The Audubon Society Encyclopedia of North American Birds

by John K. Terres

378 Members 3 Reviews (3.82)

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Nearly 6000 alphabetical entries and cross-references provide information on the life histories of 847 birds.

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Canonical title: The Audubon Society Encyclopedia of North American Birds

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Genres: Science & Nature, Nonfiction, Reference, General Nonfiction
DDC/MDS: 598.297 — Natural sciences & mathematics Animals Birds Birds: Aves
LCC: QL681 .T43 — Science Zoology Zoology Chordates. Vertebrates Birds
BISAC: NAT NATURE Birdwatching Guides

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Languages: English
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by John K. Terres

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