The Birds Of Dorsetshire; A Contribution to the Natural History of the County (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781443708548)

Contained within this antique text is a comprehensive catalogue of the birds commonly found in Dorsetshire, England. For each bird there is provided detailed information on their natural history, habit, and habitat, along with some of the author's personal experiences. A great book of special interest for the amateur bird-watcher, this lovely little text is well deserving of a place in any collection of ornithological literature. The chapters of this book include: Golden Eagle, Hobby, Merlin, Kestrel, Common Buzzard, Rough-Legged Buzzard, Honey-Buzzard, Marsh Harrier, Hen Harrier, Montagu's Harrier, Tawny Owl, Barn-Owl, Long-Eared Owl, Short-Eared Owl, Scops Owl, Snowy Owl, Great Grey Shrike, Red-Backed Shrike, Woodchat, Spotted Flycatcher, Pied Flycatcher, et cetera. We are proud to republish this antique text now complete with a new introduction on ornithology.

Author: John Clavell Mansel-Pleydell
ISBN-10: 1443708542
ISBN-13: 9781443708548
Publisher: Detzer Press
Language: English
Published: 08/25/2008
Pages: 196
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.56lbs
Size: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.45d