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GROUSE: THE NATURAL HISTORY OF BRITISH AND IRISH SPECIES (NN 107)

by Adam Watson; Robert Moss

Published by Collins. 1st. 2008

Fine condition in a slightly better than very good dustwrapper. New Naturalist no. 107. Fascinating insights into the natural history and biology of these birds, including aspects of their behaviour, the historical relevance of their names, the reasons behind population fluctuations and international conservation efforts. Green boards. Colour photos. Blue endpapers with repeating New Naturalist logo. xii and 529 pages including index.

A lovely copy. Rear panel of dustwrapper is lightly scuffed at edges. NOT faded to spine (as is often the case).

ISBN: 9780007150977
Stock no. 1829989

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Contents

  • 1. Grouse Worldwide
  • 2. Grouse Names
  • 3. Red Grouse and Willow Ptarmigan
  • 4. Ptarmigan
  • 5. Black Grouse
  • 6. Capercaillie
  • 7. Behaviour
  • 8. Snow-roosts
  • 9. Territory in Lagopus lagopus and Ptarmigan
  • 10. Plumage
  • 11. Habitat
  • 12. Nutrition
  • 13. Enemies
  • 14. Population Fluctuations
  • 15. Management and Conservation

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