The Bird: Its Form And Function (1906)

By William Beebe

Book Overview

""The Bird: Its Form and Function"" is a comprehensive book written by C. William Beebe in 1906. The book explores the anatomy, physiology, and behavior of birds, with a focus on their unique adaptations for flight. Beebe's detailed descriptions and illustrations provide a thorough understanding of the bird's skeletal structure, musculature, respiratory system, and nervous system. He also delves into the bird's senses, including vision, hearing, and touch, and how they are used in flight and foraging. The book also covers the bird's reproductive system, migration patterns, and social behavior. Overall, ""The Bird: Its Form and Function"" is an essential resource for anyone interested in the biology and ecology of birds.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1169353614
• ISBN13: 9781169353619
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 512 Pages
• Weight: 2.42 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 7.0" x 10.0"