Birds Of Prey
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.
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
Few creatures command the sky with such authority as birds of prey — and Birds of Prey by Glenys and Derek Lloyd brings these magnificent raptors vividly to life in this beautifully illustrated volume from the Hamlyn all-colour paperbacks series. The book presents a comprehensive survey of the world's raptors, from the broad-winged buzzards drifting on thermal currents to the razor-sharp falcons in breathtaking stoop, detailing their anatomy, hunting strategies, habitats, and behaviour with accessible yet authoritative prose. Illustrations by Ken Lilly — rendered with meticulous naturalistic precision — capture the dynamism and splendour of each species, making identification both intuitive and rewarding. Beyond a straightforward field companion, the work argues for a deeper appreciation of these apex aerial predators, situating them within their ecological roles and illuminating the fragile balance they maintain within their environments. The Lloyds write with genuine passion and scientific rigour, making this volume as suitable for the seasoned ornithologist as it is for the curious newcomer. Whether you are scanning the skies above open moorland or simply seeking to understand one of nature's most compelling predator groups, this compact yet richly detailed guide will leave you with an enduring sense of wonder at the hunters of the air.
Author: Glenys And Derek Lloyd
Format: Paperback
Genre: Zoology
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
Few creatures command the sky with such authority as birds of prey — and Birds of Prey by Glenys and Derek Lloyd brings these magnificent raptors vividly to life in this beautifully illustrated volume from the Hamlyn all-colour paperbacks series. The book presents a comprehensive survey of the world's raptors, from the broad-winged buzzards drifting on thermal currents to the razor-sharp falcons in breathtaking stoop, detailing their anatomy, hunting strategies, habitats, and behaviour with accessible yet authoritative prose. Illustrations by Ken Lilly — rendered with meticulous naturalistic precision — capture the dynamism and splendour of each species, making identification both intuitive and rewarding. Beyond a straightforward field companion, the work argues for a deeper appreciation of these apex aerial predators, situating them within their ecological roles and illuminating the fragile balance they maintain within their environments. The Lloyds write with genuine passion and scientific rigour, making this volume as suitable for the seasoned ornithologist as it is for the curious newcomer. Whether you are scanning the skies above open moorland or simply seeking to understand one of nature's most compelling predator groups, this compact yet richly detailed guide will leave you with an enduring sense of wonder at the hunters of the air.