Keith L. Bildstein
Vultures of the World: Essential Ecology and Conservation
Vultures of the World: Essential Ecology and Conservation
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Keith L. Bildstein's Vultures of the World explores the fascinating world of vultures and condors, highlighting their ecological importance and vulnerability to human actions. With over 23 species found on five continents, vultures are essential for cleaning up natural and man-made organic waste and recycling ecologically essential elements. However, their adaptions can also make them vulnerable to human activities.
Format: Hardback
Length: 256 pages
Publication date: 15 March 2022
Publisher: Cornell University Press
Keith L. Bildstein's captivating book, "Vultures of the World," delves into the fascinating world of vultures and condors, aiming to enhance our understanding of these widely recognized yet underappreciated birds. Drawing from decades of personal experience, numerous case studies, and cutting-edge scientific examples, Bildstein's latest work is a captivating and long overdue blend of all things vulture. These remarkable birds, as the most proficient scavengers among vertebrates, not only play a crucial role in cleaning up natural and man-made organic waste but also contribute to the recycling of ecologically essential elements, ensuring the successful functioning of ecosystems across generations of organisms. With a distribution spanning over three-quarters of all land on five continents, the world's twenty-three species of scavenging birds of prey represent a remarkable example of biological diversity. Among these, the most abundant large raptors, some of the longest-lived birds, and the most massive soaring birds are included. With a fossil record dating back over fifty million years, vultures and condors possess numerous adaptations that have served them well but have also made them vulnerable to human actions. "Vultures of the World" provides a comprehensive global treatment of vultures, offering valuable insights into how to best protect these birds and their vital ecosystems.
Weight: 486g
Dimension: 161 x 236 x 26 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781501761614
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