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A Parrot Without a Name: The Search for the Last Unknown Birds on Earth Hardcover – May 26, 1990

by Don Stap (Author)
4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 13 ratings
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Describes the work of two ornithologists, John O'Neill and Ted Parker, searching for unidentified species of birds in the rain forests of Peru
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  1. Print length
    239 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Knopf
  4. Publication date
    May 26, 1990
  5. Dimensions
    6 x 1 x 8.75 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    0394555961
  7. ISBN-13
    978-0394555966
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The rain forest of Peruvian Amazonia is the ultimate place for bird studies; Peru, with 1700 known species, contains the richest avifauna on earth. Poet-naturalist Stap had the good fortune to accompany John O'Neil, who has identified more new species than any other ornithologist, and Ted Parker, who is regarded as the foremost authority on Peruvian birds, on two expeditions into a wilderness where scientists had never been before. Reaching the study site was an adventure in itself, but there is more. Stap profiles O'Neill and Parker, and gives us a fine picture of ornithologists in the field. He explains the necessity of killing birds for taxonomic studies. The expedition discovered a new small parrot, hence the title. This book will have strong appeal to birders and readers who thirst for adventure. Macmillan Book Club alternate.
Copyright 1990 Reed Business Information, Inc.

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One might think that all the world's birds must have been spotted already, but new species keep appearing, particularly in the Amazon Basin. Louisiana State University ornithologist John O'Neill, for example, has described 12 new species since 1963. Amateur birder Stap analyzes the work of O'Neill and his frequent collaborator, Ted Parker, realistically presenting both the rewards and frustrations of zoological field work today. Much of the book is a fascinating firsthand account of an expedition to Peru which the author joined for several weeks in June 1987, the climax of which was the discovery of the new parrot species of the title. Frank, informative, and sometimes disturbing, this is a good choice for popular science collections. Macmillan Book Clubs alternate selection.
- Paul B. Cors, Univ. of Wyoming Lib., Laramie
Copyright 1990 Reed Business Information, Inc.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Knopf; First Edition (May 26, 1990)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 239 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0394555961
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0394555966
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 1 x 8.75 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 13 ratings

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Richard
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful read to a land most of us will never get to.
Reviewed in the United States on September 5, 2013
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It is a facinating journey into another world from our own, and gives one an excellent glimpse into what dedicated ornithologists were up against doing and during their research. Since I went on a trip to southern Brazil with Ted Parker before his demise in a plane crash, I specifically liked the part in the book about Ted.
The book is well written, and I must say, kept me interested throughout!
I would definitely recommend it and give it 5 stars.
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René Santos
4.0 out of 5 stars I really liked it
Reviewed in the United States on February 6, 2014
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I liked because it came in one piece and in fairly good conditions. Yes, I do recommend this book for everyone who likes true adveturous stories.
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Ellie
5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent purchase from a very reliabale seller!
Reviewed in the United States on October 6, 2012
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The book is a must read for anyone who is a birder/ornithologist/nature lover. It is one of the best purchases I have ever made. Highly recomended. I am also highly satisfied with the seller and the product which was an excellent condition since I bought a used one.
Thank you.

Ellie
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Tigger
5.0 out of 5 stars I enjoy non-fiction, am a birder and like to travel
Reviewed in the United States on July 3, 2014
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Exactly what I wanted to read. I enjoy non-fiction, am a birder and like to travel. I t was about an adventure in the tropics. The sort of trip I will only be able to take by reading books,
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MILTON H. BEVIS
5.0 out of 5 stars MY FAVORITE BOOK
Reviewed in the United States on June 6, 2011
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THIS IS A VERY DIFFICULT BOOK TO FIND.I WAS SO PLEASED TO RECEIVE IT IN SUCH GOOD SHAPE. I KNOW PEOPLE WHO FRIENDS WITH THE GIFTED TED PARKER...AN AMAZING STORY YOU WILL NEVER FORGET,,
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Tim F. Martin
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book about the frontiers of ornithology
Reviewed in the United States on March 1, 2001
Anyone who thinks all the vertebrates of this world have been discovered and described should think again. This book chronicles the work of ornithologists in the mountains and jungles of Peru and elsewhere in South America as they hunt for new and often exotic bird species. Focusing mainly on the work of LSU ornithologists and in particular the accomplished John O'Neill, it provides a first hand view of such expeditions, describes many of the new birds species found, shows how ornithologists work (it's not just bird-watching either), and provides interesting discussions on issues relating to taxonomy, scientific credibility, collecting specimens, conservation, neotropical ecology, evolution, and even South American politics. I highly recommend it.
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Edvaldo F Silva
5.0 out of 5 stars Avaliação
Reviewed in Brazil on August 26, 2022
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Atendeu ao fim esperado, excelente atendimento.
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