North American Shore Birds: A History Of The Snipes, Sandpipers, Plovers And Their Allies (1895)

North American Shore Birds: A History Of The Snipes, Sandpipers, Plovers And Their Allies (1895) is a comprehensive guide to the shorebirds of North America. Written by Daniel Giraud Elliot, a renowned ornithologist and naturalist, the book provides a detailed account of the various species of snipes, sandpipers, plovers, and their allies that can be found along the coasts and wetlands of North America.The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a specific group of shorebirds. The first section covers the snipes, including the Wilson's Snipe, the Jack Snipe, and the Dowitcher. The second section covers the sandpipers, including the Sanderling, the Western Sandpiper, and the Dunlin. The third section covers the plovers, including the Black-bellied Plover, the American Golden Plover, and the Killdeer.Throughout the book, Elliot provides detailed descriptions of each species, including their physical characteristics, habitat, behavior, and distribution. He also includes numerous illustrations and photographs to help readers identify each bird.In addition to its scientific value, North American Shore Birds is also a fascinating historical document. Written at a time when many shorebird populations were in decline due to hunting and habitat loss, the book provides a glimpse into the state of North American wildlife at the turn of the 20th century.Overall, North American Shore Birds: A History Of The Snipes, Sandpipers, Plovers And Their Allies (1895) is an essential resource for anyone interested in the birds of North America, particularly those that inhabit the coasts and wetlands.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.