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Publication Date: 30/06/2010
Many scientific bird names describe a bird's habits, habitat,distribution or a plumage feature, while others are named after theirdiscoverers or in honour of prominent ornithologists. Thisextraordinary work of reference lists the generic and specific name foralmost every species of bird in the world and gives its meaning andderivation. In the case of eponyms brief biographical details areprovided for each of the personalities commemorated in the scientificnames. This fascinating book is an outstanding source of informationwhich will both educate and inform, and may even help to understandbirds better.
- ISBN:
- 9781408133262
- 9781408133262
- Category:
- Reference works
- Format:
- Electronic book text
- Publication Date:
- 30-06-2010
- Publisher:
- Bloomsbury Publishing
- Pages:
- 432
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