Wildfowl of the World

A complete account of the wildfowl of all countries, with information on their habits, habitats, and identification.

This book is perfect for those with a keen interest in birdwatching or wildfowl hunting. From the author's own unrivalled experience, it provides valuable information both for birdwatchers and the sportsman, while the general reader will appreciate its educational value. The text is copiously illustrated by 53 beautiful black and white photographs.

The chapters contained herein include:

• Swans and other Distinctive Wildfowl
• Geese, Whistlers and Sheldrakes
• Ordinary Surface-Feeding Ducks
• 'Diving Ducks

Many antique books such as this are increasingly rare and costly. This text has been elected for modern republication due to the timeless nature of the information contained within its pages, and we are proud to republish it complete with a new introduction to ornithology.

Author: Frank Finn
Publisher: Merz Press
Published: 08/11/2011
Pages: 220
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.63lbs
Size: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.50d
ISBN: 9781447421726

About the Author
Finn, Frank: - Frank Finn (1868 -1932) was an English ornithologist born in Maidstone. Finn was a prolific author of ornithology books. His works include How to Know the Indian Ducks (1901), Ornithological and other Oddities (1907), Eggs and Nests of British Birds (1910) and Indian Sporting Birds (1915). Finn was editor of The Zoologist during its last two years, from 1915 to 1916.