Excerpt from Birds: A Miscellaneous Collection of Thirty-Seven Pamphlets About Birds
During the last few decades much interest has been aroused in the preservation and extension of forest areas within the United States, and large sums of money have been spent on our National Forests. Meanwhile scientists have been studying means to combat the insect enemies of forests, which in some cases have threatened the total destruction of large tracts. There is probably no species of land plant that has not at least one insect enemy, and the trees of the forest furnish food and homes for legions. In the Fifth Report of the United States Entomological Commission over 400 species of insects are reported to feed on the oak, and the opinion is expressed that this number is far below the total. In the same Work about 80 species are said to feed on the elm, 170 on the hickory, 41 on the locust, 100 on the maple, 105 on the birch, 186 on the willow, and 165 on the pine; and in each case the list is confessedly incomplete.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating world of woodpeckers, exploring their intricate relationship with the forests they inhabit. The author, a keen observer of nature, meticulously examines the stomach contents of hundreds of woodpeckers, revealing their diverse diet and the vital role they play in maintaining forest health. The book offers a captivating glimpse into the complex food chain dynamics within forest ecosystems. Readers will discover the importance of these birds in controlling destructive insect populations, particularly wood-boring beetles, which can decimate entire trees. The author meticulously details the feeding habits of various woodpecker species, highlighting their contributions to the balance of the forest environment. The book shines a light on the vital role these often overlooked creatures play in preserving our natural world, offering a compelling argument for their conservation and demonstrating how their unique behaviors impact the broader ecosystem. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781332105106_0
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