National Geographic Backyard Guide to the Birds of North America Paul Hess Book

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A book that has been read and does not look new, but is in excellent condition. No obvious damage to the book cover, with the dust jacket (if applicable) included for hard covers. No missing or damaged pages, no creases or tears, no underlining or highlighting of text, and no writing in the margins. Some identifying marks on the inside cover, but this is minimal. Very little wear and tear. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitionsopens in a new window or tab
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Product Identifiers

Publisher
National Geographic Society
ISBN-10
1426207204
ISBN-13
9781426207204
eBay Product ID (ePID)
92624644

Product Key Features

Book Title
National Geographic Backyard Guide to the Birds of North America
Number of Pages
256 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2011
Topic
Regional, Birdwatching Guides, Animals / Birds
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Nature
Author
Paul Hess, Jonathan Alderfer
Book Series
National Geographic Backyard Guides
Format
Trade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height
1 in
Item Weight
16 Oz
Item Length
8 in
Item Width
5 in

Additional Product Features

Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
2010-043877
Reviews
"Valuable, as both a reference and as a 'browsing' book." Bird Watchers Digest "Like everything published by the National Geographic Society, it's first rate…many of the bird illustrations painted by the foremost birding artist Jonathan Alderfer…What sets [it] apart is the inclusion of photographs, lists of preferred foods and nesting habitats, seasonal range maps, and keys to identification -- all tailored toward the backyard birder. Plain Dealer (Cleveland) "A great book to give to those backyard birdwatchers in your life--or any friend or neighbor who might appreciate the birds in their yard…attractively designed and chock-full of useful and interesting information…provides many ways to approach, identify, and enjoy birds. Each section includes noteworthy features that make it not only beautiful but useful." The Birdchaser "A handy-sized, easy-to-use tool for backyard birding…The information on each species is superb…fascinating nuggets…" Birdfreak.com, "Valuable, as both a reference and as a 'browsing' book."  Bird Watchers Digest "Like everything published by the National Geographic Society, it's first rate&many of the bird illustrations painted by the foremost birding artist Jonathan Alderfer&What sets [it] apart is the inclusion of photographs, lists of preferred foods and nesting habitats, seasonal range maps, and keys to identification -- all tailored toward the backyard birder. Plain Dealer  (Cleveland) "A great book to give to those backyard birdwatchers in your life--or any friend or neighbor who might appreciate the birds in their yard&attractively designed and chock-full of useful and interesting information&provides many ways to approach, identify, and enjoy birds. Each section includes noteworthy features that make it not only beautiful but useful." The Birdchaser  "A handy-sized, easy-to-use tool for backyard birding&The information on each species is superb&fascinating nuggets" Birdfreak.com, "Like everything published by the National Geographic Society, it's first rate&many of the bird illustrations painted by the foremost birding artist Jonathan Alderfer&What sets [it] apart is the inclusion of photographs, lists of preferred foods and nesting habitats, seasonal range maps, and keys to identification -- all tailored toward the backyard birder. Plain Dealer  (Cleveland) "A great book to give to those backyard birdwatchers in your life--or any friend or neighbor who might appreciate the birds in their yard&attractively designed and chock-full of useful and interesting information&provides many ways to approach, identify, and enjoy birds. Each section includes noteworthy features that make it not only beautiful but useful." The Birdchaser  "A handy-sized, easy-to-use tool for backyard birding&The information on each species is superb&fascinating nuggets" Birdfreak.com 
Synopsis
Essential for the millions of Americans who watch and feed birds in their backyards-whether experienced birders or new birding enthusiasts-from the experts at National Geographic and co-author of the popular and perennial best seller Field Guide to the Birds of North America. No matter where you live-in the country, city, a high-rise or house-this handy guide will quench your curiosity about the feathered creatures in your midst. It features 150 of the most common and interesting birds likely to be observed at backyard feeders, nesting nearby or just migrating through. An indispensable visual index of all 150 species appears on the inside front and back laminated covers, making identification a snap. Beginning with Backyard Basics, an easy-to-follow, richly illustrated presentation on observing and identifying birds-with tips on attracting and feeding your favorite birds, birdhouses, and bird-friendly landscapes to entice nesting-the book is full of National Geographic's iconic field guide images and maps. Core species on everyone's list-such as robins, woodpeckers, bluebirds and chickadees-are featured in two-page spreads including practical tips with additional imagery. Sidebars captivate with interesting and little known facts., Essential for the millions of Americans who watch and feed birds in their backyards--whether experienced birders or new birding enthusiasts--from the experts at National Geographic and co-author of the popular and perennial best seller Field Guide to the Birds of North America. No matter where you live--in the country, city, a high-rise or house--this handy guide will quench your curiosity about the feathered creatures in your midst. It features 150 of the most common and interesting birds likely to be observed at backyard feeders, nesting nearby or just migrating through. An indispensable visual index of all 150 species appears on the inside front and back laminated covers, making identification a snap. Beginning with Backyard Basics, an easy-to-follow, richly illustrated presentation on observing and identifying birds--with tips on attracting and feeding your favorite birds, birdhouses, and bird-friendly landscapes to entice nesting--the book is full of National Geographic's iconic field guide images and maps. Core species on everyone's list--such as robins, woodpeckers, bluebirds and chickadees--are featured in two-page spreads including practical tips with additional imagery. Sidebars captivate with interesting and little known facts.
LC Classification Number
QL681.A57 2011

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