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A History of North American Birds: Land Birds: Vol. 2 of 3
by Baird, Spencer Fullerton, Brewer, T. M. (Thomas Mayo), Ridgway, Robert
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Creators: Spencer Fullerton Baird (1823-1887), T. M. Brewer (1814-1880), and Robert Ridgway (1850-1929) "A History of North American Birds; Land Birds; Vol. 2 of 3" by S. F. Baird, T. M. Brewer, and R. Ridgway is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. This work is the second volume in a comprehensive series focused on the various bird species found across North America, specifically concentrating on land birds. The volume likely provides detailed descriptions of multiple bird families, their characteristics, habitats, and behaviors, appealing to ornithologists and bird enthusiasts alike. The opening of this volume presents an organized structure that highlights the families of North American birds, with detailed scientific classifications and notes on various species, such as the Finches and Sparrows. It includes intricate descriptions of physical characteristics, behaviors, and habitats, supported by illustrations and systematic categorizations. The initial portions focus on specific genera and species, detailing their morphology and nesting habits, while setting a foundation for further exploration of avian diversity in subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Reading Level: Reading ease score: 73.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. Rights: Public domain in the USA. Downloads: 1118