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Oxford University Press Avian Flight - Oxford Ornithology Series

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Explore the science of aerial locomotion with Avian Flight, part of the Oxford Ornithology Series from Oxford University Press. This book provides an up to date account of existing knowledge regarding bird flight, offering new insights and challenging established views. Readers will find a brief history of the science of flight alongside an explanation of the basic physical principles that govern how birds fly. The text provides a detailed treatment of flight-related functional morphology, focusing on the differences in the shape of the arm and hand parts of the wings, the structure and function of tails, and body shape. Special attention is given to the anatomy and mechanical properties of feathers, making this an essential resource for those studying biological sciences and animal physiology.

Key Features

This Oxford Ornithology Series volume provides an up to date account of current knowledge regarding the subject of bird flight.

The text includes a history of the science of flight and explains the physical principles governing aerial locomotion.

Detailed coverage of functional morphology focuses on the shape of the wings, specifically the arm and hand parts.

The book examines the structure and function of tails and the specific shapes of bird bodies.

Special attention is given to the anatomy and mechanical properties of feathers for a deep understanding of avian biology.

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paperback
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Amazon UK
Release Date
12 October 2006
Listed Since
02 January 2007

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