Contains species accounts of 451 birds on the official New York State checklist, providing information in the categories of range, status, occurrence, and breeding and nonbreeding behaviors, and includes maps and illustrations.
natural gardening for birds : simple ways to create a bird haven
Zickefoose, Julie
2001
Explains how to create a garden that attracts birds, covering such topics as feeding stations, plant choices for various purposes, and problem solving, providing information for each ecological region of North America. Also includes an annotated resource list.
A visual identification guide to over eight hundred species, covering the entire range of bird families. Includes a concise glossary providing understanding of the scientific and technical terms used.
"Part I of this volume examines the general characteristics of birds: how they fly, eat, smell and build nests. Part II discusses the traits and behavior of a wide variety of species from around the world. Includes a discussion of the conservation and protection of birds"--Publisher.
Describes over one hundred bird species from the eastern United States, arranged by plumage colors, and includes information on voice, habitat, behavior, feeder preferences, and more.
Colorful illustrations and text tell the true story of Noor Nobi, a tailor from Calcutta, India, who, after the loss of his family, set about to rescue, heal, and set free thousands of illegally captured birds.
