Author: Michael L. P. Retter
Publisher: American Birding Association S
ISBN: 9781935622628
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The diverse habitats of Illinois--savannas, rivers, marshes, forests, and beaches--offer a home for hundreds of types of birds throughout the year. And as one of the important "flyover states," Illinois welcomes hundreds of species of migrating birds during the spring and fall. From the shores of Lake Michigan in the north to the central Great Plains to the magnificent Shawnee National Forest, Illinois is a magnificent state for birds and birders. Written by a third-generation Illinoisan birder and filled with over 500 color images of birds in native habitats, this is the perfect companion for anyone interested in learning about the natural history and diversity of the state's birds and when and where to find them.
American Birding Association Field Guide to Birds of Illinois
Author: Michael L. P. Retter
Publisher: American Birding Association S
ISBN: 9781935622628
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The diverse habitats of Illinois--savannas, rivers, marshes, forests, and beaches--offer a home for hundreds of types of birds throughout the year. And as one of the important "flyover states," Illinois welcomes hundreds of species of migrating birds during the spring and fall. From the shores of Lake Michigan in the north to the central Great Plains to the magnificent Shawnee National Forest, Illinois is a magnificent state for birds and birders. Written by a third-generation Illinoisan birder and filled with over 500 color images of birds in native habitats, this is the perfect companion for anyone interested in learning about the natural history and diversity of the state's birds and when and where to find them.
Publisher: American Birding Association S
ISBN: 9781935622628
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The diverse habitats of Illinois--savannas, rivers, marshes, forests, and beaches--offer a home for hundreds of types of birds throughout the year. And as one of the important "flyover states," Illinois welcomes hundreds of species of migrating birds during the spring and fall. From the shores of Lake Michigan in the north to the central Great Plains to the magnificent Shawnee National Forest, Illinois is a magnificent state for birds and birders. Written by a third-generation Illinoisan birder and filled with over 500 color images of birds in native habitats, this is the perfect companion for anyone interested in learning about the natural history and diversity of the state's birds and when and where to find them.
Illinois Bird Watching
Author: Bill Thompson, III
Publisher: Thomas Nelson
ISBN: 9781591861706
Category : Bird watching
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
This series targets beginning and intermediate bird watchers from each Midwestern state. In addition to the profiles, each bird entry includes a map to identify the specific range covered by the bird. One hundred birds are presented via multiple photographs for accurate identification.
Publisher: Thomas Nelson
ISBN: 9781591861706
Category : Bird watching
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
This series targets beginning and intermediate bird watchers from each Midwestern state. In addition to the profiles, each bird entry includes a map to identify the specific range covered by the bird. One hundred birds are presented via multiple photographs for accurate identification.
The Birds of Illinois
Author: H. David Bohlen
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780253315601
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 221
Book Description
Shows and describes the characteristics and behavior of birds commonly found in Illinois
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780253315601
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 221
Book Description
Shows and describes the characteristics and behavior of birds commonly found in Illinois
National Geographic Guide to Birding Hot Spots of the United States
Author: Mel White
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 9780792254836
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 324
Book Description
Pinpoints the best places to view more than four hundred species of birds, utilizing color photographs and maps to identify bird sanctuaries, national and state parks, wildlife refuges, nature trails, and other birding locales.
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 9780792254836
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 324
Book Description
Pinpoints the best places to view more than four hundred species of birds, utilizing color photographs and maps to identify bird sanctuaries, national and state parks, wildlife refuges, nature trails, and other birding locales.
Midwest Birding Companion
Author: Stan Tekiela
Publisher: Adventure Publications
ISBN: 1647552125
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 527
Book Description
Get the guide to bird-watching in the Midwest that’s part how-to book, part field guide, and part journal. Peaceful, relaxing, and inspiring—birding can yield a lifetime of satisfaction. For some, simple observation of birds is enough to fill them with joy. Others prefer to make it more interactive, striving to see a variety of species and learning to identify them. If you’re among the latter, the Midwest Birding Companion is just for you. Written by award-winning author, naturalist, and wildlife photographer Stan Tekiela (known throughout the country for his best-selling bird identification guides), the Midwest Birding Companion is part how-to book, part field guide, and part journal. Read Stan’s tips for identifying birds, and learn about everything from reporting a rare bird to dealing with injured birds. The field guide section organizes nearly 150 species by color. When you see a yellow bird, go to the yellow section to discover what it is. There, you can also find range maps, as well as such information as nest descriptions, migration habits, and tips for attracting the species to your feeder. At the bottom of every page, there’s room to log information about when and where you saw that species. You can also keep track of your birding life list on the book’s closing pages—so you’ll always have a running total of the different birds you’ve seen. The Midwest Birding Companion is ideal for birding in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, and Wisconsin. Use your birding companion on its own, or pair it with Stan’s bird identification guides. It will enhance your birding experience and bring even more enjoyment to the hobby that you love.
Publisher: Adventure Publications
ISBN: 1647552125
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 527
Book Description
Get the guide to bird-watching in the Midwest that’s part how-to book, part field guide, and part journal. Peaceful, relaxing, and inspiring—birding can yield a lifetime of satisfaction. For some, simple observation of birds is enough to fill them with joy. Others prefer to make it more interactive, striving to see a variety of species and learning to identify them. If you’re among the latter, the Midwest Birding Companion is just for you. Written by award-winning author, naturalist, and wildlife photographer Stan Tekiela (known throughout the country for his best-selling bird identification guides), the Midwest Birding Companion is part how-to book, part field guide, and part journal. Read Stan’s tips for identifying birds, and learn about everything from reporting a rare bird to dealing with injured birds. The field guide section organizes nearly 150 species by color. When you see a yellow bird, go to the yellow section to discover what it is. There, you can also find range maps, as well as such information as nest descriptions, migration habits, and tips for attracting the species to your feeder. At the bottom of every page, there’s room to log information about when and where you saw that species. You can also keep track of your birding life list on the book’s closing pages—so you’ll always have a running total of the different birds you’ve seen. The Midwest Birding Companion is ideal for birding in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, and Wisconsin. Use your birding companion on its own, or pair it with Stan’s bird identification guides. It will enhance your birding experience and bring even more enjoyment to the hobby that you love.
How to Know the Birds
Author: Ted Floyd
Publisher:
ISBN: 1426220030
Category : House & Home
Languages : en
Pages : 308
Book Description
"In this elegant narrative, celebrated naturalist Ted Floyd guides you through a year of becoming a better birder. Choosing 200 top avian species to teach key lessons, Floyd introduces a new, holistic approach to bird watching and shows how to use the tools of the 21st century to appreciate the natural world we inhabit together whether city, country or suburbs." -- From book jacket.
Publisher:
ISBN: 1426220030
Category : House & Home
Languages : en
Pages : 308
Book Description
"In this elegant narrative, celebrated naturalist Ted Floyd guides you through a year of becoming a better birder. Choosing 200 top avian species to teach key lessons, Floyd introduces a new, holistic approach to bird watching and shows how to use the tools of the 21st century to appreciate the natural world we inhabit together whether city, country or suburbs." -- From book jacket.
Birds of Illinois
Author: Sheryl DeVore
Publisher: Lone Pine Pub
ISBN: 9781551053790
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 376
Book Description
Shows and describes the characteristics and behavior of birds commonly found in Illinois.
Publisher: Lone Pine Pub
ISBN: 9781551053790
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 376
Book Description
Shows and describes the characteristics and behavior of birds commonly found in Illinois.
A Birder's Guide to the Chicago Region
Author: Lynne Carpenter
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780875805825
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 242
Book Description
Identifying more than 250 top sites for birding within a 65-mile radius from downtown Chicago, this useful guide provides maps, directions, and other information essential for discovering the birds of the area in their natural habitats. The most thorough guide of its kind, it covers nineteen counties of the greater Chicago area. A Birder's Guide to the Chicago Region includes detailed descriptions of local habitats and maps that show where to find birds in nearby Wisconsin, Indiana, and Michigan, as well as Illinois. While providing a wealth of practical information, the guide is enriched with insightful accounts of the natural history and ecology of particular areas. An essential guide for either beginning or experienced birders, this book will appeal to anyone who appreciates nature and wants to learn more about the natural history, ecology, and especially the birds of the Chicago area.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780875805825
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 242
Book Description
Identifying more than 250 top sites for birding within a 65-mile radius from downtown Chicago, this useful guide provides maps, directions, and other information essential for discovering the birds of the area in their natural habitats. The most thorough guide of its kind, it covers nineteen counties of the greater Chicago area. A Birder's Guide to the Chicago Region includes detailed descriptions of local habitats and maps that show where to find birds in nearby Wisconsin, Indiana, and Michigan, as well as Illinois. While providing a wealth of practical information, the guide is enriched with insightful accounts of the natural history and ecology of particular areas. An essential guide for either beginning or experienced birders, this book will appeal to anyone who appreciates nature and wants to learn more about the natural history, ecology, and especially the birds of the Chicago area.
American Birding Association Field Guide to Birds of Michigan
Author: Allen T. Chartier
Publisher: American Birding Association S
ISBN: 9781935622673
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
"The most comprehensive and up-to-date photographic guide devoted to the birds of Michigan: 513 beautiful color photographs featuring 300 bird species in natural habitats; Clear and concise introduction, identification, habitat, and birdsong text; Tips on when and where to see species throughout the year; Organized by type of bird from waterfowl to finches; Complete Michigan bird checklist, detailed map, index, and quick index."--Back cover
Publisher: American Birding Association S
ISBN: 9781935622673
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
"The most comprehensive and up-to-date photographic guide devoted to the birds of Michigan: 513 beautiful color photographs featuring 300 bird species in natural habitats; Clear and concise introduction, identification, habitat, and birdsong text; Tips on when and where to see species throughout the year; Organized by type of bird from waterfowl to finches; Complete Michigan bird checklist, detailed map, index, and quick index."--Back cover
Birding Illinois
Author: Sheryl DeVore
Publisher: Falcon Guides
ISBN:
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 372
Book Description
Where-to site guide to over 100 of the best birding locations in Illinois including maps, photos and directions.
Publisher: Falcon Guides
ISBN:
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 372
Book Description
Where-to site guide to over 100 of the best birding locations in Illinois including maps, photos and directions.