Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
For bird enthusiasts, offering food at feeders is a way to enjoy a close-up view of target species while helping them survive and thrive. This guide profiles 40 common feeder birds found in the Northwest United States, along with feeder types and recommended foods for attracting each species. Also included are comments about each species' habitat and behaviors.
Synopsis
Active bird-feeding stations across the US Northwest offer continuous opportunities for observing the nuances of bird behavior. Common species like Stellar's Jays, Black-headed Grosbeaks, Golden-crowned Sparrows, and Rufous Hummingbirds are colorful standouts among a rotating cast of visitors that changes throughout the seasons. Attracting a wide variety of birds to your yard doesn't happen by accident--the right feeder setup goes a long way. To help enhance your feeding station, we've created this handy resource featuring beautifully illustrated profiles of 40 familiar feeder birds of the Northwest, each annotated with notes on species' habitats and behaviors. Also included is an overview of feeder types and recommended foods for attracting each species. Laminated for durability, this lightweight, 12-panel folding pocket guide is a terrific companion for educators, learners, naturalists, birders, and homeowners who wish to sharpen their identification skills and forge deeper connections with the Northwestern birds that readily seek bird feeders throughout the year. Made in the USA.