This work on Arctic birds also draws in information on the history of ornithology and ornithologists in the Arctic, material on the Eskimo people, whaling in the region and conservation issues for the area. Particular birds examined in the Arctic context include the Gyrfalcon, Knots, Ross's Gull, geese, divers, Snowy Owls and more. The book closes with practical advice on how to visit the Arctic.
- ISBN10 1408136899
- ISBN13 9781408136898
- Publish Date 30 October 2010 (first published November 1991)
- Publish Status Active
- Publish Country GB
- Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
- Imprint Poyser
- Format eBook (EPUB)
- Pages 431
- Language English
- URL http://bloomsbury.com/