Hines, Bob,  1912-1994 <br/><br/>
Ducks at a Distance: A Waterfowl Identification Guide 

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<br/><br/> Release date is 2006-07-21 
<br/><br/>Identification is Important<br/>What to Look For<br/>Eclipse Plumage<br/>Species Identification:<br/><br/>    Puddle Ducks<br/>    Mallard<br/>    Pintail<br/>    Gadwall<br/>    Wigeon<br/>    Shoveler<br/>    Blue-Winged Teal<br/>    Cinnamon Teal<br/>    Green-Winged Teal<br/>    Wood Duck<br/>    Black Duck<br/>    Diving Ducks<br/>    Canvasback<br/>    Redheads<br/>    Ringneck<br/>    Scaup<br/>    Goldeneye<br/>    Bufflehead<br/>    Ruddy<br/>    Red-Breasted Merganser<br/>    Common Merganser<br/>    Hooded Merganser<br/>    Whistling Ducks<br/>    White-Winged Scoter<br/>    Surf Scoter<br/>    Black Scoter<br/>    Common Eider<br/>    Oldsquaw<br/>    Harlequin<br/>    Swans<br/>    Canada Geese<br/>    Brant<br/>    Snow<br/>    White-Fronted Geese<br/><br/>At a Glance Guide<br/>Comparative Sizes Of Waterfowl<br/>Wetlands Attract Wildlife<br/>Administrative Waterfowl Flyways 
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<br/><br/> "Ducks at a Distance: A Waterfowl Identification Guide" by Bob Hines is a scientific publication written in the late 20th century. This guide serves as an essential tool for birdwatchers and hunters, focusing on the identification of a variety of waterfowl seen in North America. It thoroughly covers the various species, their characteristics, and behaviors, facilitating appreciation and understanding of these birds in their natural habitats.  The book offers detailed descriptions of numerous waterfowl species, categorized into puddle ducks, diving ducks, and geese. Each section outlines identifying features such as size, plumage patterns, and flight characteristics, including calls and behaviors during migration. Hines emphasizes the importance of proper identification, not only for enjoyment but also to support conservation efforts by distinguishing protected and plentiful species from those that are scarce. Additionally, the guide discusses the habitats favored by different species and introduces the concept of flyways, which are crucial for understanding their migratory patterns. Overall, this publication is a comprehensive resource for anyone interested in waterfowl identification and conservation. (This is an automatically generated summary.) 
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<br/><br/><label>Subjects--Index Terms: </label>Birds Ducks Waterfowl Anatidae Ducks -- United States -- Identification Ducks -- Canada -- Identification 
<br/><br/><label>LC Class. No.: </label>QL