Low-Carbon Birding

In the face of the climate crisis, a growing number of birders are reassessing the way they enjoy and study birds. In this timely book, 30 contributors--from young birdwatchers to professional ornithologists--explain why and how they are shifting to climate-friendlier approaches. They argue this is a legitimate and valuable way of enjoying birds.

About the author

Javier Caletrio (editor) is a birdwatcher and researcher on sustainability transitions and public perceptions of environmental change. Other contributors include individuals with a wide range of backgrounds and experiences, from seasoned patch birders to novices enjoying the freedom afforded by cycling and the pleasures of train travel.

Summary

In the face of the climate crisis, a growing number of birders are reassessing the way they enjoy and study birds. In this timely book, 30 contributors-from young birdwatchers to professional ornithologists-explain why and how they are shifting to climate-friendlier approaches. They argue that this is a legitimate, valuable way of enjoying birds.

Product details

• Authors: Javier Caletrio
• Publisher: Pelagic Publishing
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 01.09.2022
• EAN: 9781784273446
• ISBN: 978-1-78427-344-6
• No. of pages: 276
• Dimensions: 223 mm x 146 mm x 29 mm
• Weight: 476 g
• Illustrations: 7 Illustrations, black and white; 7 Illustrations, black and white
• Subject: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Biology > Zoology