Overview
The perfect pocket-size birding guide for beginners, backyard bird watchers, and nature lovers.
Whether you're curious about the birds outside your window, hoping to identify birds by sight and sound, or looking to attract more birds to your backyard, The Joy of Birding is the ideal portable companion. This beautifully illustrated, easy-to-carry guide combines everything beginning birders need in one compact volume: bird identification basics, tips for attracting birds, birdwatching techniques, and practical advice for enjoying one of America's fastest-growing outdoor hobbies.
Designed for use at home or in the field, author Kate Rowinski teaches readers how to:
Packed with colorful illustrations and expert guidance, The Joy of Birding is a convenient pocket guide that helps readers discover, identify, and enjoy the fascinating world of birds wherever they go.
Whether you're curious about the birds outside your window, hoping to identify birds by sight and sound, or looking to attract more birds to your backyard, The Joy of Birding is the ideal portable companion. This beautifully illustrated, easy-to-carry guide combines everything beginning birders need in one compact volume: bird identification basics, tips for attracting birds, birdwatching techniques, and practical advice for enjoying one of America's fastest-growing outdoor hobbies.
Designed for use at home or in the field, author Kate Rowinski teaches readers how to:
- Identify common birds using markings, size, wing shape, and beak shape
- Recognize bird songs, calls, and behaviors
- Observe and understand birds in their natural habitats
- Create a bird-friendly backyard and attract a wider variety of species
- Photograph birds in flight and at rest
- Plan birdwatching trips and birding vacations
- Share the joys of birding with family and friends
Packed with colorful illustrations and expert guidance, The Joy of Birding is a convenient pocket guide that helps readers discover, identify, and enjoy the fascinating world of birds wherever they go.
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