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The Megapodes: Megapodiidae (Bird Families Of The World),Used
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Beautifully Illustrated And Magnificently Comprehensive, The Megapodes Is The Most Authoritative Guide On The Subject Available. Distributed Over Australia, Papua New Guinea, Indonesia, The Philippines, The Nicobar Islands Of India, And Several Southwest Pacific Islands, The Megapodes Are Heavybodied Birds Of The Forest Floor (They Can Fly, But Move Mostly By Walking) Who Forage For Insects, Seeds, And Fallen Fruit. The Only Birds Known To Use External Heat Sources Rather Than Body Heat For Incubation, Their Young Emerge Fully Able To Fend For Themselves And Receive No Parental Care. The First Part Of The Book Provides An Overview Of The Family As A Whole; Describes Their Taxonomy, Distribution, Biology, And Behavior; And Focuses On The Physiological, Ecological, And Behavioral Adaptations That Have Resulted From Its Unique Incubation Technique. The Second Part Features 22 Species Accounts, Each Of Which Contains A Complete Description Of The Bird In Its Natural State. Each Account Is Based On The Best Literature Available, The Authors' Own Field Research, And Information Collected From The Distinguished Efforts Of The Megapode Specialist Group. Sonograms Are Included Where Possible. This Volumeas With Others In The Bird Families Of The World Serieswill Be Indispensable To Professional And Amateur Ornithologists Alike.Bird Families Of The World Is A New Multivolume Series Of Handbooks That Will Prove Indispensable To Both The Professional Scientist And The Evergrowing Body Of Amateur Ornithologists. Each Volume Will Provide A Comprehensive Synthesis Of Current Knowledge On One Bird Family Or Several Related Families. In Each Book The Reader Will Find: Six To Nine General Chapters On The Biology, Feeding Ecology, Breeding Behavior, Evolutionary Relationships, And Conservation Of Birds In The Family; Specially Commissioned Color Plates By A Leading Artist; Blackandwhite Illustrations Of Anatomy And Behavior; Descriptions Of Each Species That Cover Appearance, Weight, Measurements, Field Characters, Voice, Habitat, Food, Breeding Behavior, Life Cycle, Range, And Status (With Distribution Map). They Will Provide The Most Comprehensive And Uptodate Specieslevel Information Available.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'The Megapodes: MegaPodiidae' about? A: The Megapodes is a comprehensive guide covering the Megapodiidae family of birds, detailing their taxonomy, distribution, biology, and unique incubation behavior, along with accounts of 22 species.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book has a total of 282 pages.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The book is authored by Darryl N. Jones.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is bound in hardcover.
- Q: When was 'The Megapodes' published? A: The book was published on October 19, 1995.
- Q: Is this book suitable for amateur birdwatchers? A: Yes, the book is designed to be accessible for both professional ornithologists and amateur birdwatchers.
- Q: What kind of illustrations are included in the book? A: The book features specially commissioned color plates and black-and-white illustrations of anatomy and behavior.
- Q: Does the book include species accounts? A: Yes, it includes detailed accounts of 22 species, covering their natural state and relevant literature.
- Q: What topics are covered in the general chapters of the book? A: The general chapters cover biology, feeding ecology, breeding behavior, evolutionary relationships, and conservation of the Megapode family.
- Q: Is there any information on conservation in the book? A: Yes, the book discusses conservation aspects related to the Megapodes as part of its comprehensive coverage.