An Anthology of Exquisite Birds by Ben Hoare - DK Children's Anthologies - Ages 7-9 - Hardback

Details. Condition: BRAND NEW. Format: Hardback. ISBN: 9780241674963. Publisher: Dorling Kindersley (DK Children). Age Range: 7-9 years. Overview. Soar through the sky with Ben Hoare and discover some of the most exquisite birds on our planet in this stunning single-volume anthology. The seventh instalment in DK's bestselling Children's Anthologies series, this gift-quality hardback showcases more than 90 species in dazzling photographic detail. From hummingbirds to condors, owls to ostriches, young bird-lovers aged 7-9 will find a beautifully produced reference book that rewards repeated reading and sits proudly on any shelf.. About the Book. An Anthology of Exquisite Birds pairs striking wildlife photography with engaging, storybook-style descriptions that bring the avian world vividly to life. Children can marvel at the miniature bee hummingbird, which flaps its wings an astonishing 200 times a second, or the mysterious oilbird, which navigates pitch-black caves using echolocation. Each bird featured is accompanied by both a photograph and an illustration, giving readers a rounded sense of appearance, habitat, and behaviour. Dedicated features explore eggs, feathers, nests, and the remarkable range of adaptations birds have evolved to survive in habitats from frozen tundra to tropical rainforest. A detailed visual index at the back is packed with reference information for budding ornithologists, including the size and range of every species covered. As the seventh title in...