Author : Ted Floyd
Publisher :
Page : 308 pages
File Size : 15,2 MB
Release : 2019
Category : House & Home
ISBN : 1426220030
"In this elegant narrative, celebrated naturalist Ted Floyd guides you through a year of becoming a better birder. Choosing 200 top avian species to teach key lessons, Floyd introduces a new, holistic approach to bird watching and shows how to use the tools of the 21st century to appreciate the natural world we inhabit together whether city, country or suburbs." -- From book jacket.
Author : Ted Floyd
Publisher : Disney Electronic Content
Page : 503 pages
File Size : 18,31 MB
Release : 2019-03-12
Category : House & Home
ISBN : 1426220049
Become a better birder with brief portraits of 200 top North American birds. This friendly, relatable book is a celebration of the art, science, and delights of bird-watching. How to Know the Birds introduces a new, holistic approach to bird-watching, by noting how behaviors, settings, and seasonal cycles connect with shape, song, color, gender, age distinctions, and other features traditionally used to identify species. With short essays on 200 observable species, expert author Ted Floyd guides us through a year of becoming a better birder, each species representing another useful lesson: from explaining scientific nomenclature to noting how plumage changes with age, from chronicling migration patterns to noting hatchling habits. Dozens of endearing pencil sketches accompany Floyd's charming prose, making this book a unique blend of narrative and field guide. A pleasure for birders of all ages, this witty book promises solid lessons for the beginner and smiles of recognition for the seasoned nature lover.
Author : Ted Floyd
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 503 pages
File Size : 43,41 MB
Release : 2019-04-18
Category : Travel
ISBN : 1426220049
How to Know the Birds introduces a new, holistic approach to bird-watching, by noting how behaviors, settings, and seasonal cycles connect with shape, song, color, gender, age distinctions, and other features traditionally used to identify species. Expert author Ted Floyd begins by evoking a typical bird-watching moment, his entry into a thoughtful discussion of the traditions of field guides and bird identification. Then, with short essays on 200 observable species, he guides us through a year of becoming a better birder, each species representing another useful lesson: from explaining scientific nomenclature to noting how plumage changes with age, from chronicling migration patterns to noting hatchling habits. Pen-and-ink illustrations accompany Floyd's charming prose, making this book a unique blend of narrative and field guide. A pleasure for birders of all ages, this witty book promises solid lessons for the beginner and smiles of recognition for the seasoned nature lover.
Author : DK
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 82 pages
File Size : 28,44 MB
Release : 2016-02-16
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1465452923
Have you ever wondered how birds fly or what's inside an egg? You can find out the answers to these questions and more in Everything You Need to Know About Birds! From the nocturnal owls to the flightless penguins, learn about the different evolution and habitats of birds from around the world. Discover how almost everything about a bird's anatomy is designed for flight, yet how its skeleton is also similar to that of a human. Everything You Need to Know About Birds is a fact-filled, highly visual guide to different types of birds all across the world. Packed with information on habitats, breeding habits, as well as oddities, shocking trivia, and anatomy, this information is presented through close-ups, engaging text, and innovative, high-quality design, making it perfect for in-depth research or a quick dip for fast facts.
Author : Joseph Choiniere
Publisher : Storey Books
Page : 117 pages
File Size : 29,22 MB
Release : 2005
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781580175555
A beginner's guide to birding provides general information and advice on how to become a birdwatcher, with detailed profiles of thirty common North American birds, concise descriptions of additional bird species, facts about bird behavior and habitats, and family-friendly projects to attract birds. Simultaneous.
Author : Jon Young
Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Page : 277 pages
File Size : 10,66 MB
Release : 2012
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0547451253
How understanding bird language and behavior can help us to see more wildlife.
Author : Buffy Silverman
Publisher : Lerner Publications
Page : 36 pages
File Size : 11,55 MB
Release : 2011-08-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0761388818
What do a penguin, a pigeon, and a peacock have in common? They're all birds! Learn about the characteristics that all birds share.
Author : Sarah Swanson
Publisher : Timber Press
Page : 245 pages
File Size : 18,87 MB
Release : 2013-08-27
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1604693371
Must-See Birds of the Pacific Northwest is a lively, practical guide that helps readers discover 85 of the region’s most extraordinary birds. Each bird profile includes notes on what they eat, where they migrate from, and where to find them in Washington and Oregon. Profiles also include stunning color photographs of each bird. Birds are grouped by what they are known for or where they are most likely to be found—like beach birds, urban birds, colorful birds, and killer birds. This is an accessible guide for casual birders, weekend warriors, and families looking for an outdoor experience. Eight easy-going birding weekends, including stops in Puget Sound, the Central Washington wine country, and the Klamath Basin, offer wonderful getaway ideas and make this a must-have guide for locals and visitors alike.
Author : Kimball Garrett
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 34,54 MB
Release : 2006
Category : Bird watching
ISBN : 9780964081055
A pocket-sized photographic guide to the common birds of the Los Angeles region with full-page color photographs of each bird and accompanying identification information. Covers over 300 birds located within a 50 mile radius of downtown Los Angeles. Also includes the basics of bird watching, attracting birds to your yard, selecting binoculars, and a regional checklist. Written by local birding experts ? perfect for beginning and intermediate birders.
Author : Kenn Kaufman
Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Page : 387 pages
File Size : 36,88 MB
Release : 2000
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 0618062351
At 16, Kaufman dropped out of high school and started hitching across America in an effort to see the most birds in a year. "Kingbird Highway" is a unique coming-of-age story, combining a lyrical celebration of nature with wild adventures and some unbelievable characters.
