by Claudia Martin (Author)
Set off on an extraordinary tour of the world of birds - from powerful eagles and flocking flamingos, to beautiful hummingbirds and clever corvids. This comprehensive visual encyclopedia brings together cutting-edge knowledge and awe-inspiring ideas with clarity and accuracy. Learn about an osprey's natural swimming goggles, how gentoo penguins can recognize the calls of their own chicks and how birds evolved from feathered dinosaurs. Children's Encyclopedia of Birds includes stunning photography of many bird species, pointing out their vibrant plumage and distinctive characteristics. Alongside these pictures are amazing facts about their anatomy and behavior. Perfect for children working on a school project, or simply those bonkers about birds, this encyclopedia is a brilliant guide for kids aged 8+.
ABOUT THE SERIES: Arcturus Children's Reference Library uses stunning photography, fabulous facts and useful diagrams to introduce a variety of subjects - from the animal kingdom to space. Great to dip into, these reference guides are a staple for any child's bookshelf.
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Claudia Martin is a highly respected author of non-fiction for children and young adults, with an exceptional talent for making complex ideas accessible. She specializes in the subjects of geography, science, and the natural world. Her books have been translated into 14 languages and have sold over a quarter of a million copies. She lives in London.
Helen Giles (consultant) is an astronomer with a PhD from the Observatoire de Genève in Switzerland. She is a Fellow of the Royal Astronomical Society, a Member of the European Astronomical Society, and an expert in the study of starspot photometric signatures and the hunting of extrasolar planets.