Birding 101

Author : David Allen Sibley
Publisher : Knopf
Page : 168 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2008-12-18
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780307545978

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Sibley's Birding Basics by David Allen Sibley Pdf

From the renowned author of the New York Times best seller The Sibley Guide to Birds, a comprehensive, beautifully illustrated guide to identifying birds in the field. Sibley's Birding Basics is an essential companion for birders of all skill and experience levels. With Sibley as your guide, learn how to interpret what the feathers, the anatomical structure, the sounds of a bird tell you. When you know the clues that show you why there’s no such thing as, for example, “just a duck” birding will be more fun, and more meaningful. An essential addition to the Sibley shelf! The Sibley Guide to Birds and The Sibley Guide to Bird Life and Behavior are both universally acclaimed as the new standard source of species information. And now David Sibley, America’s premier birder and best-known bird artist, turns his attention to the general characteristics that influence the appearance of all birds, unlocking the clues to their identity. In 200 beautifully rendered illustrations and 16 essays, this scientifically precise volume distills the essence of Sibley’s own experience and skills, providing a solid introduction to “naming” the birds. Birding Basics reviews how one can get started as a birder—the equipment necessary, where and when to go birding, and perhaps most important, the essential things to look for when birds appear in the field—as well as the basic concepts of bird identification and the variations that can change the appearance of a bird over time or in different settings. Sibley also provides critical information on the aspects of avian life that differ from species to species: feathers (color, arrangement, shape, molt), behavior and habitat, and sounds.

Author : The,Waterford Press
Publisher : All about Birds Pocket Guide
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2017-05-16
Category : Young Adult Nonfiction
ISBN : 1620052296

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Birding 101 by The,Waterford Press Pdf

This handy 12-panel folding pocket guide puts basic birding skills at your fingertips, explaining techniques that allow you to sort birds into categories for easier ID. It covers equipment needs and tools for the beginning birder, as well as tips to attract birds to your backyard. Created in collaboration with the Cornell Lab of Ornithology.

Author : Seymore Gulls
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2021-07-25
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1737169800

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Neighborhood Birding 101 by Seymore Gulls Pdf

A clear and concise bird identification guide featuring the most common neighborhood birds found in Washington, Oregon, and Northern California. It includes 158 diagnostic bird photos of 110 different bird species with highlighted field marks and fun facts.

Author : Margaret A. Barker,Elissa Ruth Wolfson,National Audubon Society
Publisher : Cool Springs Press
Page : 178 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2021-06-15
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9780760368633

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The Birdhouse Book by Margaret A. Barker,Elissa Ruth Wolfson,National Audubon Society Pdf

The Audubon Birdhouse Book is the most authoritative book available for creating safe, sturdy, and easy-to-build homes for many of North America’s favorite birds. This updated second edition includes important new and timely topics including impacts of climate change on birds, nestbox monitoring for community science, native plants, and how birders can help birds. Produced in association with the National Audubon Society, Audubon Birdhouse Book explains how to build and place functional DIY bird homes that are safe and appropriate for more than 20 classic North American species, from wrens to raptors. Each of the easy-to-build boxes and shelves within is accompanied by cut lists, specially created line diagrams, and step-by-step photography, making the projects accessible to those with even the most rudimentary woodworking skills. In addition, this practical and beautifully presented guide is packed with color photography and information about the bird species covered: Wrens, Warblers, Bluebirds, Flycatchers, Swallows, Titmice, Owls, Flickers, Kestrels, Chickadees, Ducks, Mergansers, Swallows, Doves, Swallows, Robins, Finches, Phoebes, Loons, Swifts, Herons, and Ospreys. Detailed information will help you properly place and maintain the homes to attract birds. And because these projects are the product of years of experience and field-testing, you can be sure you’re getting the best advice regarding proper design, safe construction materials, and correct home placement to mitigate exposure to elements, pests, and predators. Finally, beyond the birdhouses, you’ll find out how you can contribute to the larger birding community and even enhance your birding experience.

Author : Jonathan K. Alderfer,Jon Lloyd Dunn,National Geographic Society (U.S.)
Publisher : National Geographic Books
Page : 748 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781426213731

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National Geographic Complete Birds of North America by Jonathan K. Alderfer,Jon Lloyd Dunn,National Geographic Society (U.S.) Pdf

"Companion to National Geographic field guide to the birds of North America"--Cover.

Author : Joe Kraynak
Publisher : Que Publishing
Page : 1130 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Electronic books
ISBN : 9780789734082

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Que's Official Internet Yellow Pages by Joe Kraynak Pdf

Information online is not stored or organized in any logical fashion, but this reference attempts to organize and catalog a small portion of the Web in a single resource of the best sites in each category.

Author : Kenn Kaufman
Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Page : 396 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 0618574239

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Kaufman Field Guide to Birds of North America by Kenn Kaufman Pdf

Collects photographs, range maps, and descriptive entries identifying the markings, habits, habitat, and voice of each species.

Author : Tom Stephenson,Scott Whittle
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 561 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2013-07-08
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781400846863

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The Warbler Guide by Tom Stephenson,Scott Whittle Pdf

A field guide that revolutionizes warbler identification Warblers are among the most challenging birds to identify. They exhibit an array of seasonal plumages and have distinctive yet oft-confused calls and songs. The Warbler Guide enables you to quickly identify any of the 56 species of warblers in the United States and Canada. This groundbreaking guide features more than 1,000 stunning color photos, extensive species accounts with multiple viewing angles, and an entirely new system of vocalization analysis that helps you distinguish songs and calls. The Warbler Guide revolutionizes birdwatching, making warbler identification easier than ever before. For more information, please see the author videos on the Princeton University Press website. Covers all 56 species of warblers in the United States and Canada Visual quick finders help you identify warblers from any angle Song and call finders make identification easy using a few simple questions Uses sonograms to teach a new system of song identification that makes it easier to understand and hear differences between similar species Detailed species accounts show multiple views with diagnostic points, direct comparisons of plumage and vocalizations with similar species, and complete aging and sexing descriptions New aids to identification include song mnemonics and icons for undertail pattern, color impression, habitat, and behavior Includes field exercises, flight shots, general identification strategies, and quizzes A complete, page-by-page audio companion to all of the 1,000-plus songs and calls covered by the book is available for purchase and download from the Cornell Lab of Ornithology's Macaulay Library by using the link at www.TheWarblerGuide.com

Author : Marie Read
Publisher : Rocky Nook, Inc.
Page : 340 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2018-12-11
Category : Photography
ISBN : 9781681983646

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Mastering Bird Photography by Marie Read Pdf

In Mastering Bird Photography: The Art, Craft, and Technique of Photographing Birds and Their Behavior, acclaimed bird photographer and author Marie Read shares techniques and stories behind her compelling images, offering fresh insights into making successful bird photographs, whether you’re out in the field or in the comfort of your own backyard.

In this richly illustrated book, you’ll learn how to be in the right place at the right time and how to obtain tack sharp portraits. Marie then teaches you to take your skills to the next level in order to capture action shots, illustrate birds in their habitats, and portray birds in evocative and artistic ways.

Building on basic technical topics such as camera choice, lens choice, and camera settings, Marie reveals how fieldcraft, compositional decisions, and knowledge of bird behavior contribute greatly to a successful bird photograph. Captions for the over 400 images contained in the book provide details on the equipment used, as well as camera settings. Throughout the book, bird behavior insights provide bird photographers of all skill levels a wealth of essential insider information that will help you produce images that stand out from the crowd.

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Author : Derek Lovitch
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 205 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2021-08-10
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781400841776

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How to Be a Better Birder by Derek Lovitch Pdf

The essential tools you need to become a better birder This unique illustrated handbook provides all the essential tools you need to become a better birder. Here Derek Lovitch offers a more effective way to go about identification—he calls it the "Whole Bird and More" approach—that will enable you to identify more birds, more quickly, more of the time. He demonstrates how to use geography and an understanding of habitats, ecology, and even the weather to enrich your birding experience and help you find something out of the ordinary. Lovitch shows how to track nocturnal migrants using radar, collect data for bird conservation, discover exciting rarities, develop patch lists—and much more. This is the ideal resource for intermediate and advanced birders. Whether you want to build a bigger list or simply learn more about birds, How to Be a Better Birder will take your birding skills to the next level. Explains the "Whole Bird and More" approach to bird identification Demonstrates how to use geography, habitats, ecology, and the weather to be a better birder Shows how to bird at night using radar, collect conservation data, develop patch lists—and more Offers essential tools for intermediate and advanced birders

Author : Gloria A. Tveten
Publisher : Texas A&M University Press
Page : 268 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1585443808

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Our Life With Birds by Gloria A. Tveten Pdf

For over 25 years the Tvetens wrote a weekly column for the Houston Chronicle called Nature Trails. This is the best of their writings on birds.

Author : Chris Fisher,John Acorn
Publisher : Lone Pine Publishing
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Bird watching
ISBN : 1551051737

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Birds of Alberta by Chris Fisher,John Acorn Pdf

This illustrated field guide helps readers identify, understand and appreciate the birds of Alberta. It contains full-colour illustrations and detailed descriptions of 388 species, with each account including information on: * Size * Status * Habitat * Nesting * Feeding * Voice * Similar species cross-referenced * Best sites for viewing * Range maps showing seasonal occurrences of the bird and migration routes. * Colour-coded header bars and a quick reference guide make finding information fast and easy. Also includes a glossary of terms and a birder's checklist.

Author : Cornell Lab of Ornithology
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 292 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2022-03-01
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780691230061

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All About Birds Southeast by Cornell Lab of Ornithology Pdf

The perfect guide to the birds of the southeastern United States, from the #1 birding website AllAboutBirds.org The All About Birds Regional Field-Guide Series brings birding enthusiasts the best information from the renowned Cornell Lab of Ornithology’s website, AllAboutBirds.org, used by more than 21 million people each year. These definitive books provide the most up-to-date resources and expert coverage on bird species throughout North America. This dynamic guide is the perfect companion for anyone interested in the birds of the southeastern United States. The guide offers fascinating details about the birds around you, useful bird ID tips, and handy bird-watching information. It presents full accounts of the 210 species most commonly seen in the Southeast; beautiful photographs of male, female, and immature birds, as well as morphs, and breeding and nonbreeding plumage (so you can ID birds all year long); current range maps; and so much more. The southeastern USA edition of All About Birds is easy to use and easy to share. This volume features the following states: Alabama, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia, as well as Washington, DC. Descriptions of 210 bird species, including four photos for each bird chosen specifically for better ID and sourced from the Macaulay Library (a collection of bird photos from citizen scientists) Quick and easy index with illustrations on cover flaps, with complete index at the back Information on Cornell Lab citizen-science programs and how to participate Bonus content includes identification best practices and tips on bird photography, birdscaping, food and feeding, and more Free MERLIN Bird ID app (downloaded more than 5 million times) for quick ID in the wild using photos and birdsong

Author : Cornell Lab of Ornithology
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 300 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2022-03
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780691990057

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All About Birds California by Cornell Lab of Ornithology Pdf

"Features fascinating details about the birds around you, useful bird ID tips, and handy bird-watching information. It presents full accounts of 218 species commonly seen in this popular state; beautiful photographs of male, female, and immature birds, as well as morphs, and breeding and nonbreeding plumage (so you can ID birds all year long); current range maps; and so much more"--

Author : Cornell Lab of Ornithology
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 280 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2022-03
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780691990026

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All About Birds Northeast by Cornell Lab of Ornithology Pdf

The perfect guide to the birds of the northeastern United States and eastern Canada, from the #1 birding website AllAboutBirds.org The All About Birds Regional Field-Guide Series brings birding enthusiasts the best information from the renowned Cornell Lab of Ornithology’s website, AllAboutBirds.org, used by more than 21 million people each year. These definitive books provide the most up-to-date resources and expert coverage on bird species throughout North America. This dynamic guide is the perfect companion for anyone interested in the birds of the northeastern United States and eastern Canada. The guide offers fascinating details about the birds around you, useful bird ID tips, and handy bird-watching information. It presents full accounts of the 198 species most commonly seen in these regions; beautiful photographs of male, female, and immature birds, as well as morphs, and breeding and nonbreeding plumage (so you can ID birds all year long); current range maps; and so much more. The northeastern USA and eastern Canada edition of All About Birds is easy to use and easy to share. This volume features the following states, provinces, and territories: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Quebec, Labrador, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, eastern Ontario, and eastern Nunavut. Descriptions of 198 bird species, including four photos for each bird chosen specifically for better ID and sourced from the Macaulay Library (a collection of bird photos from citizen scientists) Quick and easy index with illustrations on cover flaps, with complete index at the back Information on Cornell Lab citizen-science programs and how to participate Bonus content includes identification best practices and tips on photography, birdscaping, food and feeding, and more Free MERLIN Bird ID app (downloaded more than 5 million times) for quick ID in the wild using photos and birdsong