Key To The Water Birds Of Florida (1896)

""Key to the Water Birds of Florida"" is a comprehensive guide to identifying the various species of water birds found in the state of Florida. Written by Charles Barney Cory and first published in 1896, this book is a valuable resource for bird enthusiasts, ornithologists, and anyone interested in the natural history of Florida.The book is organized into two main sections: the first section provides an introduction to the water birds of Florida, including their habitats, behaviors, and physical characteristics. The second section is a detailed key to identifying the different species of water birds found in the state, including ducks, geese, swans, pelicans, herons, and egrets.Each species is described in detail, with information on its size, coloration, distribution, and behavior. The book also includes illustrations and photographs of many of the species, making it easier to identify them in the field.Overall, ""Key to the Water Birds of Florida"" is an essential reference for anyone interested in the birds of Florida, and a valuable addition to any birding library.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.