num_pages: 152
description: From the lifelong devotion of the American crow to the dalliances of the eastern bluebird from the bald eagles dazzling aerial display to the male ruby-throated hummingbirds reputation as a deadbeat dad  courtship mating and parenting differ dramatically among birds. Ornithologist and author Laura Erickson takes readers on a romance-fueled romp through the love lives of 35 species exploring the diversity of avian approaches to pairing up. Each species spotlight pairs Ericksons remarkable depth of scientific knowledge with her talent for drawing humorous and insightful parallels between human and bird. The result is a riveting read for bird-watchers and nature lovers alike.
language: English
title: The Love Lives of Birds: Courting and Mating Rituals
publisher: Storey Publishing, LLC