Price: $7.47
| Condition: |
Good: A book that has been read but is in good condition. Very minimal damage to the cover including scuff |
Publication Year: | 2011 |
| Format: | Paperback | Language: | English |
| ISBN: |
9781426207204 |
EAN: |
9781426207204 |
| Synopsis | |
| Essential for the estimated 62 million Americans who watch and feed birds in their backyards–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. No matter where we livehigh-rise or house, arid climate or humid, urban area or countryone creature binds us together like no other: the bird. In North America alone, 60 million people identify themselves as bird-watchers, and most hone their skills right in their own backyards. Now, there’s a book for every family who wants to learn more about the birds they love. Chapters cover all aspects of birding in an easy, accessible way. Vivid illustrations of 150 common species make identification a snap. Tips on feeding, birdhouses, and bird-friendly landscapes show how to attract birds to any environment for optimal viewing. Even children can get in on the action with a section devoted to kid-friendly projects and activities. To round out this ultimate one-stop resource, readers will find expert advice on bird songs, birding optics, and bird photography. | |
| Product Identifiers | |
| ISBN-10 | 1426207204 |
| ISBN-13 | 9781426207204 |
| eBay Product ID (ePID) | 92624644 |
| Key Details | |
| Author | Jon L. Dunn, Jonathan Alderfer, Louise Zemaitis, Paul Hess |
| Number Of Pages | 256 pages |
| Series | National Geographic Backyard Guides |
| Format | Paperback |
| Publication Date | 2011-03-15 |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | National Geographic Society |
| Publication Year | 2011 |
| Additional Details | |
| Copyright Date | 2011 |
| Illustrated | Yes |
| Dimensions | |
| Weight | 15.3 Oz |
| Height | 0.6 In. |
| Width | 5.4 In. |
| Length | 8 In. |
| Target Audience | |
| Group | Trade |
| Classification Method | |
| LCCN | 2010-043877 |
| LC Classification Number | QL681.A57 2011 |
| Dewey Decimal | 598.097 |
| Dewey Edition | 22 |
| Reviews | |
| “Like everything published by the National Geographic Society, it’s first rate&many of the bird illustrations painted by the foremost birding artist Jonathan Alderfer&What sets [it] apart is the inclusion of photographs, lists of preferred foods and nesting habitats, seasonal range maps, and keys to identification — all tailored toward the backyard birder. Plain Dealer (Cleveland) “A great book to give to those backyard birdwatchers in your life–or any friend or neighbor who might appreciate the birds in their yard&attractively designed and chock-full of useful and interesting information&provides many ways to approach, identify, and enjoy birds. Each section includes noteworthy features that make it not only beautiful but useful.” The Birdchaser “A handy-sized, easy-to-use tool for backyard birding&The information on each species is superb&fascinating nuggets” Birdfreak.com “Valuable, as both a reference and as a ‘browsing’ book.” Bird Watchers Digest “Like everything published by the National Geographic Society, it’s first rate’Šmany of the bird illustrations painted by the foremost birding artist Jonathan Alderfer’ŠWhat sets [it] apart is the inclusion of photographs, lists of preferred foods and nesting habitats, seasonal range maps, and keys to identification — all tailored toward the backyard birder. Plain Dealer (Cleveland) “A great book to give to those backyard birdwatchers in your life–or any friend or neighbor who might appreciate the birds in their yard’Šattractively designed and chock-full of useful and interesting information’Šprovides many ways to approach, identify, and enjoy birds. Each section includes noteworthy features that make it not only beautiful but useful.” The Birdchaser “A handy-sized, easy-to-use tool for backyard birding’ŠThe information on each species is superb’Šfascinating nuggets’Š” Birdfreak.com “Valuable, as both a reference and as a ‘browsing’ book.” â Bird Watchers Digest âLike everything published by the National Geographic Society, it’s first rate&many of the bird illustrations painted by the foremost birding artist Jonathan Alderfer&What sets [it] apart is the inclusion of photographs, lists of preferred foods and nesting habitats, seasonal range maps, and keys to identification — all tailored toward the backyard birder. â Plain Dealer (Cleveland) âA great book to give to those backyard birdwatchers in your life–or any friend or neighbor who might appreciate the birds in their yard&attractively designed and chock-full of useful and interesting information&provides many ways to approach, identify, and enjoy birds. Each section includes noteworthy features that make it not only beautiful but useful.â âThe Birdchaser âA handy-sized, easy-to-use tool for backyard birding&The information on each species is superb&fascinating nuggetsâ âBirdfreak.com “Valuable, as both a reference and as a ‘browsing’ book.” – Bird Watchers Digest “Like everything published by the National Geographic Society, it’s first rate&many of the bird illustrations painted by the foremost birding artist Jonathan Alderfer&What sets [it] apart is the inclusion of photographs, lists of preferred foods and nesting habitats, seasonal range maps, and keys to identification — all tailored toward the backyard birder. – Plain Dealer (Cleveland) “A great book to give to those backyard birdwatchers in your life–or any friend or neighbor who might appreciate the birds in their yard&attractively designed and chock-full of useful and interesting information&provides many ways to approach, identify, and enjoy birds. Each section includes noteworthy features that make it not only beautiful but useful.” –The Birdchaser “A handy-sized, easy-to-use tool for backyard birding&The information on each species is superb&fascinating nuggets” –Birdfreak.com “Valuable, as both a reference and as a ‘browsing’ book.” Bird Watchers Digest “Like everything published by the National Geographic Society, it’s first rate&many of the bird illustrations painted by the foremost birding artist Jonathan Alderfer&What sets [it] apart is the inclusion of photographs, lists of preferred foods and nesting habitats, seasonal range maps, and keys to identification — all tailored toward the backyard birder. Plain Dealer (Cleveland) “A great book to give to those backyard birdwatchers in your life–or any friend or neighbor who might appreciate the birds in their yard&attractively designed and chock-full of useful and interesting information&provides many ways to approach, identify, and enjoy birds. Each section includes noteworthy features that make it not only beautiful but useful.” The Birdchaser “A handy-sized, easy-to-use tool for backyard birding&The information on each species is superb&fascinating nuggets” Birdfreak.com âLike everything published by the National Geographic Society, it’s first rate&many of the bird illustrations painted by the foremost birding artist Jonathan Alderfer&What sets [it] apart is the inclusion of photographs, lists of preferred foods and nesting habitats, seasonal range maps, and keys to identification — all tailored toward the backyard birder. â Plain Dealer (Cleveland) âA great book to give to those backyard birdwatchers in your life–or any friend or neighbor who might appreciate the birds in their yard&attractively designed and chock-full of useful and interesting information&provides many ways to approach, identify, and enjoy birds. Each section includes noteworthy features that make it not only beautiful but useful.â âThe Birdchaser âA handy-sized, easy-to-use tool for backyard birding&The information on each species is superb&fascinating nuggetsâ âBirdfreak.com “Like everything published by the National Geographic Society, it’s first rate&many of the bird illustrations painted by the foremost birding artist Jonathan Alderfer&What sets [it] apart is the inclusion of photographs, lists of preferred foods and nesting habitats, seasonal range maps, and keys to identification — all tailored toward the backyard birder. – Plain Dealer (Cleveland) “A great book to give to those backyard birdwatchers in your life–or any friend or neighbor who might appreciate the birds in their yard&attractively designed and chock-full of useful and interesting information&provides many ways to approach, identify, and enjoy birds. Each section includes noteworthy features that make it not only beautiful but useful.” –The Birdchaser “A handy-sized, easy-to-use tool for backyard birding&The information on each species is superb&fascinating nuggets” –Birdfreak.com | |
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