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A fascinating look at North America's famous natural spectacles
Bird migration captivates us. Where are the birds going? How far will they fly? How do they know when it's time to leave—and how will they know when to return? Stan Tekiela has been studying and photographing birds of North America for more than 30 years. Now, the award-winning author and naturalist presents his insightful observations about migration and showcases them with his amazing images in a one-of-a-kind coffee-table book.
Stan's photographs capture the birds as they migrate and depict behaviors that are sure to surprise and delight you, while the text makes for easy yet informative browsing. From the small, night-flying songbirds to the large, day-flying waterfowl and raptors, you'll develop a new appreciation for our incredible migrators in the United States and Canada.
Discover the wonders of birds and their incredible migratory voyages. Turn to any page and be amazed by Stan's lively and colorful photography of birds along their migratory routes.
Contents
The Mystery of Migration
Migration: The Genesis
A Winning Strategy for Survival
Not All Migration Is the Same
Complete Migrators—Birds You Can Count On
Short-Distance Migrators
Unpredictable Migrators
Birds That Stay Put
Nomadic Spontaneity
Fueling for the Trip
External and Internal Cues
Migratory Restlessness
Hormonal Response
Flight by Day or by Night
Perks of Flying at Night
Making Sense of Navigation
Learned Migration
Navigation Maps
Magnetic Compass Sensitivity
More Than One Sense, One Skill
Circadian Clock Schedule
Using the Stars en Route
Migratory Flyways
Winds and Drift
Flocks vs. Solo Flight
Elevation Challenges
Flight Speeds
Energy in Formations
Destinations, Start to Finish
Rest Stops and Stopovers
Rerouting for Weather
Reverse Migration
Out of Normal Range
Wintering Grounds
It's Not Easy
A Rhythm for Life
About the Author
