The Complete Illustrated Encyclopedia Of North American Birds

Bird-watching is a phenomenally popular pastime, whether for seriously keen birders or those of us who would just love to identify the birds in our backyard. Written and compiled by experts and bird lovers, this comprehensive new encyclopedia covers everything you would ever want to know about our feathered friends.

A guide to seventy-eight of the most common birds of North America from the bald eagle to the winter wren. Explores the variety of species that live in habitats from the Arctic to the Everglades. Each entry includes text descriptions, full-color photographs, and maps showing the bird's distribution.

The bestselling natural history of birds, lavishly illustrated with 600 colorphotos, is now available for the first time in flexi binding.

Illustrated information on all aspects of bird life and biology of North America.

Did you know that marabou storks are known as "undertaker birds" and the spoonbill's bill is a highly specialized tool? From the flamingo to the hummingbird, the eagle to the ostrich, this encyclopedia profiles more than 400 species from every continent. It explains each bird's anatomy, habitat, distribution, lifecycle, and diet with informative, lively text, and features fact boxes, annotated illustrations, and maps.

National bestselling book: Featured on Midwest, Mountain Plains, New Atlantic, Northern, Pacific Northwest and Southern Regional Indie Bestseller Lists Perfect book for the birder and anti-birder alike A humorous look at 50 common North American dumb birds: For those who have a disdain for birds or bird lovers with a sense of humor, this snarky, illustrated handbook is equal parts profane, funny, and—let's face it—true. Featuring common North American birds, such as the White-Breasted Butt Nugget and the Goddamned Canada Goose (or White-Breasted Nuthatch and Canada Goose for the layperson), Matt Kracht identifies all the idiots in your backyard and details exactly why they suck with humorous, yet angry, ink drawings. With The Field Guide to Dumb Birds of North America, you won't need to wonder what all that racket is anymore! • Each entry is accompanied by facts about a bird's (annoying) call, its (dumb) migratory pattern, its (downright tacky) markings, and more. • The essential guide to all things wings with migratory maps, tips for birding, musings on the avian population, and the ethics of birdwatching. • Matt Kracht is an amateur birder, writer, and illustrator who enjoys creating books that celebrate the humor inherent in life's absurdities. Based in Seattle, he enjoys gazing out the window at the beautiful waters of Puget Sound and making fun of birds. "There are loads of books out there for bird lovers, but until now, nothing for those that love to hate birds. The Field Guide to Dumb Birds of North America fills the void, packed with snarky illustrations that chastise the flying animals in a funny, profane way. " – Uncrate A humorous animal book with 50 common North American birds for people who love birds and also those who love to hate birds • A perfect coffee table or bar top conversation-starting book • Makes a great Mother's Day, Father's Day, birthday, or retirement gift

From the best-selling Bird Songs series comes the most comprehensive bird book ever published. Bird Songs Bible covers the sights and sounds of every single breeding bird in North Americanearly 750 in all. This utterly distinctive package features a state-of-the-art digital audio player that brings to life the birds' songs and calls with the touch of a button. Written by a panel of ornithological experts and produced with the renowned Cornell Lab of Ornithology, this indispensable reference features lavish illustrations of the birds and their habitats, scientifically accurate range maps, and detailed information on distribution, habitat, behavior, and vocalizations. A beautiful keepsake object, Bird Songs Bible is an essential volume for the true bird lover.

A visual guide to animals, a detailed natural history introduction and over 1000 beautiful artworks.