Parrots of the World
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Joseph M. Forshaw
Binding: Hardback
Published: Lansdowne Press, 1981
Condition:
Book: Very good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Parrots of the World presents a definitive ornithological reference that documents the global diversity of parrot species with scientific authority and visual elegance. The authors catalogue over 350 species and subspecies, detailing their morphology, distribution, habitat, and conservation status with precision. Cooper’s illustrations vividly capture plumage variations and flight patterns, enhancing field identification and comparative study. Forshaw argues for the ecological significance and vulnerability of parrots, positioning them as both biologically fascinating and increasingly endangered. This comprehensive volume stands as a cornerstone for avian scholars, collectors, and conservationists alike.
Author: Joseph M. Forshaw
Binding: Hardback
Published: Lansdowne Press, 1981
Condition:
Book: Very good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Parrots of the World presents a definitive ornithological reference that documents the global diversity of parrot species with scientific authority and visual elegance. The authors catalogue over 350 species and subspecies, detailing their morphology, distribution, habitat, and conservation status with precision. Cooper’s illustrations vividly capture plumage variations and flight patterns, enhancing field identification and comparative study. Forshaw argues for the ecological significance and vulnerability of parrots, positioning them as both biologically fascinating and increasingly endangered. This comprehensive volume stands as a cornerstone for avian scholars, collectors, and conservationists alike.