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Why Ducks Do That: 40 Distinctive Waterfowl Behaviors Explained & Photographed [Hardcover]

Chuck Petrie (Author)
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May 2006
Why Ducks Do That answers many of the common, and some not-so-common, questions about the waterfowl species that share our world.

The insightful text of Chuck Petrie is paired with beautiful color photos by the nation's leading wildlife photographers, making this book a delightful read for anyone who ponders the life of birds.
 

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About the Author

Willow Creek Press specializes in publishing high-quality books, calendars, prints and greeting cards. They are located in Minocqua, WI.


The late Chuck Petrie was both a waterfowl biologist and popular writer who had worked for eleven years as executive editor of Ducks Unlimited magazine until his death in 2005.

His awards include Wisconsin Wildlife Federation Communicator of the Year and the prestigious Gordon MacQuarrie Foundation Award.

This is his third and final book with Willow Creek Press.

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  • Hardcover: 96 pages
  • Publisher: Willow Creek Press (May 2006)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1595430504
  • ISBN-13: 978-1595430502
  • Product Dimensions: 7.1 x 7.7 x 0.4 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #233,799 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars A must-have for duck lovers, February 8, 2011
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I just love ducks and I photograph them as a hobby. This book answers questions and provides brilliant full-colour photographs that will help you identify new ducks that may wander your way. A keeper!
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This was a really nice book. It had beautiful pictures as well as informative and fun stories about waterfowl.
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5.0 out of 5 stars GOOD BOOK, January 20, 2009
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THIS IS A GOOD BOOK WITH VALUABLE INFORMATION ABOUT DUCKS. IF YOU ENJOY OBSERVING WATERFOWL, YOU MAY WANT TO HAVE THIS BOOK IN YOUR COLLECTION.
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