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Parrots of the World: An Identification Guide
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Published: 2006-02-06
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Editorial review:
pFrom the macaws of South America to the cockatoos of Australia, parrots are among the most recognizable, and endangered, birds on earth. But until now, no easy-to-use guide existed for the identification of all species and subspecies of these colorful creatures. /ppEnter iParrots of the World/i, the most comprehensive handbook for distinguishing some 350 species of parrots from across the globe. Lavishly illustrated, with more than 120 color plates and additional illustrations, the book covers parrots in homes, zoos, and in the wild, providing detailed descriptions of their key identifying features. /ppBy allowing readers to easily narrow their search to specific geographic areas, the book will prove especially useful to those interested in parrots of a particular locale. Descriptive distribution maps show the geographic location of the different species, and an entire section is devoted to ecological and behavioral information relevant to identification. In addition, the guide differentiates Old World and New World species and points out significant sex or age differences in plumage coloration. /ppiParrots of the World/i will provide enormous help to those engaged in gathering important field data and monitoring international trade, two initiatives that are of critical importance to the conservation of parrots worldwide. /ppClear, complete, and colorful, this is one guidebook that no museum, research institution, zoo, or bird enthusiast will want to be without. /ppKey Features: /pulliEasy-to-use, geographic guide /liliTreats some 350 species /liliColor distribution maps for all species /liliLavishly illustrated, with more than 120 color plates and additional illustrations /liliIncludes ecological and behavioral information/li/ul
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5 stars. Parrots of the World: An Identification Guide
This book is an excellent reference for anyone involved in aviculture, be it the pet parrot owner or just an enthusiast. It is quite detailed as far as the scientific nomenclature, as well as giving a person a good idea of where the birds are from, thier distribution, habitats, ranges, as well as some excellent drawings of the birds. A very good book overall.
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4 stars. Excellent reference book
Very thorough reference book on parrots. Although they are illustrations rather than photographs, the birds are very clearly drawn and coloured so it's easy to find the one (or several) you are looking for. I would have preferred a few more illustrations (wings spread, or flying views), but they are limited due to the shear volume of birds that are included.
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5 stars. You can't parrot this book
Usually, scientific reference works are all text and few pictures. "Parrots of the World" take the opposite approach: all pictures and very little text.
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br /I don't think serious biology students would be very happy about this book. However, if you want to impress your friends, it's perfect. Put it on your coffee table, place it prominently on a bookshelf or opposite your parrot cage, for the best effect. If you're really daring, buy a copy for your kids (not the smallest ones) and tell them to make colorful drawings of the parrots in the book. Just don't give it to your pet parrot!
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br /"Parrots of the World" illustrates all known species of parrot, and many subspecies as well. However, it doesn't illustrate the various mutations bred in captivity. "Only" wild parrots are included. There are range maps of each species and short description of their habits and habitat. Some extinct species are also illustrated on the color plates.
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br /I bought the book mostly to flash. But no, I don't regret it. However, those who want a more meaty work on parrots should probably invest in a copy of "Handbook of the Birds of the World, Vol. 4, Sandgrouse to Cuckoos", which also includes a extensive section on parrots.
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4 stars. Parrots of the World
Excellent product, bought mostly for the pictures and for ID-ing birds. Illustrations good and easy to find. Text informative but not intrusive.
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5 stars. Parrots of the World
This book is very comprehensive and the illustrations are beautiful. I like the illustrations because differences between parrots can be more easily pointed out the using illustrations than by photographs. There are so many different parrots in this book with information about each one.
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