A Guide To British Wildfowl Descriptions Of The Ducks Geese Swans Plovers And Waders With Chapters On The Question Of Range And Choice Of Gun

This antique text contains a detailed treatise on the wildfowl of Great Britain. A great text containing all the information a hunter might need to know about wildfowl, this book is of great value to both the amateur and seasoned hunter alike and constitutes the worthy addition to any collection of hunting literature. The chapters of this book include: 'British Wildfowl – The Geese'; 'British Wildfowl – The Ducks'; 'British Wildfowl - The Swans', 'Plovers and Waders'; 'The Pursuit of the Fowl'; 'Range: Two Approaches to the Question "How Far?"'; and 'Speaking of Bird Guns'. Many antique texts are increasingly costly and hard to come by, and it is with this in mind that we have elected to republish this text, in the hope that its contents can continue to be of value to discerning enthusiasts for years to come. This text comes complete with a new introduction on the subject of shooting wildfowl.

This antique text contains a detailed treatise on the wildfowl of Great Britain. A great text containing all the information a hunter might need to know about wildfowl, this book is of great value to both the amateur and seasoned hunter alike and constitutes the worthy addition to any collection of hunting literature. The chapters of this book include: 'British Wildfowl The Geese'; 'British Wildfowl The Ducks'; 'British Wildfowl - The Swans', 'Plovers and Waders'; 'The Pursuit of the Fowl'; 'Range: Two Approaches to the Question "How Far?"'; and 'Speaking of Bird Guns'. Many antique texts are increasingly costly and hard to come by, and it is with this in mind that we have elected to republish this text, in the hope that its contents can continue to be of value to discerning enthusiasts for years to come. This text comes complete with a new introduction on the subject of shooting wildfowl."

Over 700 birds painted in full color; over 150 distribution maps.

Waterfowling is one of the more challenging forms of hunting. Requiring an intimate knowledge of the quarry in specialized gear—from shotguns and ammo to decoys, calls, blinds, and boats—and taking place in a variety of terrains—from the fields of Manitoba to the flooded timber of Arkansas, it’s the type of sport that gets in your blood and stays there. In The Ultimate Guide to Waterfowl Hunting, all aspects of this sport are covered by three authors who have intimate knowledge of how to hunt ducks and geese successfully. Chapters within this book cover dozens of topics, with special attention devoted to: Identifying the many and various species of waterfowl Methods for decoying and calling in a variety of situations Advice on how to choose the best gear for the situation at hand Theories and practices of retriever training and handling Tips on hunting in different types of weather, from rain and snow to bluebird skies How to choose the correct guns and loading Plus tips on blind placement in water or on land With more than a hundred photographs expertly illuminating the realities of waterfowl hunting, The Ultimate Guide to Waterfowl Hunting is sure to help hunters of all skill levels bag their biggest catches yet.

RSPB Spotlight: Ducks and Geese is packed with eye-catching, informative colour photos and features succinct, detailed text written by a knowledgeable naturalist. This will be a detailed 'biography' of ducks and geese that breed in or regularly visit the UK – covering 30 species in all. It will include chapters on the evolution of ducks and geese, their place in the natural world, their anatomy and physiology, various feeding methods, spectacular courtship displays and diverse breeding behaviour. Marianne Taylor will reveal their often epic migrations and examine their social interactions with their own and other species, including their unusual readiness to hybridise. She will also detail their relationships with humankind over the centuries, including their presence in folklore and literature and their role in our lives as both prey and pets. She will also explore their presence as feral and sometimes invasive species outside their natural ranges, and their current status within their native wild ranges as the group includes several species recently recognised as being of global conservation concern.