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AMNH Birds of North America
The ultimate photographic guide to more than 650 species of bird found in North America.
Ideal for the armchair bird enthusiast or dedicated bird-watcher, this beautiful bird-watching book includes stunning full-color photographs of over 650 birds, revealing each species with unrivaled clarity. A lavish introduction describes bird characteristics and behavior, while striking photography reveals individual species for easy identification.
The 550 most commonly seen birds are pictured in clear, close-up photographs, with images of similar birds provided to make differentiation easy, from game birds and waterfowl to shorebirds and swifts to owls, hummingbirds, finches, and so many more!
Soar into the pages of this brilliant bird book to explore:
- 650 birds species found in the United States and Canada
- Bird profiles feature information on social behavior, nesting & feeding habits, and flight patterns.
- Full-color photographs show the adult bird in typical plumage, with male/female, juvenile, and seasonal variations
- Color-coded maps highlight resident and migratory distributions help spotters discover which species to expect when and where
-Includes bird sounds audio app for mobile phone use
- Produced in association with the American Museum of Natural History, one of the world's leading authorities on ornithology
Discover which species to expect when and where with up-to-date, color-coded maps highlighting habitation and migratory patterns. The most commonly seen species are given a whole page in the species catalog and each full-page profile includes images of plumage variations, subspecies, information on similar birds, and artworks of the bird in flight that reveal their outstretched wings. Rare birds and vagrants who occasionally stray into North America are also described.
With easy-to-read accessible information provided throughout, accompanied by beautifully large illustrations, AMNH Birds of North America is a must-have book for bird-watchers of all ages and experiences, and doubling up as the perfect bird-watching gift for the budding birder in your life.
Ideal for the armchair bird enthusiast or dedicated bird-watcher, this beautiful bird-watching book includes stunning full-color photographs of over 650 birds, revealing each species with unrivaled clarity. A lavish introduction describes bird characteristics and behavior, while striking photography reveals individual species for easy identification.
The 550 most commonly seen birds are pictured in clear, close-up photographs, with images of similar birds provided to make differentiation easy, from game birds and waterfowl to shorebirds and swifts to owls, hummingbirds, finches, and so many more!
Soar into the pages of this brilliant bird book to explore:
- 650 birds species found in the United States and Canada
- Bird profiles feature information on social behavior, nesting & feeding habits, and flight patterns.
- Full-color photographs show the adult bird in typical plumage, with male/female, juvenile, and seasonal variations
- Color-coded maps highlight resident and migratory distributions help spotters discover which species to expect when and where
-Includes bird sounds audio app for mobile phone use
- Produced in association with the American Museum of Natural History, one of the world's leading authorities on ornithology
Discover which species to expect when and where with up-to-date, color-coded maps highlighting habitation and migratory patterns. The most commonly seen species are given a whole page in the species catalog and each full-page profile includes images of plumage variations, subspecies, information on similar birds, and artworks of the bird in flight that reveal their outstretched wings. Rare birds and vagrants who occasionally stray into North America are also described.
With easy-to-read accessible information provided throughout, accompanied by beautifully large illustrations, AMNH Birds of North America is a must-have book for bird-watchers of all ages and experiences, and doubling up as the perfect bird-watching gift for the budding birder in your life.
752 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 3, 2020
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9,071 books2,081 followersDorling Kindersley (DK) is a British multinational publishing company specializing in illustrated reference books for adults and children in 62 languages. It is part of Penguin Random House, a consumer publishing company jointly owned by Bertelsmann SE & Co. KGaA and Pearson PLC. Bertelsmann owns 53% of the company and Pearson owns 47%.
Established in 1974, DK publishes a range of titles in genres including travel (including Eyewitness Travel Guides), arts and crafts, business, history, cooking, gaming, gardening, health and fitness, natural history, parenting, science and reference. They also publish books for children, toddlers and babies, covering such topics as history, the human body, animals and activities, as well as licensed properties such as LEGO, Disney and DeLiSo, licensor of the toy Sophie la Girafe. DK has offices in New York, London, Munich, New Delhi, Toronto and Melbourne.
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Established in 1974, DK publishes a range of titles in genres including travel (including Eyewitness Travel Guides), arts and crafts, business, history, cooking, gaming, gardening, health and fitness, natural history, parenting, science and reference. They also publish books for children, toddlers and babies, covering such topics as history, the human body, animals and activities, as well as licensed properties such as LEGO, Disney and DeLiSo, licensor of the toy Sophie la Girafe. DK has offices in New York, London, Munich, New Delhi, Toronto and Melbourne.
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February 12, 2023
This book is certainly not a field guide due to its size and weight (pretty much like a brick), yet it is absolutely a beginner-friendly book to learn about birds of North America. It offers detailed descriptions of a species's biological characteristics, appearance (adult and immature), habitat, voice, nesting, feeding, etc. Images of the birds are not painted, but actual photos, which is tremendously helpful for beginners like me as well. It also compares a species with similar species, which I like a lot as well. It's an excellent book for any birder.
February 13, 2024
This book is an encyclopedia that introduces the types of birds that live in North America.
DK has many bird encyclopedias, but this book is unique in that it focuses on North America.
It has a large amount of content and includes details such as bird habitat, size, and behavioral patterns. The zoom photos are professionally taken and of excellent clarity.
There are many birds that I have never seen before, and I am impressed just by looking at the colorful and beautiful birds. If you like birdwatching, this is a must-see.
DK has many bird encyclopedias, but this book is unique in that it focuses on North America.
It has a large amount of content and includes details such as bird habitat, size, and behavioral patterns. The zoom photos are professionally taken and of excellent clarity.
There are many birds that I have never seen before, and I am impressed just by looking at the colorful and beautiful birds. If you like birdwatching, this is a must-see.
December 28, 2024
This is an 800 page analog version of Merlin. Incredible and so helpful, especially with the segments that highlight the differences between similar species. Surprised at no mention of the ivory bill, could also use pictures of plumage changes with the seasons, but this book is more or less perfect. Very excited to have it weather with me as we both age
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