Chimney Swifts: America's Mysterious Birds above the Fireplace (Louise Lindsey Merrick Natural Environment Series)
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| Rating | : | 4.34 (962 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1585443719 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 152 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2015-02-16 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Authors Paul and Georgean Kyle have worked ceaselessly in an attempt to alter that trend. In Chimney Swifts, the Kyles share the knowledge they have gained, providing readers with an unprecedented peek into the secret life of these beneficial, insect-eating birds. From the curious sounds of baby swifts chattering in the chimney to the awe-inspiring sight of birds entering their roost at dusk, like smoke swirling back into the flue, Chimney Swifts have captured the imagination of many generations of North Americans. With a non-technical narrativ
This book will stand as the definitive volume on the species." . "With the publication of the Kyles' work we enter a new era of literature, research, and field work on the chimney swift
Kyle and Georgean Z. Participation across North America in this project has produced a growing number of people who are now constructing nesting towers and conducting Chimney Swift conservation projects in their own communities. The Kyles’ construction guide, ChimneySwiftTowers, is also available from Texas A&M University Press.. Pa
This book is filled with fascinating information about and remarkable photos of these amazing birds and is a fine resource for a G. Leslie I have chimney swifts that sometimes nest in my 18th century house's chimneys. This book is filled with fascinating information about and remarkable photos of these amazing birds and is a fine resource for anyone interested in them. The authors' dedication is most impressive.. Amazing book, written by a dedicated couple merrymousies 5 years ago we built our house and the builder (thankfully) forgot to put on a chimney cap. That was when I discovered chimney swifts and have enjoyed them in our chinmeny every year. I've been starved for details about these wonderful friends. When I saw that Paul and Georgean Kyle had written a book I *knew* this would be the book to . Excellent Swift Information Excellent information provided by knowledgable researchers and conservationists.