Learn about the habits and habitat of the Northern Goshawk, a fierce bird of prey that nests in the boreal forests far from human habitation. This hawk, about the size of a Common Raven, is capable of catching and killing large birds such as geese and grouse, and animals such as rabbits and hares. The Northern Goshawk is notorious for attacking anything, including people, that come close to its nest or young. Read firsthand accounts of this species' fearless hunting prowess. Learn about plucking posts--the place where goshawks dismantle their prey before delivering it to their young. Stories include historical accounts and personal accounts from the author, his friends, and research associates. The book is filled with the author's photographs and illustrations from his many years spent studying the Northern Goshawk in all seasons.
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Since 1998, Scott Rashid has spent countless hours researching and rehabilitating birds of prey. He has worked with a variety of bird species from hummingbirds, sparrows, and finches to eagles, hawks, and owls.
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Librería: Books From California, Simi Valley, CA, Estados Unidos de America
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Librería: Darkleaf Books, Arrington, VA, Estados Unidos de America
Hardcover. Condición: As new. First edition. A new copy with bumped corners. Learn about the habits and habitat of the Northern Goshawk, a fierce bird of prey that nests in the boreal forests far from human habitation. This hawk, about the size of a Common Raven, is capable of catching and killing large birds such as geese and grouse, and animals such as rabbits and hares. The Northern Goshawk is notorious for attacking anything, including people, that come close to its nest or young. Read firsthand accounts of this species' fearless hunting prowess. Learn about plucking posts, the place where goshawks dismantle their prey before delivering it to their young. Stories include historical accounts and personal accounts from the author, his friends, and research associates. The book is filled with the author's photographs and illustrations from his many years spent studying the Northern Goshawk in all seasons. Nº de ref. del artículo: 14557U
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Librería: Rarewaves USA, HEBRON, KY, Estados Unidos de America
Hardback. Condición: New. Learn about the habits and habitat of the Northern Goshawk, a fierce bird of prey that nests in the boreal forests far from human habitation. This hawk, about the size of a Common Raven, is capable of catching and killing large birds such as geese and grouse, and animals such as rabbits and hares. The Northern Goshawk is notorious for attacking anything, including people, that come close to its nest or young. Read firsthand accounts of this species' fearless hunting prowess. Learn about plucking posts--the place where goshawks dismantle their prey before delivering it to their young. Stories include historical accounts and personal accounts from the author, his friends, and research associates. The book is filled with the author's photographs and illustrations from his many years spent studying the Northern Goshawk in all seasons. Nº de ref. del artículo: LU-9780764349904
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Librería: Rarewaves.com USA, London, LONDO, Reino Unido
Hardback. Condición: New. Learn about the habits and habitat of the Northern Goshawk, a fierce bird of prey that nests in the boreal forests far from human habitation. This hawk, about the size of a Common Raven, is capable of catching and killing large birds such as geese and grouse, and animals such as rabbits and hares. The Northern Goshawk is notorious for attacking anything, including people, that come close to its nest or young. Read firsthand accounts of this species' fearless hunting prowess. Learn about plucking posts--the place where goshawks dismantle their prey before delivering it to their young. Stories include historical accounts and personal accounts from the author, his friends, and research associates. The book is filled with the author's photographs and illustrations from his many years spent studying the Northern Goshawk in all seasons. Nº de ref. del artículo: LU-9780764349904
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Librería: Kennys Bookshop and Art Galleries Ltd., Galway, GY, Irlanda
Condición: New. Num Pages: 112 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: WNCB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 279 x 215. . . 2015. 1st Edition. Hardcover. . . . . Nº de ref. del artículo: V9780764349904
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Librería: Calluna Books, Morpeth, Reino Unido
Hardcover. Condición: Fine. 1st Edition. Book - fine. Hardback - picture boards. Weight exceeds standard 1.0 kg rate - extra postage may be required for some overseas destinations. Nº de ref. del artículo: 007745
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Librería: Coch-y-Bonddu Books Ltd, MACHYNLLETH, Reino Unido
ALL UK PARCELS SENT TRACKED! ALL OVERSEAS PARCELS SENT AIRMAIL, TRACKED! (New, Hardcover, 2016). 2016 1st edition. 4to (222 x 285mm). Pp112. Colour photographs, colour and b/w illustrations by the author, map, photograph end-papers. Laminated boards. Fine unread copy. "Learn about the habits and habitat of the Northern Goshawk, a fierce bird of prey that nests in the boreal forests far from human habitation. This hawk, about the size of a Common Raven, is capable of catching and killing large birds such as geese and grouse, and animals such as rabbits and hares. The Northern Goshawk is notorious for attacking anything, including people, that come close to its nest or young. Read firsthand accounts of this species' fearless hunting prowess. Learn about plucking posts - the place where goshawks dismantle their prey before delivering it to their young. Stories include historical accounts and personal accounts from the author, his friends, and research associates. The book is filled with the author's photographs and illustrations from his many years spent studying the Northern Goshawk in all seasons." Chapters include:- My first encounter; Anatomy; Distinguishing among the three accipters; What's in a name?; Habitat and territory size; Distribution; Vocalization; Courtship; Hunting and food habits; Plucking posts and pellets; Nest characteristics; Eggs and incubation; Nesting and nest defense; Nestlings; Fledgling and post-fledgling; Northern goshawks in fall and winter; Rehabilitation; Mortality and longevity; Predation by animals and other birds. A good, well-illustrated, natural history, based largely on American northern goshawks in Colorado. . Nº de ref. del artículo: 39974
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Librería: Kennys Bookstore, Olney, MD, Estados Unidos de America
Condición: New. Num Pages: 112 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: WNCB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 279 x 215. . . 2015. 1st Edition. Hardcover. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland. Nº de ref. del artículo: V9780764349904
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