The Helm dictionary of scientific bird names : from aalge to zusii /

Many scientific bird names describe a bird's habits, habitat, distribution or a plumage feature, while others are named after their discoverers or in honour of prominent ornithologists. This extraordinary work of reference lists the generic and specific name for almost every species of bird in...

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Main Author: Jobling, James A.
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:English
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Published: London : Christopher Helm, 2010
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