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RSPB Spotlight Crows Mike Unwin

RSPB Spotlight Crows By Mike Unwin

RSPB Spotlight Crows by Mike Unwin


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RSPB Spotlight Crows Summary

RSPB Spotlight Crows by Mike Unwin

From Ravens to Jackdaws and Choughs to Jays, crows are among some of Britain's most familiar, abundant and opinion-dividing birds. The UK's eight crow species all belong to the Corvidae family, and they have been deeply intertwined in our lives and culture since prehistoric times. Crows have long attracted a bad press. Reviled as scavengers, crop raiders and jewellery thieves, these birds - known to scientists as corvids - have often found themselves on the wrong end of a shotgun. Yet behind crows' supposed misdemeanours lies exceptional intelligence and resourcefulness, which both explain their success and have taught us much about animal behaviour. In Spotlight Crows, Mike Unwin introduces the UK's eight corvid species, outlining their fascinating natural history and offering essential identification tips. He also explores the mythology and folklore that have embedded these remarkable birds so deeply in our culture, from nursery rhymes to horror movies. The Spotlight series introduces readers to the lives and behaviour of our favourite animals with eye-catching colour photography and informative expert text.

About Mike Unwin

Mike Unwin is the author of more than 35 books for adults and children, including the RSPB Bird Encyclopedia, RSPB Spotlight Swifts and Swallows and Migration: Incredible Animal Journeys. A specialist in natural history and travel, he writes regularly for numerous publications, including The Independent, The Telegraph, BBC Wildlife and RSPB Nature's Home. Mike was voted UK Travel Writer of the Year 2013 by the British Guild of Travel Writers.

Table of Contents

Meet the Crows Ancestors and Relatives Am All-purpose Anatomy Ultimate Omnivores Crows at Home The Cycle of Life Intelligence and Communication Crows and People Glossary Further Reading and Resources Acknowledgements Image Credits Index

Additional information

NGR9781472971777
9781472971777
1472971779
RSPB Spotlight Crows by Mike Unwin
New
Paperback
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
2021-03-18
128
N/A
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