Hummingbird Facts

Yves Earhart

Traductor A AI

Sinopsis

Hummingbird Facts explores the fascinating world of these tiny birds, delving into their unique biology and natural history. It reveals how hummingbirds achieve their extraordinary hovering flight, a feat made possible by their specialized wing structure and musculature, allowing lift on both upstrokes and downstrokes. The book also investigates their incredibly high metabolism, driven by a constant need for energy to fuel their rapid wingbeats. Their digestive system and metabolic pathways represent an evolutionary adaptation for efficient energy acquisition from nectar. The book progresses logically from hummingbird evolution and ecology to detailed analyses of flight mechanics, metabolic physiology, and migratory behavior. Understanding hummingbird migration patterns, for instance, offers insights into how changing weather impacts species distribution. It also examines the conservation challenges these creatures face due to habitat loss and climate change, emphasizing the importance of understanding their biology for effective conservation. What sets this book apart is its holistic approach, integrating biomechanics, physiology, and ecology to provide a complete picture of hummingbird life. Using a conversational yet scientific tone, this book is perfect for nature enthusiasts, bird watchers, and students interested in learning more about avian biology and extreme adaptation.

Disponible desde: 18/02/2025.

Longitud de impresión: 62 páginas.

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