Synopses & Reviews
The Gem State's diverse habitats are the permanent or migratory home of 409 species of birds, including the stunning state bird, the sky blue mountain bluebird. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 140 familiar and unique species and includes an ecoregion map featuring prominent bird-viewing areas. Laminated for durability, this lightweight, pocket-sized folding guide is an excellent source of portable information and ideal for field use by visitors and residents alike. Made in the USA.
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Idaho Birds is a portable reference guide featuring the most commonly seen birds in the state. This pocket-sized, folding guide is printed on laminate material and can be easily carried in the field. A state map, highlighting birding sanctuaries completes this easy-to-access reference.
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The varied and often rugged terrain throughout Idaho make for excellent bird-finding opportunities in the Gem State, where over 400 species are either permanent residents, regular breeders, or annual migrants. These include such stand-outs as Long-billed Curlew, Lewis's Woodpecker, White-faced Ibis, and state bird Mountain Bluebird. For those keen to deepen their connection with Idaho's shrub- and grass- covered plains, volcanic plateaus, wetlands, and forested mountains, birds serve as an ideal entry point. It helps, then, to have a starting point such as the portable collection Idaho Birds. It has beautiful illustrations of 140 common and familiar species as well as an ecoregion map showing over 20 birding hotspots and learning sites. Laminated for durability, thus 12-panel folding pocket guide is the perfect companion for educators, learners, naturalists, and birders who wish to sharpen their bird ID skills and peer more closely into the fascinating lives of Hawaii's birds. Made in the USA.
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Handy and durable, this comprehensive guide for both novice and expert birdwatchers alike surveys more than 140 avian species and contains a map featuring prominent, state-wide birding hotspots.
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Idaho's bird population is a mix Rocky Mountain and Great Basin types. Idaho Birds will help to identify over 140 familiar species with beautiful detailed illustrations. A map featuring prominent state-wide birding hotspots will be appreciated by state visitors or residents. Laminated for durability, this lightweight guide will conveniently fold to fit into your pocket. Perfect for observing your backyard feeder guests or those species out on the trail.
About the Author
Zoologist James Kavanagh has researched and written more than 450 publications pertaining to wildlife observation and outdoor recreation. His unique talent is in taking complex information and synthesizing the salient points to make knowledge about nature and the outdoors more accessible to novices, and to present quick, portable reference information for more experienced wildlife and outdoor enthusiasts. His books have sold more than 5 million copies worldwide.