Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
From Eared Grebes, Tundra Swans, and Peregrine Falcons to Lesser Yellowlegs, and Snowy Owls, Pennsylvania is home to a magnificent array of birds. In the first comprehensive summary and analysis in over a century of the birds of that state, Gerald M. McWilliams and Daniel W. Brauning provide a wealth of information for both the professional ornithologist and the amateur birder. This book treats all 428 species seen in the state, including breeding and wintering birds, migrants, and vagrants. Each entry provides the general status of a species; the locations where it is most commonly found; its natural habitat, migratory patterns, breeding habits, and seasonal status and distribution; and a summary of the bird's history in Pennsylvania. With clear descriptions of physiographic regions as well as 44 breeding distribution maps for the most commonly seen birds and 67 photographs of many rare and hard-to-find species, this volume is an indispensable resource about Pennsylvania's bird life.
Synopsis
The keystone state was home to Audubon, and is currently home to 428 species covered in this most comprehensive volume since perhaps Warren's Birds of Pennsylvania (1890). A naturalist and state ornithologist provide everything but color photos (there are 67 b&w ones) in detailed species accounts, breeding distribution maps, historical perspectives on bird populations and habitats, and other information. Audubon Magazine's field editor wrote the preface. Indexed by English and scientific name.
Description
Includes bibliographical references (p. 463-467) and indexes.