Birds of the National Parks in Hawaii by William W. Dunmire
"Birds of the National Parks in Hawaii" by William W. Dunmire is a scientific publication written in the early 1960s. The book focuses on the diverse avian species found in Hawaii’s national parks, particularly Hawaii Volcanoes and Haleakala National Parks. It highlights the unique native bird populations that have evolved in isolation over millions of years and discusses the challenges they face from habitat loss and introduced species. The book provides anextensive overview of birdlife in Hawaii, detailing 32 specific species, including endemic varieties like the Hawaiian honeycreepers, as well as migratory and introduced birds. It outlines their habits, habitats, and conservation statuses while emphasizing the ecological importance of the national parks as safe havens for these birds. The text serves as a practical guide for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts, combining beautiful illustrations with informative descriptions to facilitate the identification and appreciation of Hawaii’s unique avifauna. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Dunmire, William W., 1930- |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Walker, Ronald L. |
| LoC No. | 62044472 |
| Title | Birds of the National Parks in Hawaii |
| Note | Reading ease score: 62.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Stephen Hutcheson and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QL: Science: Zoology |
| Subject | Birds -- Hawaii |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 59398 |
| Release Date | May 1, 2019 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 106 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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