Birds of Europe, Second Edition {Comments Off}
The new (second) edition of the Birds of Europe is a must have guide for anyone interested in the birdlife of this geographic area.
Reviews
Well-read Naturalist Book and Optic Reviews in New Bird Watcher’s Digest {Comments Off}
The November / December 2011 edition of Bird Watcher’s Digest is now available and contains not one but two Well-read Naturalist produced book reviews as well as a “Well-equipped Birder” review.
The Peregrine, The Hill of Summer, and Diaries {Comments Off}
Should you wish to identify a Peregrine Falcon (Falco peregrinus) you would most certainly consult a field guide. Should you wish to know a bit more about what ornithologists have discovered concerning this species, a life history or ornithological monograph about them would be your best bet. However if you wish to discover what makes [...]
The Butterfly Isles {Comments Off}
“Delightful!” That was the very first word I uttered upon closing the back cover of Patrick Barkham’s The Butterfly Isles; A Summer in Search of Our Emperors and Admirals.
Biggest Twitch Review in Bird Watcher’s Digest {Comments Off}
The Well-read Naturalist’s review of The Biggest Twitch: Around the World in 4,000 Birds by Alan Davies and Ruth Miller is included in the present edition of Bird Watcher’s Digest.
Kraken {Comments Off}
When it comes to the stuff of both legends and nightmares, cephalopods – particularly those of prodigious size within the orders that encompass octopi and squid – have historically figured prominently. However when the legends and tales are put aside, the truth pertaining to these little understood creatures is far more marvelous and fascinating than the imaginations of the finest writers of science fiction or fantasy novels could possibly produce.
The Twelve Natural History Books of Christmas – Book Twelve: The Green Bible {Comments Off}
It is too often forgotten that some of the world’s greatest naturalists were also devoutly religious. Charles Darwin himself studied to be a clergyman prior to his sailing on the H.M. S. Beagle.
The Twelve Natural History Books of Christmas – Book Eleven: The Hedgehog’s Dilemma {Comments Off}
Hedgehogs have long captivated humans with their small size, curious natures, clever behavior, and “wind-up toy” manner of walking; hence their dilemma.