The lives and activities of seabirds as you've never seen them beforeSeabirds evoke the spirit of the earth's wildest places. They spend large portions of their lives at sea, often far from land, and nest on beautiful and remote islands that humans rarely visit. Thanks to the development of increasingly sophisticated and miniaturized devices th
Seabirds evoke the spirit of the earth's wildest places. They spend large portions of their lives at sea, often far from land, and nest on beautiful and remote islands that humans rarely visit. Thanks to the development of increasingly sophisticated and miniaturized devices that can track their every movement and behavior, it is now possible to observe the mysterious lives of these remarkable creatures as never before. This beautifully illustrated book takes you on a breathtaking journey around the globe to reveal where these birds actually go when they roam the sea, the tactics they employ to traverse vast tracts of ocean, the strategies they use to evade threats, and more. Featuring illustrations by renowned artist Bruce Pearson and packed with intriguing facts, Far from Land provides an extraordinary up-close look at the activities of seabirds.
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The book is written with wit (e.g., quoting from a scientific presentation given in rap) and real insight, helped by
the fact that the author himself is a field ornithologist and understands how much time and effort goes into work
that may end up summarized in a sentence in the book. This is a book that all ornithologists should read, but it
will also inspire marine biologists, seafarers, and all who travel the seas into deepened respect for the seabirds
with which they share the oceans.
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---Michael Scott, Conservation Biology
