Sparrowhawk''s Lament - How British Breeding Birds of Prey Are Faring

Britain is home to fifteen species of breeding birds of prey, from the hedgerow-hopping Sparrowhawk to the breathtaking White-tailed Eagle. In this handsomely illustrated book, acclaimed British filmmaker and naturalist David Cobham offers unique and deeply personal insights into Britain's birds of prey and how they are faring today. He delves into the history of these magnificent birds and talks in depth with the scientists and conservationists who are striving to safeguard them. In doing so, he profiles the writers, poets and filmmakers who have done so much to change the public's perception of birds of prey. There are success stories-five birds of prey that were extinct have become reestablished with viable populations-but persecution is still rife. Featuring drawings by famed wildlife artist Bruce Pearson, this book reveals why we must cherish and celebrate our birds of prey, and why we neglect them at our peril.

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David Cobham with Bruce Pearson
With a foreword by Chris Packham

Summary

Britain is home to fifteen species of breeding birds of prey, from the hedgerow-hopping Sparrowhawk to the breathtaking White-tailed Eagle. In this handsomely illustrated book, acclaimed British filmmaker and naturalist David Cobham offers unique and deeply personal insights into Britain's birds of prey and how they are faring today. He delves into

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"This is an interesting and educational book for raptor lovers and others seeking to learn about the raptors of Great Britain."---R.E.H., Wildlife Activist

Product details

• Authors: David Cobham, Cobham David
• Assisted by: Chris Packham (Foreword), Packham Chris (Foreword)
• Publisher: Princeton University Press
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 31.05.2017
• EAN: 9780691175720
• ISBN: 978-0-691-17572-0
• No. of pages: 256
• Assisted by: Bruce Pearson
• Series: Wildguides; Wildlife Explorer Guides; Princeton University Press (WILDGuides); WILDGuides; Wildlife Explorer Guides
• Subjects: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Biology > Ecology; NATURE / Animals / Birds, Nature / Environmental Conservation & Protection, NATURE / Birdwatching Guides, Conservation of wildlife & habitats, United Kingdom, Great Britain, Wildlife: birds & birdwatching, Wildlife: birds and birdwatching: general interest, Conservation of wildlife and habitats