Manual of Ornithology: Avian Structure and Function

by Noble S. Proctor, Patrick J. Lynch

This book—a visual guide to the structure and anatomy of birds—is one of the most heavily illustrated ornithology references ever written. A concise atlas of anatomy, it contains more than 200 specially prepared accurate and clear drawings that include material never illustrated before. The text is as informative as the drawings; written at a level appropriate to undergraduate students and to bird lovers in general, it discusses why birds look and act the way they do.

Designed to supplement a basic ornithology textbook, the Manual of Ornithology covers systematics and evolution, topography, feathers and flight, the skeleton and musculature, and the digestive, circulatory, respiratory, excretory, reproductive, sensory, and nervous systems of birds, as well as field techniques for watching and studying birds. Each chapter concludes with a list of key references for the topic covered, with a comprehensive bibliography at the end of the volume. The book will be a guide and reference for every level of bird study—a basic tool for investigation for anyone curious about the fascinating world of birds.

Genres: Birds, Reference, Ornithology, Nature, Science, Nonfiction, Animals

352 pages, Paperback

First published February 24, 1993

Reviews

[Tilly · Rating 4 out of 5]

4 Stars

A really good book for those more interested in birds and wanting to learn more than the basics.
It is a textbook and has questions to take along the way if wanted.

[Jonathan · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a college course book, or at least reads like one. Will introduce you to the fundamentals of bird physiology, not necessarily behavior. Read this as an introductory book if you want to have a THOROUGH UNDERSTANDING of birds, not just become Joe Bird-Watcher.

[Sarah Hackenberg · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great read to lean everything in the world about birbs.

[Calei Johnson · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good info, just felt like it could use some updating. Normally wouldn't have minded except this was required for a class.

[Mackenzie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very comprehensive guide to avian anatomy and it's function

[Anthony Günther · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beautiful text

[Jennifer Dudley · Rating 5 out of 5]

EXCELLENT resource to learn basic avian and more advanced ornithology and biology. The illustrations, charts, and lists support and enhance the written information. I have read through the entire book and refer to it nearly every day to assist me in my work. Pages are starting to fall out due to my constant use of this book!

[Steph · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fantastic source! A great supplement to lab.