"This illustrated book vividly depicts the most threatened birds on Earth. It provides up-to-date information from BirdLife International on the threats each species faces, and the measures being taken to save them. Today, 590 birds species are classified as Endangered or Critically Endangered, or now only exist in captivity. This landmark publication features stunning photographs of 515 of these species--including the results of a prestigious international...

Provides a personal look at various species of fresh- and saltwater birds, including loons and grebes, mergansers, mallards, wood ducks, Canada geese, gulls, and herons.

Combines popular science with personal anecdotes as the author describes her encounters with a range of avian personalities from various parts of the world.

"A heavily designed and stunning look at the many birds of the sky--perfect for fans of Botanicum"-- Provided by publisher.

"Help! The Angry Birds have lost their precious eggs - and they need YOU to find them. Scattered across the globe, you'll have to search the grasslands of Africa, the roaring seven seas, dense rainforests, Australian outback and chilling polar arctic. How, do you ask, will I do it? With the help of your favorite Angry Birds characters readers learn about five different habitats by pairing the eggs found throughout the book with their original region....

A study of the birds of the world profiles more than 1,500 avian species, photographed in their native environment and features information on bird behavior and life cycles, prime bird-watching locations, and facts about conservation.

A tribute to the world of birds celebrates their diversity, behavior, and role in inspiring the imagination.

Narrated by David Tennant, this documentary focusing on the flight of birds was filmed over four years and forty countries with help from camera-carrying birds, drones, paragliders and remote-control microflight planes.

A simple introduction to the world of birds.