Best Places To Bird In British Columbia

Author : Richard Cannings,Russell Cannings
Publisher : Greystone Books Ltd
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2017-04-22
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781771641531

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Best Places to Bird in British Columbia by Richard Cannings,Russell Cannings Pdf

In this unique guidebook that will appeal to novice and experienced birders alike, the authors of acclaimed Birdfinding in British Columbia explore their 30 favorite birding sites in the diverse landscape of Canada’s westernmost province. More detailed and more personal than the Cannings’ previous books, and illustrated with more than 30 color photographs of birds and locales, and 28 maps, Best Places to Bird in British Columbia introduces some sites that will be familiar favorites for readers, while others may come as a surprise. Readers can choose their destination by species—each chapter has a list of “Specialty Birds,” the ornithological highlights of a trip to the area in question—or by geography—each chapter is named for its region and includes detailed information not only on how to get there but also on how to make the most of being there. Personal anecdotes, historical background, and ornithological information make this an indispensable guide to exploring the best birding sites B.C. has to offer and learning more about its bird population.

Author : Richard Cannings,Russell Cannings
Publisher : Greystone Books Ltd
Page : 480 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781771000031

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Birdfinding in British Columbia by Richard Cannings,Russell Cannings Pdf

From Canada's top birding team comes the definitive guide to finding birds in British Columbia. Veteran naturalist and birdfinder Richard Cannings and his son, Russell, a gifted birder in his own right, use their combined knowledge and expertise to guide readers to the best birding sites in the province. The book is divided into eleven regions, from Vancouver Island to the Far North, providing bird lovers with detailed information about how to reach the best sites to look for birds, when to look for them, and what they might find. Packed with descriptions of the natural history, ecosystems, and diverse landscapes of British Columbia and accompanied by numerous maps, this thorough guide is enhanced by Donald Gunn's charming line drawings and the authors' infectious enthusiasm, making it a must-have for novice and expert birders alike.

Author : Richard James Cannings,Hal Opperman,Tom Aversa
Publisher : Heritage House Publishing Co
Page : 436 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1894384962

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Birds of Southwestern British Columbia by Richard James Cannings,Hal Opperman,Tom Aversa Pdf

Annotation This beautiful little volume will delight and inspire bird lovers who live in or are visiting southwestern BC. An amazing amount of useful information is packed into this handy, portable guide, which will appeal both to experienced birders wanting to learn more about the behaviour and habitat of local species and to beginners who are still learning to identify them. Along with rich, full-colour photos of each species, you'll find a map of the region covered, information on birding equipment, habitat descriptions, and tips on when to go birding and how to attract birds to your yard. Pages are colour-coded according to related species, and the guide is organised by families so that related species are shown together.

Author : Kenneth Burrell,Michael Burrell
Publisher : Greystone Books Ltd
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2019-05-07
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781771643658

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Best Places to Bird in Ontario by Kenneth Burrell,Michael Burrell Pdf

An insider’s guide to the best birding in Ontario, featuring thirty highly recommended sites. It’s no secret: Ontario’s rich natural landscape and diverse wildlife provides some of the most exceptional birdwatching Canada has to offer, attracting thousands of bird-lovers each year. In this user-friendly guidebook, local experts Mike and Ken Burrell show us why. Outlining thirty of their personal favorite spots at which to enjoy the province’s birding, they take readers on an avian tour from Point Pelee to Moosonee, Rainy River to Cornwall. Along the way, they draw from their extensive experience as professional birding guides and field biologists to share insider tips for spotting more than three hundred unique species, advice for exactly when and where to go for the best results, and helpful hints for finding rarely seen birds. Finally, they provide detailed instructions for accessing and enjoying each of the highly recommended sites. Ranging from beloved classics to remote hidden gems, many of these locales are within driving distance of Toronto, Hamilton, or Ottawa; some are even accessible on foot; and each is as spectacular as the last. With clear maps, beautiful color photos, and a wealth of useful information, Best Places to Bird in Ontario is an invaluable resource that will delight first-time and experienced birders alike.

Author : Richard Cannings,Tom Aversa,Hal Opperman
Publisher : Heritage House Publishing Co
Page : 462 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2016-05-27
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781927527566

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Birds of British Columbia and the Pacific Northwest by Richard Cannings,Tom Aversa,Hal Opperman Pdf

Discover more than four hundred bird species in Birds of British Columbia and the Pacific Northwest-the quintessential guide for serious birders or those who are ready to take their bird-watching to the next level. Renowned bird experts Richard Cannings, Tom Aversa, and Hal Opperman present a complete account for each of the hundreds of species that call this region home, including maps and gorgeous photographs by some of the top bird photographers in BC and the Pacific Northwest. You will learn to identify a vast array of bird species, from the Western Tanager to the Northern Pygmy Owl to the American Kestrel, and learn about their status, distribution, and habitat associations. With a wide territorial range that extends from British Columbia south to Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and parts of western Montana and Wyoming, this is the most complete and comprehensive guide of its kind on the market.

Author : John Acorn,Alan Smith,Nicola Koper
Publisher : Greystone Books Ltd
Page : 227 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2018-05-05
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781771643276

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Best Places to Bird in the Prairies by John Acorn,Alan Smith,Nicola Koper Pdf

Three local experts reveal their favorite places to watch birds in Alberta, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan. In Best Places to Bird in the Prairies, three of Canada’s top birders reveal their favorite destinations for spotting local birds in Alberta, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan. They highlight thirty-six highly recommended sites, each of which has been expertly selected for the unique species that reside there. With exclusive lists of specialty birds, splendid color photography, and plenty of insider tips for finding and identifying birdlife year-round, the book is accessible and easy-to-use—an indispensable resource that will inspire both novice and seasoned birders to put on their walking shoes, grab their binoculars, and start exploring. The destinations they feature are as varied as the birds that are found there, ranging from rural to urban, easily accessible to remote. The authors provide clear maps, detailed directions, and alternative routes wherever possible to ensure the experience is satisfying for first-time visitors and experienced birders alike.

Author : Richard Cannings
Publisher : Heritage House Publishing Co
Page : 452 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Nature
ISBN : 189497459X

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Birds of Interior BC and the Rockies by Richard Cannings Pdf

Birdwatching is one of America's most popular activities, but many field guides are so comprehensive or advanced that they intimidate novice birders. Covering the region north of the U.S. border, south of Prince George, east of Manning Park and west into the Rockies, Birds of Interior BC and the Rockies is for beginning and intermediate birders who wish to identify the birds they regularly spot in this area. However, the book will also appeal to more experienced local and visiting birders who want to learn more about the behavior, habitat and seasonal occurrence of local birds. Packed with useful information, this handy, portable guide tells you how to identify local birds, find out where they live and what they eat, how to attract birds to your yard and how to select a pair of binoculars. Identification is made easy with more than 400 sharp, full-color photos illustrating over 200 species of birds, in the plumage most likely seen in the region and color-coded by species. There's even a checklist to record your sightings.

Author : Glenn Bartley
Publisher : Heritage House Publishing Co
Page : 158 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781927051696

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Birds of British Columbia by Glenn Bartley Pdf

More species of birds breed in British Columbia annually than anywhere else in Canada. Additionally, hundreds of migratory birds spend a portion of the year here, making BC a birdwatcher's paradise. It doesn't matter if you're a gung-ho, out-in-the-field birdwatcher or if you enjoy winged friends from the serenity of your back porch, Birds of British Columbia is an easy way to get the best views of more than 100 of the different birds in this province. From the rare Marbled Murrelet to the common Steller's Jay, ferocious falcons to timid towhees, Glenn Bartley has captured the beauty of BC's feathered fliers in this stunning collection of photographs. Whether you're looking for an elusive Boreal Owl or simply want to revel in the magnificence of a swooping Peregrine Falcon, Bartley's incredible photographs of birds in their natural habitats will make even the ubiquitous gull look extraordinary.

Author : Keith Taylor
Publisher : Steller Press
Page : 264 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Bird watching
ISBN : 1894143000

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The Birder's Guide - British Columbia by Keith Taylor Pdf

A walking guide to over 130 bird watching sites. Information on habitats and seasonal bird sightings for each site. Checklists of species for quick reference including the best times for sightings. Maps to make planning easier."British Columbia is a veritable treasure trove of natural wonders, a living natural history museum. Early summer (June through early July) is the best time as the weather is at its best and all of the 249 breeding species are singing throughout the province.” KT

Author : Ann Nightingale,Claudia Copley
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0772665753

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Nature Guide to the Victoria Region by Ann Nightingale,Claudia Copley Pdf

The Victoria region is a natural wonderland--one of the most biologically rich areas of the country, with many plants and animals found nowhere else in Canada. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned naturalist, a visitor or a resident, this book will give you the knowledge you need to get the most out of your explorations of southeastern Vancouver Island. Ten local experts have contributed their knowledge about all things natural in this region, from mushrooms and dragonflies to owls and whales. They describe the species most likely to be seen here, and direct you to the best places to see them. Nature Guide to the Victoria Region is designed to help you understand the variety of habitats and natural wonders awaiting your discovery, all in a portable, easy-to-read format. It includes beautiful full-colour photographs, checklists and a map of all the great places to visit.

Author : National Audubon Society,National Wildlife Federation,Roger Tory Peterson Institute
Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Page : 334 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 1990
Category : Nature
ISBN : 039597500X

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Advanced Birding by National Audubon Society,National Wildlife Federation,Roger Tory Peterson Institute Pdf

Covering thirty-five of the most difficult groups of birds, from winter loons to confusing fall warblers, jaegers to chickadees, accipiters to flycatchers, this clearly written and beautifully illustrated field guide tells exactly how to solve the most challenging bird identification problems of North America.

Author : Vancouver Natural History Society
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Bird watching
ISBN : 1552852075

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The Birder's Guide to Vancouver and the Lower Mainland by Vancouver Natural History Society Pdf

Finally, the longtime bible for Vancouver-area bird-watchers is available in an updated, revised edition with color photos. An authoritative guide to the best locations for bird-watching throughout British Columbia's Lower Mainland.

Author : David M. Mark
Publisher : New Westminster, B.C. : Kestrel Press
Page : 122 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 1984
Category : Bird watching
ISBN : 096908501X

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Where to Find Birds in British Columbia by David M. Mark Pdf

Author : Nature Vancouver
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2016-04-16
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1550177478

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The Birder's Guide to Vancouver and the Lower Mainland by Nature Vancouver Pdf

Birding is one of the fastest-growing hobbies in North America--one in five Canadians enjoy identifying, photographing or filming birds. With easy access to coastal mountains, marshes and mudflats of the Fraser delta, temperate rainforest, and rocky shores of the Pacific Ocean, the Vancouver area is a wonderful destination for birdwatchers. Of the 450 species found in Canada, over 400 can be seen in the Lower Mainland. Now expanded with all-new colour maps and more than 100 additional colour photographs, this guide explores thirty-three local birding areas that attract significant numbers of species throughout the year. Each area has a description, brand new walking map and information on the seasonal variations in species. Driving directions are also included. Information is also organized by species, and the final two sections of the book include graphs of the seasonal status of local birds as well as tips on where to find certain sought-after species at different times of the year. Compiled by local experts, The Birder's Guide to Vancouver and the Lower Mainland has long been considered the bible for Vancouver-area birdwatchers and essential reading for visiting and local bird enthusiasts alike--and it's now better than ever.

Author : Wayne Campbell,Neil K. Dawe,Ian McTaggart-Cowan,John M. Cooper,Gary W. Kaiser,Michael C.E. McNall
Publisher : UBC Press
Page : 748 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2007-11-01
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780774844352

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Birds of British Columbia, Volume 4 by Wayne Campbell,Neil K. Dawe,Ian McTaggart-Cowan,John M. Cooper,Gary W. Kaiser,Michael C.E. McNall Pdf

This much-awaited final volume of The Birds of British Columbia completes what some have called one of the most important regional ornithological works in North America. It is the culmination of more than 25 years of effort by the authors who, with the assistance of thousands of dedicated volunteers throughout the province, have created the basic reference work on the avifauna of British Columbia.