Author: William H. Over
Publisher:
Published: 2015-06-29
Total Pages: 188
ISBN-13: 9781330473887
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Excerpt from Birds of South Dakota Effort has been made in this bulletin to obtain as complete a list of South Dakota birds as possible. In all, 322 species and subspecies have been recorded. With few exceptions these are represented in the University Museum collections at Vermillion. There is perhaps no State in the Union where bird study is more perplexing than in South Dakota. From east to west the State embraces birds of woods, prairie and mountains. The range of many birds is constantly moving westward, and this causes variation in the migrating routes of many species. The Black Hills, lying only a little apart from the Rocky Mountains, are apt to be visited occasionally by western species. From south to north, likewise, both trees and latitude affect the bird problem. The Missouri River with its wooded banks and ravines, traversing the middle of the State, provides conditions which attract some species farther north than they would otherwise come. But for this fact we probably would not have the beautiful Western Blue Grosbeak within our borders. Birds from farther east and south also, such as Cardinals and Wood Thrushes, follow the growing trees into South Dakota. Many birds are found in the southern part of the State which are never seen in the northern part; and some birds which formerly nested in South Dakota no longer do so. So numerous, therefore, are the changes going on in bird life within the State that observations which were made a few years ago may not be accurate today and observations made today may not be accurate tomorrow. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Author: William Henry Over
Publisher: Legare Street Press
Published: 2023-07-18
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9781019648728
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →This book serves as a comprehensive guide for bird lovers to identify and appreciate the different bird species found in South Dakota, their habitats, behaviors, and migration patterns. It includes over 400 high-quality photos and detailed descriptions of the more than 400 species that call South Dakota home. From raptors like eagles and hawks to migratory birds such as waterfowl and shorebirds, this book has something for everyone. Whether you are a seasoned birdwatcher or a beginner, Birds of South Dakota is an essential resource for understanding and enjoying the avian life in the state. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Author: James Kavanagh
Publisher: Pocket Naturalist Guide
Published: 2016-07-11
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9781583552247
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →With its mix of wetlands, grasslands, and dramatic badlands, South Dakota has an impressive diversity of birds. During migration, thousands of ducks, geese, and cranes pass through the many lakes, ponds, and marshes, often congregations in groups numbering too many to count. Iconic species like Western Meadowlark, Sharp-tailed Grouse, and state bird Ring-necked Pheasant are stand-outs in tallgrass prairies; the scenic Black Hills are home to American Dippers, Red-naped Sapsuckers, and Mountain Bluebirds. Over 440 bird species have been observed in the Mount Rushmore State, the majority of which are either permanent residents, regular breeders, or annual migrants. Sifting through so many species is a challenge, so it helps to start by getting acquainted with a smaller number of representative species to establish a solid foundation of knowledge on which to build. You can readily do this with the portable reference South Dakota Birds, which features beautiful illustrations of 140 common and familiar birds as well as an ecoregion map showing over 20 bird-finding hotspots and learning sites. Laminated for durability, this lightweight, 12-panel folding pocket guide is a terrific resource for educators, learners, naturalists, and birders to use for sharpening their bird identification skills and peering more closely into birds' fascinating lives. Made in the USA.
Author: Stan Tekiela
Publisher: Adventure Publications
Published: 2021-08-10
Total Pages: 344
ISBN-13: 9781647551926
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →This updated field guide, organized by color, features full-color photographs and information to help readers easily identify North and South Dakota birds.
Author: Chuck Johnson
Publisher: Wilderness Adventures Press
Published: 2008-02
Total Pages: 225
ISBN-13: 1932098437
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →An entirely new edition of the South Dakota guide.