Feathers: A Beautiful Look at a Bird's Most Unique Feature

Appreciate the Adornment of BirdsFeathers--possibly the most amazing body covering in the entire animal kingdom. No other...
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Author: Stan Tekiela
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Language: English
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Feathers: A Beautiful Look at a Bird's Most Unique Feature by Tekiela, Stan

Feathers: A Beautiful Look at a Bird's Most Unique Feature

CHF 22.42

Feathers: A Beautiful Look at a Bird's Most Unique Feature

CHF 22.42
Author: Stan Tekiela
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Appreciate the Adornment of Birds

Feathers--possibly the most amazing body covering in the entire animal kingdom. No other covering does all that feathers do. From the delicate down feathers that keep birds warm to the sturdy flight feathers that allow birds to soar, these marvelous structures are something to admire. This coffee table book is filled with stunning, incomparable photos, and it promises to delight as it walks you through the world of feathers.

Book Features:

  • More than 230 stunning, one-of-a-kind images of feathers and birds from across the United States.
  • Many fascinating facts, including how feathers keep tiny chickadees warm in winter, why Blue Jays aren't really blue and how the feathers of owls can help them hunt prey.
  • Information that will season your understanding of feathers and enhance your enjoyment of birds.

Everyone who celebrates nature will appreciate this beautiful, detailed look at feathers.

Author: Stan Tekiela
Publisher: Adventure Publications
Published: 05/07/2014
Pages: 128
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.04lbs
Size: 8.46h x 8.98w x 0.34d
ISBN: 9781591934936


Award: National Outdoor Book Awards - Honorable Mention

About the Author
Naturalist, wildlife photographer and writer Stan Tekiela is the originator of the popular state-specific field guide series. Stan has authored more than 190 educational books, including field guides, quick guides, nature books, children's books, playing cards and more, presenting many species of animals and plants. With a Bachelor of Science degree in Natural History from the University of Minnesota and as an active professional naturalist for more than 30 years, Stan studies and photographs wildlife throughout the United States and Canada. He has received various national and regional awards for his books and photographs. Also a well-known columnist and radio personality, his syndicated column appears in more than 25 newspapers, and his wildlife programs are broadcast on a number of Midwest radio stations. Stan can be followed on Facebook and Twitter.

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