The Migration Ecology of Birds 2nd Edition

The Migration Ecology of Birds, 2nd Edition by Ian Newton is an authoritative, richly researched guide for anyone studying or managing avian migration. This updated edition brings together classic theory and the latest empirical findings to illuminate how and why birds move across landscapes—from local movements to intercontinental journeys between Europe, Africa, Asia, and the Americas.

Startlingly clear and accessible, the book unpacks the physiology, navigation, timing, and energetics that drive migration, then links those mechanisms to population trends, habitat use, and conservation outcomes. Newton’s clear explanations of tracking methods, stopover ecology, and the impacts of climate change and land-use shifts make complex science practical for researchers, conservationists, wildlife managers, and advanced students of ornithology.

Readers will appreciate concise summaries, comparative examples from across the globe, and the book’s focus on applied implications—how migration research informs policy, habitat protection, and species recovery programs. Whether you’re a field biologist mapping flyways, a graduate student writing a thesis, or a conservation planner assessing seasonal habitats, this volume offers the context and evidence you need.

Engaging, rigorous, and globally relevant, The Migration Ecology of Birds, 2nd Edition is an essential reference that deepens understanding of avian movements and supports effective conservation action. Order your copy today to equip your library with one of the most influential texts in contemporary migration ecology.

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