num_pages: 228
description: With its vivid color plates and detailed illustrations, Secrets of the Nest is an insightful look into the mysteries of birds' nesting habits. From the two-ton nest of an eagle to the tiny knot-like nest of a hummingbird, Dunning examines the diverse habitats and sizes of birds' nests. This is an inviting book that peeks inside a remarkable natural place and shows both the evolution of birds and the methods they use to nurture and protect their eggs.
language: English
title: Secrets of the Nest: The Family Life of North American Birds
titlecomplete: Secrets of the Nest: The Family Life of North American Birds
genres: Birds, Nonfiction, Animals, Nature
ratings_count: 21
publisher: Houghton Mifflin