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Extinct Birds Hardcover – January 1, 1988

by Errol Fuller (Author)
4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 25 ratings
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Shows and describes what is known about extinct species of waterfowl, rails, gulls, pigeons, parrots, cuckoos, owls, and perching birds
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  1. Print length
    256 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Facts on File
  4. Publication date
    January 1, 1988
  5. ISBN-10
    0816018332
  6. ISBN-13
    978-0816018338
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In this well-researched study, artist Fuller gathers information about the 75 species of birds that have vanished since 1600. Organized by families, the book describes each species, its habitat and distribution; there are firsthand accounts of sightings by early travelers, a record of the last sighting and probable cause of extinction. Some of the birds are familiarthe heath hen, passenger pigeon, dodo and great auk; mosquitoes and rats from ships brought destruction to certain island birds, and starving Japanese soldiers ate the last Wake Island rail during World War II. Although similiar material on extinct birds appeared in David Day's The Doomsday Book of Animals, the difference here is the magnificent illustrations. Fuller presents paintings and sketches that include 300 years of dodo illustrations, for example. This is a book that will interest professional and amateur birders alike.
Copyright 1988 Reed Business Information, Inc.

From Library Journal

The first book devoted solely to extinct birds since Walter Rothschild's classic Extinct Birds (1907), this new and attractive work has an enthusiastic preface by Rothschild's niece, Miriam, a famous naturalist in her own right. Its scope is wisely limited to the 75 birds known to have become extinct since 1600. Highly illustrated, with 59 color and 81 black-and-white illustrations, it boasts a detailed but interesting and well-written text, plus good referencing. Endangered species are included. With many island birds now threatened, and the extinction rates of all life forms escalating out of control in tropical forests, artist-naturalist Fuller's fine book is most welcome and germane. Henry T. Armistead, Thomas Jefferson Univ. Lib., Philadelphia
Copyright 1988 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Facts on File; First Edition (January 1, 1988)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 256 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0816018332
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0816018338
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.8 pounds
  • Customer Reviews:
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beautiful book with exquisite illustrations. (would definitely buy from this seller again. book arrived ahead of schedule and was packaged nicely.)
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How used? youask? To read and look at. It's a book.
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Beautiful book with lots of gorgeous illustrations and well written, interesting information about the various birds.
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2.0 out of 5 stars Library book
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This book had the library stamp and slip in the front. Bought a gift but was way mirr used than I thought.
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Beverley R. Enright
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful and informative
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I am so glad to be able to get this book. The illustrations are gorgeous, and the text is fascinating and spell-binding.
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edward
5.0 out of 5 stars great references.
Reviewed in the United States on October 9, 2013
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Very good book. Comprehensive good reference. lots of info on each species.well documented pictures are well done and show the history of each one
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William
4.0 out of 5 stars Good book on extinct birds
Reviewed in the United States on August 20, 2012
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Got it dirt cheap price, one of my hobbies is birdwatching and studying extinct bird species so got the book, I just wish it had more illustrations, but overall is a good read, excellent value, addition to my library.
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Amazing. Very detailed book. Highly recommended.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Exactly as seen.
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The book is as described honestly, a little worn on the page edges but otherwise perfect and a really good price. Thank you.
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