Book

Bird / written by David Burnie.

Summary:

"Eyewitness Bird gives a detailed overview for kids aged 9+ of a fascinating animal species and will encourage them to spot the incredible birds on the wing around you. Using full-color photographs of different species, feathers, beaks, bird anatomy and their nests, children can immerse themselves in the world of these feathered creatures. Witness the breathtaking moment when a chick hatches from its egg and watch as the young birds grow in their nest to take their first flight. Discover record-breaking flights and amazing camouflage." -- Provided by publisher.

Record details

ISBN: 9780744092110
ISBN: 0744092116
ISBN: 9780744092103
ISBN: 0744092108
Physical Description: 72 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm.
Edition: Revised edition.
Publisher: New York : DK Publishing, 2024.
Copyright: ©2024

Content descriptions

General Note:

First published in 1988.

Includes index.

Formatted Contents Note:

From dinosaur to bird -- Anatomy -- The wing -- Maneuverability -- Speed and endurance -- Soaring, gliding, and hovering -- Tails -- The structure of feathers -- Feathers -- Wing feathers -- Down, body, and tail feathers -- Courtship -- Camouflage -- Feet and tracks -- The senses -- Beaks -- Plant- and invertebrate-eaters -- Hunters and fishers -- Pellets -- Making a nest -- Cup nests -- Unusual nests -- Eggs of waterbirds and waders -- Eggs of land birds -- Extraordinary eggs -- Hatching -- Growing up -- Attracting birds -- Watching birds -- Did you know? -- Identifying birds -- Find out more -- Glossary -- Index.