pleasure to read and a valuable addition to any bird lover's library.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: John Gould
ISBN-10: 1436775477
ISBN-13: 9781436775472
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/29/2008
Pages: 228
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.68lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.48d