How Long to Read The Scientific Nomenclature of Birds in the Upper Midwest

How Long Does it Take to Read The Scientific Nomenclature of Birds in the Upper Midwest?

It takes the average reader 3 hours and 13 minutes to read The Scientific Nomenclature of Birds in the Upper Midwest by James Sandrock

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

The translation and explanation of genus and species names yield markers to help us identify birds in the field as well as remember distinctive traits. Having a basic understanding of the scientific and common names of birds reveals insights into their color, behavior, habitat, or geography. Knowing that Cyanocitta means “blue chatterer” and cristata means “crested, tufted” or that Anas means “a duck” and clypeata means “armed with a shield” tells you just about everything you need to identify a Blue Jay or a Northern Shoveler. In this portable reference book, James Sandrock and Jean Prior explain the science and history behind the names of some 450 birds of the Upper Midwest states of Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North and South Dakota, Ohio, and Wisconsin. Since many of these birds occur throughout the United States, this handbook can also be used by birders in other parts of the country. The authors examine the roots, stems, and construction of scientific names from their classical Latin and Greek or other linguistic origins. The translations of these words and insights into their sources yield quirky, tantalizing facts about the people, geography, habitat, and mythology behind bird names. Each entry also includes the bird’s common name as well as local or regional names. Beginning birders confused by scientific names as well as more experienced birders curious about such names will find that the book opens unexpected connections into linguistic, historical, biological, artistic, biographical, and even aesthetic realms. Highlighting the obvious and not-so-obvious links between birds and language, this practical guide continues a long scholarly tradition of such books by and for those afoot in the field. Whether you are hiking with binoculars or watching a backyard bird feeder or reading at home, The Scientific Nomenclature of Birds in the Upper Midwest will greatly enhance your appreciation of birds.

How long is The Scientific Nomenclature of Birds in the Upper Midwest?

The Scientific Nomenclature of Birds in the Upper Midwest by James Sandrock is 192 pages long, and a total of 48,384 words.

This makes it 65% the length of the average book. It also has 59% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Scientific Nomenclature of Birds in the Upper Midwest Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 4 hours and 24 minutes to read The Scientific Nomenclature of Birds in the Upper Midwest aloud.

What Reading Level is The Scientific Nomenclature of Birds in the Upper Midwest?

The Scientific Nomenclature of Birds in the Upper Midwest is suitable for students ages 10 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

When deciding what to show young students always use your best judgement and consult a professional.

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