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Wauer, Roland Horst was born on March 22, 1934 in Idaho Falls, Idaho, United States. Son of Herman Horst and Adeline (Delaby) Wauer.
(1973 223 pages with illustrations. Original publication, ...)
1973 223 pages with illustrations. Original publication, not a modern reprint. Softbound, minor signs of use, text in very good condition
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( Something about Big Bend National Park draws visitors a...)
Something about Big Bend National Park draws visitors again and again. Maybe it's the spare beauty of the mountains and desert, the dawn chorus of birds, or the vivid stars in the velvet night. All of these things have made it Roland Wauer's favorite place. In this book, he shares his love of the Big Bend through journal entries that chronicle a year in the life of the park. Wauer worked as Chief Park Naturalist from 1966 to 1972 and has visited the park frequently ever since. His journal entries span these thirty years, providing not only a composite portrait of a typical year but also a clear sense of how the park's natural history has changed over three decades. He spices his account with anecdotes, often humorous, ranging from stumbling across a herd of javelinas to being trailed by a mountain lion in the dark to discovering new species of plants and animals. Few authors know the Big Bend as Roland Wauer does or have written about it in a more engaging way. This beautifully illustrated book is the perfect companion for a visit to the park, whether in person or by armchair.
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(Something about Big Bend National Park draws visitors aga...)
Something about Big Bend National Park draws visitors again and again. Maybe it's the spare beauty of the mountains and desert, the dawn chorus of birds, or the vivid stars in the velvet night. All of these things have made it Roland Wauer's favorite place. This book includes journal entries that chronicle a year in the life of the park.
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( The American Robin is North America's most widespread s...)
The American Robin is North America's most widespread songbird, with a range extending from Alaska, Canada, and Newfoundland to the highlands of Mexico and Guatemala. Its ruddy red breast and cheerful song have also made it one of our most beloved birds—as American as apple pie, as familiar a harbinger of spring as the first daffodil. Connecticut, Michigan, and Wisconsin have chosen the American Robin as their state bird, while a pair of robins grace the Canadian two dollar bill. In this book, Roland Wauer offers a complete natural history of the American Robin for a popular audience. Combining his own observations as a field naturalist with data gleaned from the scientific literature, he describes the American Robin from every angle—appearance and biology, distribution, behavior, life cycle, and enemies and threats. In addition, he explores the legends and lore surrounding robins and offers suggestions for attracting them to your yard.
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(Roland Wauer, who has recently retired from a 32-year car...)
Roland Wauer, who has recently retired from a 32-year career as a U.S. National Park Service interpreter, biologist, and Chief of Resource Management, shares personal anecdotes and his extensive knowledge of the habitats, habits, and identification of birds in these parks
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( The West Indies offer so much more than sun, sand, and ...)
The West Indies offer so much more than sun, sand, and shopping. This sweeping arc of islands, which runs from Cuba to Grenada and includes the Virgin Islands, teems with a rich diversity of plant and animal life. Up to 40 percent of the plants in some forests are found nowhere else on earth, while the West Indian flyway is a critical link in the migratory routes of many birds. In A Birder's West Indies, Roland Wauer takes you on an island-by-island journey of discovery. He describes the unique natural features of each island and recounts his often fascinating experiences in seeking out the nearly 400 species of birds known in the West Indies. His accounts give insight into the birds' habitats, status, and ecology and record some of the threats posed by human activities. For readers planning trips to the West Indies, Wauer also includes helpful, up-to-date facts about the best times to travel, the kinds of entry and customs systems to expect, the money exchange services available, and general information about weather, food, and accommodations. Filling a unique niche among current guides, A Birder's West Indies offers both professional ornithologists and avocational bird watchers a chance to compare notes and experiences with an expert observer. And for readers who haven't yet visited the islands, Wauer's fluid prose and lovely color photographs will be the next-best thing to being there—and an irresistible invitation to go.
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Wauer, Roland Horst was born on March 22, 1934 in Idaho Falls, Idaho, United States. Son of Herman Horst and Adeline (Delaby) Wauer.
Bachelor of Science in Wildlife Management, San Jose State University, 1957; Master of Science in Biological Science, Sul Ross State University, 1970.
Park naturalist Death Valley (California) National Monument, 1957-1963, Zion (Utah) National Park, 1963-1966. Chief park naturalist Big Bend (Texas) National Park, 1966-1972. Chief scientist Southwest Region National Park Service, Santa Fe, 1972-1979.
Chief division natural resources National Park Service, Washington, 1979-1983. Assistant superintendent Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Gatlinburg, Tennessee, 1983-1986. Resource specialist Caribbean National Park Service, St. Croix, 1986-1989.
Retired, since 1989
Member board National Academy of Sciences, 1989-1991. Board trustees National Parks and Conservation Association, since 1995.
( The American Robin is North America's most widespread s...)
( Where-to site guide to 200 of the best birding areas in...)
( Something about Big Bend National Park draws visitors a...)
(Something about Big Bend National Park draws visitors aga...)
(Roland Wauer, who has recently retired from a 32-year car...)
( The West Indies offer so much more than sun, sand, and ...)
(Birds of Big Bend National Park and Vicinity by Wauer, Ro...)
(1973 223 pages with illustrations. Original publication, ...)
(Book by Wauer, Roland H.)
(1994 387 pages. Softbound, minor edge wear, text in very ...)
(Brand New. In Stock. Will be shipped from US. Excellent C...)
Member George Wright Society, American Birding Association, Chihuahuan Desert Research Institute.
Married Betty Joe Newman, August 27, 1976. Children: Rebecca, Katrina, Susan, Stephan.