Featuring new photography from Chicagos renowned Field Museum The Book of Eggs explores 600 examples at actual size alongside pattern details clutch images breeding range maps & engravings of all the birds A table of field-guide information identifies order family breeding range nesting habitat nest characteristics & conservation status This accompanies an expert narrative revealing the latest research & thinking on social structure; reproductive strategies; egg colour maculation & size; & incubation behaviour Arranged taxonomically according to evolutionary relationships the book brings to light intriguing aspects of breeding biology The result is a visual delight & an essential reference for every bird enthusiast natural historian & conservationist