What's That Bird?: Getting to Know the Birds Around You, Coast to Coast

by Joseph Choiniere, Claire Mowbray Golding, James Robins (Illustrator)

This colorful guide introduces beginning birders of all ages to the wonders of the avian world. With profiles of 30 North American birds detailing their color, size, habitat, and calls, you’ll quickly learn to identify the birds in your neighborhood. Additional sections on bird anatomy and behavior, ideas for keeping a bird-watching journal, instructions for building a nesting box, and tips for where to find specific species will have you exploring all the joys of birding in no time.

Genres: Birds, Nature

128 pages, Paperback

First published January 15, 2005

Reviews

[Emmy · Rating 4 out of 5]

A great introduction to birding. Would most recommend for parents and children to read together, as a way to learn about birds, how to find them, and how best to protect them. Parts were clearly written with children in mind, but adults will also find a lot of enjoy about this book.