<p><span>This book examines the current literature and knowledge on the evolution and ecology of all the birds named as eagles, with particular emphasis on the larger species. It also examines the past and current relations between eagles and people, including habitat change and conservation issues.
The Great Eagles: Their Evolution, Ecology and Conservation
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โฆ Synopsis
This book presents an integrated perspective (paleontological, historical, physiological, ecological, conservationist and human cultural) of eagles, including fish eagles, harpy eagles, snake eagles and booted eagles. Topics examined include 21st century issues in relation to older published themes; species classifications based on physical methods and DNA analyses; species comparisons involving evolution, definitions, classification, and ecology; and recent advances in adaptive management and other policy actions relevant to bird conservation.
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