The Encyclopedia of Birds is a six-volume set designed to introduce the
young reader to the fascinating world of birds. Birds, in all their
variety, from the forests of North America, to the beaches of South
America, to the mountains of Europe and the plains of Australia, share
certain common features of anatomy and physiology as well as habitat and
breeding. But there are also significant differences among the
populations as well as unique relationships in courtship routines, nest-
ing and life expectancy. In this reference work, the birds are arranged
alphabetically and appear in four-page spreads.
Each bird featured includes the following information:
- Order, family, genus and species
- Habitat
- Behavior
- Breeding
- Food and Feeding
- Distribution and Range
- Vital Statistics
- Creature Comparisons
In addition, fun facts or unusual information is
imparted in the “Did You Know?” box and sidebar information often
includes notes on conservation, relat- ed species, unusual behavior or
distinguishing features. An information panel in each section includes
vital statistics on weight, length, wingspan, sexual maturity, breeding
season, number of eggs, incubation period, fledging period, typical diet
and lifespan. Richly enhanced by full-color photographs as well as
drawings and labeled diagrams, this wide-ranging set will be sure to
fascinate and entertain bird lovers of all ages.
