Author: Pete Dunne
Publisher: Stackpole Books
ISBN: 0811741907
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 98
Book Description
Filling a gap in the vast literature on birding, Pete Dunne explains in his distinctive style how to find birds--the often-ignored first step in identifying, observing, and listing bird species.
How to Find a Bird
Author: Jennifer Ward
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1481467069
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 48
Book Description
A joyful and informative guide to birdwatching for budding young birders from an award-winning author-illustrator duo. How do you find a bird? There are so many ways! Begin by watching. And listening. And staying quiet, so quiet you can hear your own heartbeat. Soon you’ll see that there are birds everywhere—up in the sky, down on the ground, sometimes even right in front of you just waiting to be discovered! Young bird lovers will adore this lushly illustrated introduction to how to spot and observe our feathered friends. It features more than fifty different species, from the giant whooping crane to the tiny ruby-throated hummingbird, and so many in between, and a detailed author’s note provides even more information about birding for curious readers. This celebration of the wondrous variety, colors, and sounds of the avian world is sure to have children grabbing their binoculars and heading outside to explore.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1481467069
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 48
Book Description
A joyful and informative guide to birdwatching for budding young birders from an award-winning author-illustrator duo. How do you find a bird? There are so many ways! Begin by watching. And listening. And staying quiet, so quiet you can hear your own heartbeat. Soon you’ll see that there are birds everywhere—up in the sky, down on the ground, sometimes even right in front of you just waiting to be discovered! Young bird lovers will adore this lushly illustrated introduction to how to spot and observe our feathered friends. It features more than fifty different species, from the giant whooping crane to the tiny ruby-throated hummingbird, and so many in between, and a detailed author’s note provides even more information about birding for curious readers. This celebration of the wondrous variety, colors, and sounds of the avian world is sure to have children grabbing their binoculars and heading outside to explore.
Find the Bird
Author: Stephen Cartwright
Publisher: Educational Development Corporation
ISBN: 9780860207191
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 12
Book Description
This wordless board book invites young children to find the bird hidden on each page.
Publisher: Educational Development Corporation
ISBN: 9780860207191
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 12
Book Description
This wordless board book invites young children to find the bird hidden on each page.
A Bird-finding Guide to Mexico
Author: Steve N. G. Howell
Publisher: Cornell University Press
ISBN: 9780801485817
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 388
Book Description
In a guide that covers Mexico's best birdwatching sites, from Baja California to the Yucatan Peninsula, the coauthor of "A Guide to the Birds of Mexico and Northern Central America" selects over 100 sites where birders may see more than 950 species. 70 maps. 18 drawings.
Publisher: Cornell University Press
ISBN: 9780801485817
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 388
Book Description
In a guide that covers Mexico's best birdwatching sites, from Baja California to the Yucatan Peninsula, the coauthor of "A Guide to the Birds of Mexico and Northern Central America" selects over 100 sites where birders may see more than 950 species. 70 maps. 18 drawings.
Bird Watch
Author: Christie Matheson
Publisher: Greenwillow Books
ISBN: 9780062393401
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 48
Book Description
From the author of the acclaimed Tap the Magic Tree! Search for hidden birds and count them, too, in this seek-and-find picture book with a satisfying surprise. Delicate artwork, a focus on counting, and an engaging treasure hunt will entice fans of Janell Cannon's Stellaluna and Steve Light’s Have You Seen My Dragon? There are treasures hiding in the trees! Can you find them? From the author of the acclaimed and bestselling Tap the Magic Tree, this stunning picture book merges basic math concepts with elements of a treasure hunt. With different species of birds and other forest animals hiding in the trees and bushes, there is something new to discover on every page. Patience is rewarded as readers learn to count backward from ten, meet new birds, and learn about the diverse ecosystem of the forest. Beautiful watercolor-and-collage art, a playful counting text, and a search-and-find theme will inspire children and parents to return to Bird Watch again and again. And for curious young birders, a page of information about bird-watching and the different birds that appear in the book is included.
Publisher: Greenwillow Books
ISBN: 9780062393401
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 48
Book Description
From the author of the acclaimed Tap the Magic Tree! Search for hidden birds and count them, too, in this seek-and-find picture book with a satisfying surprise. Delicate artwork, a focus on counting, and an engaging treasure hunt will entice fans of Janell Cannon's Stellaluna and Steve Light’s Have You Seen My Dragon? There are treasures hiding in the trees! Can you find them? From the author of the acclaimed and bestselling Tap the Magic Tree, this stunning picture book merges basic math concepts with elements of a treasure hunt. With different species of birds and other forest animals hiding in the trees and bushes, there is something new to discover on every page. Patience is rewarded as readers learn to count backward from ten, meet new birds, and learn about the diverse ecosystem of the forest. Beautiful watercolor-and-collage art, a playful counting text, and a search-and-find theme will inspire children and parents to return to Bird Watch again and again. And for curious young birders, a page of information about bird-watching and the different birds that appear in the book is included.
Kitchen Table Bird Book
Author: John Ham
Publisher: Thunder Bay Press (MI)
ISBN: 9781882376155
Category : Birds
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
An exceptional reference for people who spend much of their time bird-watching at home by looking out windows. The 77 species discussed represent the most common of the small birds that come to feeders, or which land on marsh, lawn, or woodland edges. It offers information on how to attract birds to feeders, discusses plumage changes and offers tips on identification.
Publisher: Thunder Bay Press (MI)
ISBN: 9781882376155
Category : Birds
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
An exceptional reference for people who spend much of their time bird-watching at home by looking out windows. The 77 species discussed represent the most common of the small birds that come to feeders, or which land on marsh, lawn, or woodland edges. It offers information on how to attract birds to feeders, discusses plumage changes and offers tips on identification.
The Art of Bird Finding
Author: Pete Dunne
Publisher: Stackpole Books
ISBN: 0811741907
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 98
Book Description
Filling a gap in the vast literature on birding, Pete Dunne explains in his distinctive style how to find birds--the often-ignored first step in identifying, observing, and listing bird species.
Publisher: Stackpole Books
ISBN: 0811741907
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 98
Book Description
Filling a gap in the vast literature on birding, Pete Dunne explains in his distinctive style how to find birds--the often-ignored first step in identifying, observing, and listing bird species.
A Bird-Finding Guide to Mexico
Author: Steve N. G. Howell
Publisher: Cornell University Press
ISBN: 1501735942
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 385
Book Description
With a rich variety of stunning avifauna, Mexico provides the first taste of the Neotropics for many birders. At last here is a guide to Mexico's best birdwatching sites, from Baja California to the Yucatan Peninsula. Steve N. G. Howell, coauthor of the widely acclaimed A Guide to the Birds of Mexico and Northern Central America, has selected over 100 sites where birders may see more than 950 species, including virtually all of the endemics and regional specialties. Useful for both the business traveler in Mexico City with only a morning to spare and the serious birder planning a three-month trip across the country, this indispensable book tells where to go and what to look for.* covers all of Mexico and includes all of the top birding spots.* presents key information on over 100 sites, where more than 950 bird species can be seen.* provides lists of the birds at the most popular sites.* gives general information about each region of the country, along with a map showing the location of its sites; additional maps show greater detail at selected sites.* supplies listings of all endemics and sought-after species with key sites where they can be seen.* includes advice on how best to find and view birds.* suggests itineraries for birding holidays.* offers valuable tips on travel and birdwatching in Mexico.
Publisher: Cornell University Press
ISBN: 1501735942
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 385
Book Description
With a rich variety of stunning avifauna, Mexico provides the first taste of the Neotropics for many birders. At last here is a guide to Mexico's best birdwatching sites, from Baja California to the Yucatan Peninsula. Steve N. G. Howell, coauthor of the widely acclaimed A Guide to the Birds of Mexico and Northern Central America, has selected over 100 sites where birders may see more than 950 species, including virtually all of the endemics and regional specialties. Useful for both the business traveler in Mexico City with only a morning to spare and the serious birder planning a three-month trip across the country, this indispensable book tells where to go and what to look for.* covers all of Mexico and includes all of the top birding spots.* presents key information on over 100 sites, where more than 950 bird species can be seen.* provides lists of the birds at the most popular sites.* gives general information about each region of the country, along with a map showing the location of its sites; additional maps show greater detail at selected sites.* supplies listings of all endemics and sought-after species with key sites where they can be seen.* includes advice on how best to find and view birds.* suggests itineraries for birding holidays.* offers valuable tips on travel and birdwatching in Mexico.
Where to Find Birds in New York State
Author: Susan Roney Drennan
Publisher: Syracuse University Press
ISBN: 9780815601739
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 524
Book Description
More than 400 of North America's 800-plus bird species can be found in New York State. Where to Find Birds in New York State tells where, when, and how to locate New York State's diverse year-round and seasonal avian residents. Focusing on the top 500 sites in the state, the book provides directions to sites in all 10 Kingbird regions, physiographic descriptions, lists of the birds likely to be found, and seasonal ratings. Among the sites listed in the guide are a number in the Adirondacks, on the Tug Hill Plateau, and on Long island. The author devotes specific chapters to rare birds, the 25 best hawk-watching sites during both spring and fall migrations, and the sites and habitats of pelagic, resident, and migrant birds. To facilitate amateur and professional participation in assembling ornithological data the book contains a section on the New York State Avian Records Committee, its prescribed list of rarities, and instructions on how to report the observation of a rare bird. Where to Find Birds in New York State is an invaluable aid in the field and will be treasured reading for birders and naturalists everywhere.
Publisher: Syracuse University Press
ISBN: 9780815601739
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 524
Book Description
More than 400 of North America's 800-plus bird species can be found in New York State. Where to Find Birds in New York State tells where, when, and how to locate New York State's diverse year-round and seasonal avian residents. Focusing on the top 500 sites in the state, the book provides directions to sites in all 10 Kingbird regions, physiographic descriptions, lists of the birds likely to be found, and seasonal ratings. Among the sites listed in the guide are a number in the Adirondacks, on the Tug Hill Plateau, and on Long island. The author devotes specific chapters to rare birds, the 25 best hawk-watching sites during both spring and fall migrations, and the sites and habitats of pelagic, resident, and migrant birds. To facilitate amateur and professional participation in assembling ornithological data the book contains a section on the New York State Avian Records Committee, its prescribed list of rarities, and instructions on how to report the observation of a rare bird. Where to Find Birds in New York State is an invaluable aid in the field and will be treasured reading for birders and naturalists everywhere.
Find More Birds: 111 Surprising Ways to Spot Birds Wherever You Are
Author: Heather Wolf
Publisher: The Experiment, LLC
ISBN: 1615199411
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 303
Book Description
“Packed with excellent photos and tips, deeply relatable anecdotes, and a palpable sense of joy, this gem of a book will make you a better birder.”—Rosemary Mosco, author of A Pocket Guide to Pigeon Watching A gorgeously photographed trove of 111 ingenious tips for seeing more birds wherever you are—from crowd favorites (hummingbirds, owls, eagles) to species you’ve never spotted before Seeing more birds than you ever imagined and witnessing exciting avian drama is possible—whether you’re on the go or in your own neighborhood, local park, or backyard. As Heather Wolf explains, it all comes down to how you tune in to the show happening around you, the one in which birds—highly skilled at staying under the radar—are the stars. In Find More Birds, Heather shares her very best tactics—and the jaw-dropping photographs they helped her capture. Look for birds at their favorite “restaurants”— from leaf litter to berry bushes, and ball fields to small patches of mud. Watch for “tree bark” that moves . . . you may find it has feathers. Try simply sitting on the ground for a revealing new perspective. Plus, special tips point the way to crowd favorites such as hummingbirds, owls, and eagles—and can’t-miss bird behaviors. As your senses sharpen and “noticing” becomes second nature, Find More Birds will turn your daily routines into bird-finding adventures, too. Whether you’re strolling down the block or parking your car, you never know what will surprise you next!
Publisher: The Experiment, LLC
ISBN: 1615199411
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 303
Book Description
“Packed with excellent photos and tips, deeply relatable anecdotes, and a palpable sense of joy, this gem of a book will make you a better birder.”—Rosemary Mosco, author of A Pocket Guide to Pigeon Watching A gorgeously photographed trove of 111 ingenious tips for seeing more birds wherever you are—from crowd favorites (hummingbirds, owls, eagles) to species you’ve never spotted before Seeing more birds than you ever imagined and witnessing exciting avian drama is possible—whether you’re on the go or in your own neighborhood, local park, or backyard. As Heather Wolf explains, it all comes down to how you tune in to the show happening around you, the one in which birds—highly skilled at staying under the radar—are the stars. In Find More Birds, Heather shares her very best tactics—and the jaw-dropping photographs they helped her capture. Look for birds at their favorite “restaurants”— from leaf litter to berry bushes, and ball fields to small patches of mud. Watch for “tree bark” that moves . . . you may find it has feathers. Try simply sitting on the ground for a revealing new perspective. Plus, special tips point the way to crowd favorites such as hummingbirds, owls, and eagles—and can’t-miss bird behaviors. As your senses sharpen and “noticing” becomes second nature, Find More Birds will turn your daily routines into bird-finding adventures, too. Whether you’re strolling down the block or parking your car, you never know what will surprise you next!
Finding Australian Birds
Author: Rohan Clarke
Publisher: CSIRO PUBLISHING
ISBN: 1486300847
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 621
Book Description
Finding Australian Birds is a guide to the special birds found across Australia's vastly varied landscapes. From the eastern rainforests to central deserts, Australia is home to some 900 species of birds. This book covers over 400 Australian bird watching sites conveniently grouped into the best birding areas, from one end of the country to the other. This includes areas such as Kakadu in the Top End and rocky gorges in the central deserts of the Northern Territory, the Great Barrier Reef in Queensland, rainforests distributed along the eastern Australian seaboard, some of the world's tallest forests in Tasmania, the Flinders Ranges and deserts along the iconic Strzelecki and Birdsville Tracks in South Australia, and the mallee temperate woodlands and spectacular coastlines in both Victoria and south west Western Australia. Each chapter begins with a brief description of the location, followed by a section on where to find the birds, which describes specific birdwatching sites within the location's boundaries, and information on accommodation and facilities. The book also provides a comprehensive 'Bird Finding Guide', listing all of Australia's birds with details on their abundance and where exactly to see them. Of value to both Australian birdwatchers and international visitors, this book will assist novices, birders of intermediate skill and keen 'twitchers' to find any Australian species.
Publisher: CSIRO PUBLISHING
ISBN: 1486300847
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 621
Book Description
Finding Australian Birds is a guide to the special birds found across Australia's vastly varied landscapes. From the eastern rainforests to central deserts, Australia is home to some 900 species of birds. This book covers over 400 Australian bird watching sites conveniently grouped into the best birding areas, from one end of the country to the other. This includes areas such as Kakadu in the Top End and rocky gorges in the central deserts of the Northern Territory, the Great Barrier Reef in Queensland, rainforests distributed along the eastern Australian seaboard, some of the world's tallest forests in Tasmania, the Flinders Ranges and deserts along the iconic Strzelecki and Birdsville Tracks in South Australia, and the mallee temperate woodlands and spectacular coastlines in both Victoria and south west Western Australia. Each chapter begins with a brief description of the location, followed by a section on where to find the birds, which describes specific birdwatching sites within the location's boundaries, and information on accommodation and facilities. The book also provides a comprehensive 'Bird Finding Guide', listing all of Australia's birds with details on their abundance and where exactly to see them. Of value to both Australian birdwatchers and international visitors, this book will assist novices, birders of intermediate skill and keen 'twitchers' to find any Australian species.