Download PDF National Geographic Backyard Guide to the Birds of North America National Geographic Backyard Guides Jonathan Alderfer Paul Hess 8580001044941 Books

Download As PDF : National Geographic Backyard Guide to the Birds of North America National Geographic Backyard Guides Jonathan Alderfer Paul Hess 8580001044941 Books

Essential for the millions of Americans who watch and feed birds in their backyards—whether experienced birders or new birding enthusiasts—from the experts at National Geographic and co-author of the popular and perennial best seller Field Guide to the Birds of North America.
 
No matter where you live—in the country, city, a high-rise or house—this handy guide will quench your curiosity about the feathered creatures in your midst. It features 150 of the most common and interesting birds likely to be observed at backyard feeders, nesting nearby or just migrating through. An indispensable visual index of all 150 species appears on the inside front and back laminated covers, making identification a snap.
 
Beginning with Backyard Basics, an easy-to-follow, richly illustrated presentation on observing and identifying birds—with tips on attracting and feeding your favorite birds, birdhouses, and bird-friendly landscapes to entice nesting—the book is full of National Geographic’s iconic field guide images and maps.
 
Core species on everyone’s list—such as robins, woodpeckers, bluebirds and chickadees—are featured in two-page spreads including practical tips with additional imagery. Sidebars captivate with interesting and little known facts.

Download PDF National Geographic Backyard Guide to the Birds of North America National Geographic Backyard Guides Jonathan Alderfer Paul Hess 8580001044941 Books

"This book is really nice, great pictures, and great information. I'm only dinging it a star because it does not have the boat-tailed grackle, my favorite bird. Maybe that's a bit silly, but it was disappointing to me. It's an easy book to navigate, but it's not a complete compendium of every bird out there. It's definitely a good and approachable guide for someone who is starting to get into bird watching, but would probably fall short for a more experienced bird watcher. I do like the pictures in it, because there's generally a number of pictures of each bird, making it easier to identify them."

Product details Series National Geographic Backyard Guides Paperback 256 pages Publisher National Geographic; National Geographic Backyard Guides edition (March 15, 2011) Language English ISBN-10 1426207204

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National Geographic Backyard Guide to the Birds of North America National Geographic Backyard Guides Jonathan Alderfer Paul Hess 8580001044941 Books Reviews :

National Geographic Backyard Guide to the Birds of North America National Geographic Backyard Guides Jonathan Alderfer Paul Hess 8580001044941 Books Reviews

• This is just what I needed. I am new to bird watching, and I am fascinated by the whole process. This book starts with what bird food to buy and where to place it. It shows which birds live in various areas. The book did say that most of the birds feed early---lets me out since I sleep late. However, there is a second feeling late afternoon. This explains why I am peering through my binoculars and seeing nothing around noon. Occasionally, a little bird shows up but not the crowd I expected. The pictures are lovely and the wealth of informations is wonderful. I have bought several books and find most books help to identify but give little information about the bird habits. Perhaps if I were a more sophisticated bird watcher I would need a more informative book---this one is a big help for me. It is all I need to identify, watch, and learn.
• Having read the reviews on this book and the other, more comprehensive (and expensive) NG bird book, I am pleased I made this choice so I could enjoy the birds in the small backyard in NJ. I should add that I am a visiting Brit, who has been enthralled by the range and colors of the local avian population. Like another reviewer, I find the 4-page colour index a quick and easy way of identifying the type of bird I'm looking at. The drawings are clear and accurate, include an easy-to-see distribution map, and make it easy to identify adults and juveniles, with key features clearly marked. Information on each species includes
  
  Identification (plumage, similar species, voice)
  Range (includes migration)
  Food (includes feeding)
  Nesting (nest, eggs,mfledgling)
  
  This little book will have a lot of use!
• As someone who previously relied on Audobon Society books, this one is hands down a must have for those with feeders that like to watch and identify who they are feeding. Mostly drawings, however they are superb renderings. A great resource. I bought this several years ago and recently bought my best friend a feeder and one of these to help her learn more about the indigenous birds in our area. AND, it is also a great price at $10.00 and some change. Great investment or gift for those that enjoy watching their "backyard" birds.
• This book is really nice, great pictures, and great information. I'm only dinging it a star because it does not have the boat-tailed grackle, my favorite bird. Maybe that's a bit silly, but it was disappointing to me. It's an easy book to navigate, but it's not a complete compendium of every bird out there. It's definitely a good and approachable guide for someone who is starting to get into bird watching, but would probably fall short for a more experienced bird watcher. I do like the pictures in it, because there's generally a number of pictures of each bird, making it easier to identify them.
• I have a 4 year that loves birds...we have several bird feeders and this is the first book I bought. It is a good book. Smaller in size, both inside covers fold out and have the page numbers listed. If you are buying this for a child, I would prob pick a book that offers more picks than this one...this one has great pictures, but is mostly informative and not a love of pictures. Obviously each type is pictured but there are more words than pictures by far. Great book as she gets older and can read the information herself. It does cover all major areas of study.
• This is a great little book for backyard bird watching. The pages are full of color photos to help you identify species. Very easy to use. I only wish the pictures of the species of birds would have been bigger. A great item for the beginning birdwatcher.
• Really nice looking book for a paper back. Good size. And not stingy with the amount of pages. Pictures are good and it is a totally enjoyable book especially for someone who does enjoy looking at the birds from their window. The book is very well done. Perfect for those that feed the birds in their back yard.
• Bird sighting & attracting songbirds are my new goals in birding. The photos in this book are rich in color. The information on how to attract, choosing bird feeders, planting to attract birds, & choosing better seeds & foods are exactly what I needed to know. Book size is compact enough for a small backpack if you are hiking locally. Listed are the main birds seen in North America. As I progress with my hobby to more serious birding, I will want a more inclusive book with a larger selection of birds and habitats. But for the beginner, I highly recommend this book. 5 stars for beginner.