The Wryneck - Biology, Behaviour, Conservation and Symbolism of Jynx torquilla

Name: The Wryneck - Biology, Behaviour, Conservation and Symbolism of Jynx torquilla
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A book about a most unusual woodpecker – a species that neither excavates nest holes in trees, nor bores into wood to find insect prey.... Show more

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Product description

Series	Pelagic Monographs
Author	Gerard Gorman
Language	English
ISBN	9781784272883
Publisher	Pelagic Monographs
Pages	202
Size	156 x 234 mm
Format	Softcover
Images	Colour images & illustrations
Year published	Feb 2022

The Wryneck details the natural history and cultural symbolism of a most unusual woodpecker – a species that neither excavates nest holes in trees, nor bores into wood to find insect prey. The elusive Wryneck is best renowned for performing a twisting, writhing head and neck display when threatened, but this ground-breaking study reveals many more secrets of its behaviour and evolution. Detailed information is presented on the species' origins, taxonomy, anatomy, appearance, moult, calls, distribution, conservation status, habitats, movements, breeding, diet and relationships, along with a chapter on its closest relative, the Red-throated Wryneck.

The text is richly illustrated throughout with high quality photographs as well as sound spectrograms. This all-encompassing and engaging account has been written for a wide audience, whether professional ornithologist, citizen scientist, amateur birder, woodpecker aficionado and simply someone who wishes to learn more about this curious and remarkable bird.

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