02482cam a22003733u 4500 65222 UtSlPG 20260610134515.0 m cr n 260607r2021||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 QL SK Lincoln, Frederick Charles, 1892-1960 Migration of Birds (1979) Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2021 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Circular (U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service), 16. Release date is 2021-05-01 Tom Cosmas from materials made available on The Internet Archive. "Migration of Birds" by Frederick Charles Lincoln and Steven R. Peterson is a scientific publication written in the late 20th century. This work serves as a comprehensive resource on avian migration, detailing both the physiological and behavioral aspects of this natural phenomenon. The text explores how and why birds migrate, the techniques employed to study these movements, and the implications for conservation and management of bird populations as they traverse vast distances in changing seasons. The opening of the book sets the stage for exploring the fascinating world of bird migrations, introducing the topic by highlighting the unique mobility of birds compared to other creatures. The preface discusses the historical context of the work, noting its popularity and significance since its original publication in the 1930s. It emphasizes the value of understanding bird migration not only for ecological reasons but also for their historical and cultural significance across human societies. The introduction hints at the gravity of bird migration as a regular seasonal phenomenon that is tightly interwoven with environmental changes, showcasing the intricate adaptations that allow different species to thrive in diverse habitats across the globe. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Birds Birds -- Migration Peterson, Steven R. Anastasi, Peter A. Hines, Bob, 1912-1994 Circular (U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service), 16. https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/65222 106045 106045