Isbn: 9780300087413 - albatrosses (4 Ergebnisse)

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. Immediate dispatch from Somerset. Nice book in great condition. Pages in excellent condition. Removable protective cover fitted. Hardcover. English. See images for condition. About the book >.>.> Albatrosses are long-lived seabirds which have long impressed those who travel the oceans, although this admiration has not prevented them from being killed in large numbers. They are famed for their supreme adap-tations to the marine environment, breeding on remote islands and spending most of their lives at sea flying immense distances. This is the first comparative account of the albatross family. It is based on personal experience and a comprehensive review of the literature. The book explores albatross natural history from a geographic point of view, arranging the birds in four groups for convenience. Albatross taxonomy is currently subject to some debate; traditionally, the family has comprised 13 species in two genera, but recently it has been proposed that 24 species in four genera should be recognised. Most species inhabit the Southern Ocean. The author describes the various forms within each group, their distribution and breeding biology, as well as com-parative treat.…

hardcover. 2000 First Edition. 448pp, hardback, Fine in Fine dw, signed dedication on the title page to Doug Allan, the well known natural history and polar photographer, from Lance Tickell. A collectable signed association copy. Albatrosses are long-lived seabirds which have long impressed those who travel the oceans. They are famed for their supreme adaptations to the marine environment, breeding on remote islands and spending most of their lives at sea flying immense distances. This book is a fantastic study of the albatross with immense academic detail and many maps, charts and diagrams. Glacier Books are experienced and professional booksellers. We take pride in offering carefully described books and excellent customer service.…

Hardcover. Zustand: Brand New. 448 pages. 9.50x7.50x1.50 inches. In Stock.

Hardcover. Zustand: Fine. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Fine. 448 pages in fine condition, including colour photographs, charts, maps, graphs. Blue cloth cover in fine condition. DJ in fine condition. FINE/FINE. Book.