Birds of the Rockies by Leander S. Keyser
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| Author | Keyser, Leander S. (Leander Sylvester), 1856-1937 |
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| Title | Birds of the Rockies |
| Note | Reading ease score: 64.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Chris Curnow, Joseph Cooper, Leonard Johnson, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Summary | "Birds of the Rockies" by Leander S. Keyser is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This work offers an in-depth exploration of the bird species that inhabit the Rocky Mountain region, highlighting their unique adaptations to varying altitudes and climates. The book serves as both a field guide and an observational study, offering insights into the migratory behaviors, breeding patterns, and identification of birds specific to Colorado and surrounding areas. The opening of the book presents the author's aspirations and methods for studying the avian life across the Rocky Mountains, emphasizing a fascination with both the unique species found at different elevations and the migratory patterns that differ from those of eastern North America. Keyser describes encounters with various birds, such as the white-crowned sparrow and western robin, while also discussing the influence of altitude on their habitats and behaviors. The narration combines personal anecdotes with scientific observations, creating an engaging introduction to the rich ornithological tapestry of the Rockies. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QL: Science: Zoology |
| Subject | Birds |
| Subject | Birds -- Colorado |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 25973 |
| Release Date | Jul 5, 2008 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 3, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 206 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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