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A heartwarming account of the trials and triumphs a hummingbird rehabber encounters while caring for her tiny, fragile patients. This personal narrative is filled with the science and magic surrounding these fascinating creatures.

An acclaimed natural history writer follows the trail of the remarkable hummingbird all over the world. Hummingbirds are a glittering, sparkling collective of over three hundred wildly variable species. For centuries, they have been revered by indigenous Americans, coveted by European collectors...

Transform your backyard into a hummingbird paradise with this comprehensive guide that reveals everything you need to know about attracting, feeding, and enjoying these extraordinary creatures. Whether you're a beginner bird watcher or an experienced nature enthusiast, this book provides expert insights that will revolutionize your hummingbird experience.

From the beloved New York Times bestselling author of the “fascinating…entertaining” (The Daily Beast) National Book Award finalist The Soul of an Octopus, a charmingly perfect gem of a book about the most exquisite and extraordinary of winged creatures—hummingbirds. As one of the most...

Become a Paid Subscriber: https://anchor.fm/eugene-fayerberg/subscribe Eagles are generally larger and more powerful than other birds of prey, and they have a number of physical adaptations that allow them to be efficient hunters. They have sharp, curved beaks that are designed for tearing flesh, and their powerful talons are used to catch and hold onto their prey. Eagles also have excellent eyesight, with vision that is up to four times stronger than that of humans. This allows them to spot prey from great distances, and to locate prey that is hidden or camouflaged.