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Life histories of North American woodpeckers

Science and Nature

Life histories of North American woodpeckers

By Arthur Cleveland Bent

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Life histories of North American woodpeckers

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.

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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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