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Kushlan, James Anthony was born on October 11, 1947 in Cleveland.
(Some of the world's largest and most spectacular birds ar...)
Some of the world's largest and most spectacular birds are to be found among this group of wading birds. Tragically, they also include many of the world's most endangered species, as changes in land use erode their wetland habitats. Some, like the White stork, have lived alongside humans for hundreds of years and are well known from numerous scientific studies. Others, like the Storm's Stork and the Ibises of West Africa, South-East Asia and South America live so secluded a life in the remote corners of the globe that they will probably be extinct before even the most basic details of their biology are known. In this definitive monograph, three authors and two artists have combined their skills to capture what is known of these birds, and to picture them in beautiful paintings and photographs. The text opens with general chapters on taxonomy and feeding, and breeding behavior, following which, each species is dealt with in detail. Between them, the authors have personal experience of most of the species in five continents, and pay particular attention to documenting the current status of the threatened and rare species. Key Features * The most complete compilation available on this group of birds * Includes stunning color plates * Features magnificent portraits from renowned ornithological artists Alan Harris and David Quinn
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In this book, the only complete review of the world's herons currently in print, James Hancock distills his knowledge into a concise review of all 47 species and recognized subspecies. The text comprises a thumbnail sketch, including descriptions of the appearance, distribution, conservation status, feeding, and breeding ecology of each species. Over 150 wonderful color photographs, most by the author, show all the recognizable forms of each species, illustrating the variety and beauty of these birds. As a valuable reference and a fine photo collection, this book will find a place on the shelves of bird lovers everywhere.
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Kushlan, James Anthony was born on October 11, 1947 in Cleveland.
Bachelor of Science in Biology and Chemistry cum laude, University Miami, 1969. Master of Science in Biology, University Miami, 1972. Doctor of Philosophy in Biology, University Miami, 1974.
Doctor of Science (honorary), Thiel College, Greenville, Pennsylvania. Doctor of Science (honorary), John Cabot University, Rome, Italy.
Research biologist, unites states department of Interior, 1975-1984;
director center water resources studies, Texas Agricultural and Mechanical U., Commerce, 1986-1988;
associate professor biology, Texas Agricultural and Mechanical U., Commerce, 1984-1987;
professor biology, Texas Agricultural and Mechanical U., Commerce, 1987-1988;
professor biology, U. Mississippi, 1988-1998;
department chairman biology, U. Mississippi, 1988-1995;
director, Patuxent Wildlife Research Center, since 1995. Board directors Mississippi Nature Conservancy, 1991-1995, board directors, Wetlands International, The Netherlands. Board directors Wetlands International, Americas, Canada, Ornithological Union, Waterbird Society, Ornithological Council.
Policy county American Bird Conservancy P&M Frohring Foundation.
(In this book, the only complete review of the world's her...)
(Some of the world's largest and most spectacular birds ar...)
Member United Way Planning Council, Oxford, Mississippi, 1991-1992. Board directors Mississippi Nature Conservancy, 1991-1995, John Cabot University, 1990-2005, honorary trustee, since 2005, American Bird Conservancy, 1999-2005, North America Bird Conservation Initiative, since 2000, Waterbird Conservation for the American mathematical society, 1996, Tropical Audubon Society, 2005-2010, Hawk Mountain Sanctuary, 1998-2005, American Ornithologists Union, president, 2004-2005, Biscayne Nature Center, since 2008, president, since 2008, Waterbird Society, 1992-1998, Bahamas Environment Fund, since 2009, president since 2009, International Ornithological Committee. Board directors Friends the Everglades.
Chair Bird Conservation Alliance, 2002-2005. Chair Herons Specialist Group, since 1985. Member sci board Station Biology de la Tour du Valat, 1996-2006.
Fellow American Ornithologists' Union, member Society Wetland Scientist (life), American Rotary (chapter president 1987-1988), Sigma Xi (chapter president 1983-1984).
M. Paula Frohring; children: Kristin, Philip.