Hummingbirds: A Celebration of Nature's Jewels

Glenn Bartley,Andy Swash

Hummingbirds: A Celebration of Nature's Jewels
Format
Hardback
Publisher
Princeton University Press
Country
United States
Published
1 December 2022
Pages
288
ISBN
9780691182124

Hummingbirds: A Celebration of Nature’s Jewels

Glenn Bartley,Andy Swash

A stunningly illustrated guide to the wonderful world of hummingbirds

With their glorious colours, glittering iridescence, astonishing powers of flight, and many characteristics unique in the world of birds, hummingbirds are extraordinary - true jewels of nature. This beautiful book is a celebration of all aspects of hummingbirds and their world. It features hundreds of the most spectacular photographs of hummingbirds ever taken, exquisite illustrations, and a lively, readable text that presents the latest scientific information and includes up-to-date details about every species.

A familiar sight across much of the Americas, hummingbirds have long captured the imagination and played an important part in myths, legends, and other aspects of human culture. Today, hummingbirds are among the most popular of all birds, sought after by serious and casual birders alike. They inspire questions in anyone lucky enough to see them. How can they fly like that? Why are they so colourful? How many are there? Where and how do they live? How do they survive? This book answers these and many other questions, providing an enlightening and enjoyable guide to hummingbirds that can only deepen their wonder.

‘You’ll be torn between lingering on one amazing image and flipping ahead to see what’s next…A riveting read that does more than adequate justice to its subjects.’ - David Callahan, BirdLife Magazine

‘A wonderfully detailed book, packed with well researched information that will both fascinate and educate the reader, as well as draw attention to the conservation challenges that many species now face…Engaging and informative subject matter and the glorious photography throughout.’ - Josh Jones, Birdwatch Magazine

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