Allan illus Brooks / Ralph Hoffmann
Librería Samer Atenea
Kálamo Books
Librería Elías (Asturias)
Librería Kolima (Madrid)
Librería Proteo (Málaga)
'Birds of the Pacific States' is an essential and authoritative field guide dedicated to the diverse avian life found along the western coast of North America. Covering the states of California, Oregon, and Washington, this comprehensive volume provides detailed accounts of numerous species, ranging from coastal shorebirds to the mountain-dwelling raptors of the Sierras and Cascades.Written by Ralph Hoffmann, a distinguished naturalist, the work is designed to assist both the amateur birdwatcher and the professional ornithologist in identifying species through careful observation of field marks, habitat, and behavior. The text is famously enhanced by the exquisite illustrations of Allan Brooks, whose artistic precision brings each specimen to life, capturing the subtle nuances of plumage and posture that are critical for accurate identification.Each entry offers deep insights into the life histories of these birds, including their nesting habits, migration patterns, and unique vocalizations. As a classic piece of American natural history literature, 'Birds of the Pacific States' remains a vital resource for anyone interested in the ecological richness of the Pacific region. Its blend of scientific accuracy and accessible prose makes it a cornerstone for understanding the complex biodiversity of the western United States.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
