Rizzoli Birds Color by Color: A Visual Guide to the Beauty and Science of Color in the Avian World
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This must-have reference enables birders of any level to identify birds by color. It features more than 200 species. It's richly illustrated with stunning artwork and photography.
- This must-have reference enables birders of any level to identify birds by color
- Part One explores the science of color in feathers; chapters examine how coloration varies within a species and how variations can signal sex, age and individual identity
- Part Two presents a color-coded gallery of more than 200 species, spanning the spectrum from red to violet, and including brown, black, white and multicolored birds
- Each entry highlights how particular colors arise and explains their biological purpose—such as camouflage, species recognition or courtship
- Entries also feature a concise fact file listing common and scientific names, distribution, habitat, size and coloration
- This book is richly illustrated with an engaging mixture of illustrations, photographs and even detailed microphotography
- The photos are a mixture of bird portraits and live action shots in situ
Imported.
View all Rizzoli Nature Viewing Guidebooks| Best Use | Birding |
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| Dimensions | 9.75 x 7.5 inches |
| Author(s) | Geoffrey E. Hill |
| Number of Pages | 256 |
| Format | Hardcover |
| ISBN-13 | 9780789346834 |
| Publisher | Rizzoli Universe |
| Copyright Year | 2026 |
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