Birds of North America: East: The Most Accessible Recognition Guide by Fred J. A

Description: Birds of North America: East by Fred J. Alsop, Smithsonian Institution Featuring over 1,000 photos of over 700 species, this book contains a superior visual format with more information than many other bird guides on the market. Each species receives its own full-page profile along with a precise description and annotated photos. Flexibound with flaps. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The most comprehensive identification guide to the birds of North America, Eastern Region.Discover 706 species of birds known to breed east of the 100th meridian in the United States and Canada with this indispensable reference guide to birdwatching! Published in association with Americas preeminent authority, the Smithsonian Institution, this birdwatching book includes: • Full-page profiles that combine precise descriptions, annotated photographs and artworks to highlight the key field marks of the species in each plumage • Similar species are shown and distinguishing characteristics are noted • Further information on the birds habits describes the typical song and other vocalizations, behavior, breeding, nesting, population and conservation concerns. • Typical flight patterns, nest locations, and shapes are described with clear icons and amplified in the text. Each birds range during summer, winter and migration is clearly shown on a map. From the Eastern Bluebirds and American Kestrel to the Blue Jay and Carolina Wren, this bird identification book reveals each species characteristics and behavior in unprecedented detail. It also details each birds life history in a concise and user-friendly format.The most commonly seen birds are shown in clear, full-color photographs along with images of similar bird species to make differentiation easy. Youll also learn more about rare birds and vagrants that occasionally stray into this region.Handbooks: Birds of North America - Eastern Region is the perfect bird field guide for both armchair bird enthusiasts and dedicated bird watchers in the United States and Canada. Author Biography Fred J. Alsop, III, is a professor, ornithologist, and writer who currently teaches at Eastern Tennessee State University. Alsop is known for his work on Birds of New England, Americas Backyard Birds, Birds of North America, and Habitat Partitioning and Niche Overlap of Two Forest Thrushes in the Southern Appalachian Spruce-Fir Forests. Review By partnering with the Smithsonian Institution and by using the popular photographically-rich design of the DK Handbook series, the books [Smithsonian Handbooks of Birds of North America (Eastern Region and Western Region)] promise to catch the attention of veteran and novice birders. With 750-plus pages per handbook, each species receives its own full-page profile, including a concise overview and color photos. The books also cover songs, behavior, breeding, population and conservation issues. (Birders World, June 2001) Review Quote By partnering with the Smithsonian Institution and by using the popular photographically-rich design of the DK Handbook series, the books [Smithsonian Handbooks of Birds of North America (Eastern Region and Western Region)] promise to catch the attention of veteran and novice birders. With 750-plus pages per handbook, each species receives its own full-page profile, including a concise overview and color photos. The books also cover songs, behavior, breeding, population and conservation issues. (Birders World, June 2001) Details ISBN0789471566 Pages 752 Language English ISBN-10 0789471566 ISBN-13 9780789471567 Media Book Format Paperback Illustrations Yes Year 2001 Residence US Short Title BIRDS OF NORTH AMER EASTERN RE DOI 10.1604/9780789471567 UK Release Date 2001-04-25 Country of Publication United States AU Release Date 2001-04-25 NZ Release Date 2001-04-25 US Release Date 2001-04-25 Place of Publication New York Author Smithsonian Institution Publisher DK Publication Date 2001-04-25 Imprint Dorling Kindersley Subtitle The Most Accessible Recognition Guide DEWEY 598.0974 Audience General Series DK Handbooks We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:8998923;

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