02210cam a22003133u 4500 57450 UtSlPG 20260610134326.0 m cr n 260607r2018||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 QL Brehm, Alfred Edmund, 1829-1884 Cassell's book of birds; vol. 2 Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2018 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2018-07-05 E-text prepared by Jane Robins and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (https://archive.org) "Cassell's Book of Birds; Vol. 2" by Alfred Edmund Brehm is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. This volume forms part of a comprehensive collection dedicated to the study and description of various bird species, particularly focusing on different families of birds of prey, including hawks, eagles, and owls. The book is rich in detail about the anatomy, behavior, and habitats of these birds, aiding ornithologists and enthusiasts alike in understanding avian life. The opening of the book begins with a detailed introduction to hawks, outlining their physical attributes and behaviors. Brehm describes the characteristics that distinguish hawks from their relatives, such as falcons, emphasizing their unique plumage and adaptability. He introduces specific species, including the Laughing Hawk and Sparrow Hawk, detailing their habitats, hunting techniques, and nesting behaviors. This section offers a blend of descriptive natural history and engaging anecdotes about the hawks' lives, setting the stage for further exploration of various bird families throughout the volume. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Birds Jones, Thomas Rymer, 1810-1880 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/57450 98281 98281