The Helm dictionary of scientific bird names : from Allge to Zushi
Jobling, James A.2009
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Many scientific bird names describe a bird's habits, habitat, distribution or a plumage feature, while others are named after their discoverers or in honour of prominent ornithologists. This dictionary lists the generic and specific name for almost every species of bird in the world and gives its meaning and derivation.
Main title:
The Helm dictionary of scientific bird names : from Allge to Zushi / by James Jobling.
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Imprint:
London : Christopher Helm, 2009.
Collation:
400 p. ; 24 cm.
ISBN:
9781408125014 (hbk)1408125013 (hbk)
Dewey class:
598'.014
Local class:
598.014
Language:
English
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BRN:
983838