Life histories of North American woodpeckers
By Arthur Cleveland Bent
Length19h 40m
About this audiobook
Arthur Cleveland Bent's "Life Histories of North American Woodpeckers" presents an exhaustive exploration of the various species of woodpeckers inhabiting North America. Through meticulous observation and detailed narratives, Bent captures the nuances of their behaviors, diets, and nesting habits, employing a blend of scientific rigor and lyrical prose that enhances the reader's connection to the avian world. The text is a cornerstone of ornithological literature, reflecting both intensive fieldwork and a deep appreciation for natural history, contextualized within the burgeoning interest in wildlife conservation during the early 20th century. Bent, an eminent ornithologist and naturalist, dedicated much of his life to the study of birds in their natural habitats. His extensive field research, punctuated by keen observations, lends authenticity and depth to his writings. The insights garnered from his endeavors not only reveal his passion for ornithology but also underscore his commitment to documenting the natural history of North American avifauna, challenging the norms of his time and advocating for the importance of preserving these magnificent creatures. This book is recommended for birdwatchers, naturalists, and anyone captivated by the wonder of the natural world. Bent's thorough research and engaging narrative style make this work an invaluable resource that not only informs but also inspires a greater appreciation for woodpeckers and their ecological significance.
Audiobook details
GenreScience and Nature
Length19 hrs 40 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMar 2, 2025
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
36RED-NAPED SAPSUCKER
2IVORY-BILLED WOODPECKER
37SOUTHERN RED-BREASTED SAPSUCKER
3EASTERN HAIRY WOODPECKER
38NORTHERN RED-BREASTED SAPSUCKER
4NORTHERN HAIRY WOODPECKER
39WILLIAMSON’S SAPSUCKER
5SOUTHERN HAIRY WOODPECKER
40NATALIE’S SAPSUCKER
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6HARRIS’S WOODPECKER
41SOUTHERN PILEATED WOODPECKER
7CABANIS’S WOODPECKER
42NORTHERN PILEATED WOODPECKER
8ROCKY MOUNTAIN HAIRY WOODPECKER
43FLORIDA PILEATED WOODPECKER
9QUEEN CHARLOTTE WOODPECKER
44WESTERN PILEATED WOODPECKER
10NEWFOUNDLAND WOODPECKER
45RED-HEADED WOODPECKER
11CHIHUAHUA WOODPECKER
46ANT-EATING WOODPECKER
12SITKA HAIRY WOODPECKER
47CALIFORNIA WOODPECKER
13MODOC WOODPECKER
48NARROW-FRONTED WOODPECKER
14LOWER CALIFORNIA HAIRY WOODPECKER
49MEARNS’S WOODPECKER
15WHITE-BREASTED WOODPECKER
50SAN PEDRO WOODPECKER
16SOUTHERN DOWNY WOODPECKER
51LEWIS’S WOODPECKER
17GAIRDNER’S WOODPECKER
52RED-BELLIED WOODPECKER
18BATCHELDER’S WOODPECKER
53GOLDEN-FRONTED WOODPECKER
19NORTHERN DOWNY WOODPECKER
54GILA WOODPECKER
20NELSON’S DOWNY WOODPECKER
55CARDON WOODPECKER
21WILLOW WOODPECKER
56BREWSTER’S WOODPECKER
22RED-COCKADED WOODPECKER
57SOUTHERN FLICKER
23TEXAS WOODPECKER
58NORTHERN FLICKER
24SAN LUCAS WOODPECKER
59RED-SHAFTED FLICKER
25CACTUS WOODPECKER
60NORTHWESTERN FLICKER
26SAN FERNANDO WOODPECKER
61SAN PEDRO FLICKER
27NUTTALL’S WOODPECKER
62CAPE GILDED FLICKER
28ARIZONA WOODPECKER
63MEARNS’S GILDED FLICKER
29NORTHERN WHITE-HEADED WOODPECKER
64SAN FERNANDO FLICKER
30SOUTHERN WHITE-HEADED WOODPECKER
65GUADALUPE FLICKER
31ARCTIC THREE-TOED WOODPECKER
66LITERATURE CITED
32AMERICAN THREE-TOED WOODPECKER
67PLATES
33ALASKA THREE-TOED WOODPECKER
68A CATALOGUE OF SELECTED DOVER BOOKS IN ALL FIELDS OF INTEREST
34ALPINE THREE-TOED WOODPECKER
69Transcriber’s Note:
35YELLOW-BELLIED SAPSUCKER
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