{"product_id":"9788413564883","title":"AQUATIC BIRDS: SWIMMERS, RAILS, GULLS AND TERNS OF THE WETLANDS OF CA","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSWIMMING WATERBIRDS: RAILS, GULLS, AND TERNS OF THE WETLANDS OF CA\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis field miniguide, illustrated in full color by Toni Llobet, is a practical and visual tool for identifying the swimming waterbirds that inhabit the country's wetlands. The volume covers everything from anatids (swans, geese, and ducks) to gulls, terns, grebes, cormorants, divers, rails, and marsh terns. With detailed drawings that include juvenile, breeding, and winter plumages, as well as precise icons for habitat, abundance, and phenology, the reader will have a complete guide to ensure no species is missed during observation outings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book focuses on the practical identification of swimming waterbirds present in wetlands, an intuitive distinction that groups together very colorful and accessible species. Through careful illustrations, adult specimens are shown, as well as variations in juvenile, breeding, and winter plumage, and differences between sexes when relevant. Icons accompany each species to indicate its preferred habitat, relative abundance, and phenology (when and where it is most likely to be found). Descriptive texts highlight the distinctive features of each bird and offer clues about locations and typical seasons for rarer species. This guide is complementary to the one on wading waterbirds and small birds, and it excludes pelagic birds (such as shearwaters or gannets), which are covered in another specific miniguide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain Topics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eVisual identification of swimming waterbirds: anatids, gulls, terns, grebes, cormorants, divers, and rails.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePlumage variations based on age, time of year, and sex.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eHabitat, abundance, and phenology of each species in the wetlands.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePractical keys for field identification, including rare species and their typical locations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis miniguide is designed for amateur and expert ornithologists, birdwatchers visiting wetlands, naturalists, and anyone interested in the practical and quick identification of the country's aquatic fauna. It is especially useful for those seeking a lightweight and visual field tool, without excessive technicalities, to accompany observation outings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eFacilitates visual identification thanks to detailed illustrations showing juvenile, breeding, and winter plumages.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eOffers precise information on habitat, abundance, and phenology through clear and intuitive icons.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes concrete indications on places and times to find rare species, improving the effectiveness of field trips.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eComplements the miniguide on wading waterbirds, offering complete coverage of the wetlands.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e COPETE, JOSE LUIS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e COSSET·NIA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e cat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eTopic:\u003c\/strong\u003e FAUNA: BIRDS AND BIRD WATCHING\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollection:\u003c\/strong\u003e FIELD MINIGUIDE\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date:\u003c\/strong\u003e May 2025\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 32 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial Review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA well-designed field miniguide that combines high-quality illustrations with practical and visual information. The inclusion of juvenile, breeding, and winter plumages, together with habitat and phenology icons, makes it a useful tool for both novice birders and experienced observers. Its lightness (32 g) and its focus on specific wetland species make it ideal for taking into the field without complications. A perfect complement to the publisher's miniguide collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"COSSET·NIA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53405089202523,"sku":"9788413564883","price":7.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978841356488.jpg?v=1781823016","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788413564883","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}