Birds of Oregon: A General Reference

by David B. Marshall, Matthew G. Hunter, Alan L. Contreras

The definitive source for Oregon ornithology, "Birds of Oregon" is a comprehensive reference to the 486 bird species now known to occur in the state. It combines what is known today about the population status and distribution of each species with current knowledge on their habitats and life histories. "Birds of Oregon" provides interested citizens with a basic understanding of Oregon’s rich bird life and serves as an invaluable reference for birders and wildlife professionals.

Genres: Guides, Birds, Nonfiction, Animals

768 pages, Hardcover

First published April 10, 2003

Reviews

[Timothy Werth · Rating 4 out of 5]

My first birding book. I still usually pull it out before Sibley’s, especially since it is more locally focused.

[Christine · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great reference/field guide.

[Chelsea · Rating 5 out of 5]

So useful. We started a list! I want to travel to eastern Oregon to see the wild swans!

[Lafcadio · Rating 3 out of 5]

While this book is not as good for serious birders (try National Geographic or Stokes), it is great for introducing children to birds. The information is completely accessible to young minds.

"The male can sing more than 400 different song types, and he can imitate other birds, barking dogs and even musical instruments."

"Hidden in cracks and crevices, Rock wren nests typically have their entrances paved with a few (or up to 1500!) small pebbles, bones, shells and other flat items."

Two random excerpts of bird info from this book in easily understandable language and using examples that make sense to people who know nothing about birds.

I heart Lone Pine field guides.

[Donna · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was the first birding book I bought when I moved to Oregon and saw all sorts of new birds in my backyard. I'd never been into birding until then. It's a great starter book for the casual birder or backyard birder. I still refer to it often.

[Ryan Mishap · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good illustrations, adequate descriptive and habit information makes for an easy to use guide. Tracy got this for me before we went to the Ochoco moutains--we ended up using it five times. Handy.

[Anna · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very useful guide but I wish sizing of birds was treated like "The Smithsonian handbooks' Birds of Florida."