How Birds Fly: The Science and Art of Avian Flight

Through awe-inspiring photography and an expert text, the complex evolutions and physics of bird flight are explained, making it accessible to bird-lovers of all ages and levels of experience.

Bird flight is a mesmerizing spectacle, yet its intricacies remains largely shrouded in mystery for most. Even after over a century of study, certain aspects of bird flight continue to baffle the public and ornithologists alike.

Peter Cavanagh, a dedicated bird photographer, pilot and expert in the fields of biomechanics and anatomy, has dedicated a decade to crafting this remarkable book, How Birds Fly. Through awe-inspiring photography and conversational prose, Peter unveils the complex evolutions and physics of bird flight, making it accessible to bird lovers of all levels.

• | Author: Peter Cavanagh
• | Publisher: Firefly Books Ltd
• | Publication Date: Jun 17, 2025
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• | Binding: Hardback
• | ISBN-13: 9780228104865
• | ISBN-10: 0228104866