Jonathan Alderfer – författare

This comprehensive and beloved guide reveals the most ubiquitous andremarkable species of North American birds, clearly organized by family andpaired with identification tips, behavior, vocal descriptions, and more. The newedition features a "Backyard Basics" section from the world's most prolificbirdwatcher, Noah Strycker, with tips on attracting and feeding your favoritebirds and creating bird-friendly landscapes. Also included are updateddescriptions of 150 common North American species, paired withcomprehensive range maps, as well as lush indentification artwork andbite-sized facts. With new contributions from Strycker and a modern redesign,the second edition of this perennial favorite will appeal to new and experiencedbird enthusiasts alike.

This desk reference is the most up-to-date and comprehensive source of knowledge on North American bird identification, distribution, behavior, habitat, and conservation concerns available today.More an encyclopedia than a field guide, National Geographic's Complete Birds is a browsable treasure trove of facts. This comprehensive volume profiles every bird observable in the continental United States and Canada, featuring species accounts with details that include calls and songs, breeding behaviors, molting patterns, and the vast extent of their polar and neotropical migrations. The precision maps, illuminating photographs, and more than 4,000 exquisite pieces of annotated art make this the biggest and best bird book ever.This third edition, thoroughly updated, includes: Information on more than 1,000 species and subspeciesOverviews of every familyOrganization reflecting current taxonomy850 range maps, more than half updated since the last editionSidebars on identification challenges such as distinguishing between Bay-breasted and Blackpoll Warblers in fall or separating the various species of white egretsThese 752 pages add up to a lifetime of learning for all devoted birders, from those just beginning birders to those who have been building their life lists for decades.Bird lovers will appreciate many other titles from National Geographic, including: Field Guide to the Birds of North AmericaBackyard Guide to the Birds of North AmericaHow to Know the BirdsBirds of the Photo Ark