The Birds of Australia, Vol. 4 of 7 by John Gould

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Author Gould, John, 1804-1881
Title The Birds of Australia, Vol. 4 of 7
Note Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Birds_of_Australia_(Gould)
Note Reading ease score: 61.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "The Birds of Australia, Vol. 4 of 7" by John Gould is a scientific publication written in the mid-19th century. The book serves as an extensive ornithological study, documenting various species of birds found across Australia, providing illustrations, detailed descriptions, and context about their habitats, behaviors, and physical characteristics. At the start of this volume, the author introduces several bird species, including the Noisy Pitta, Vigors' Pitta, and Rainbow Pitta, discussing their distinctive traits and the challenges in classifying them accurately. Gould provides insights into the habits and habitats of these birds, detailing their feeding behaviors, breeding practices, and physical descriptions, such as plumage colors and markings. The opening portion emphasizes the rich avian diversity of Australia, illustrating the profound interest and scientific inquiry surrounding its wildlife. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class QL: Science: Zoology
Subject Birds -- Australia -- Pictorial works
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EBook-No. 60833
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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