The Eastern Curlew
The Eastern Curlew by Harry Curlew, published by Affirm Press on April 9, 2019, is a detailed exploration of the remarkable migratory journey undertaken by Eastern Curlews. This edition spans 242 pages and is presented in English. The book describes the annual trek of these birds from their Arctic breeding grounds to the Australian coast, highlighting the challenges they face along the way, including the dangers of exhaustion and the impact of environmental changes.
Readers will find an insightful examination of the Eastern Curlew’s migration, which is one of the most extraordinary in the animal kingdom. Harry Curlew delves into the cultural significance of these birds across the regions they traverse, while also addressing the threats posed by development and habitat loss. This work offers a vivid portrayal of the intersection between nature and humanity, making it a significant contribution to discussions on environmental conservation and the protection of wildlife.
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Every year around July, large flocks of Eastern Curlews leave their breeding grounds in the Arctic and embark on a perilous 10,000 kilometre journey to the coast of Australia. The birds cannot swim; if they become exhausted and fall into the ocean, they die. But it’s a journey they have made for tens of thousands of years, tracing invisible flyways in the sky in what is one of the most spectacular mass migrations in the animal kingdom.
Following the eastern curlew along its migratory path, award-winning nature writer Harry Saddler explores how these incredible birds have impressed themselves on the cultures of the countries they fly through, the threat to their survival posed by development, and the complex ways these birds may be entwined with humankind. The Eastern Curlew is a delightful and vivid portrait of a fascinating natural phenomenon.
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