the sibley guide to bird life & behavior

Birding Basics reviews how one can get started as a birder-the equipment necessary, where and when to go birding, and perhaps most important, the essential things to look for when birds appear in the field-as well as the basic concepts of bird identification and the variations that can change the appearance of a bird over time or in different settings.

In 200 beautifully rendered illustrations and 16 essays, this scientifically precise volume distills the essence of Sibleys own experience and skills, providing a solid introduction to naming the birds. And now David Sibley, Americas premier birder and best-known bird artist, turns his attention to the general characteristics that influence the appearance of all birds, unlocking the clues to their identity. An essential addition to the Sibley shelf! The Sibley Guide to Birds and The Sibley Guide to Bird Life and Behavior are both universally acclaimed as the new standard source of species information. When you know the clues that show you why theres no such thing as, for example, just a duck birding will be more fun, and more meaningful. With Sibley as your guide, learn how to interpret what the feathers, the anatomical structure, the sounds of a bird tell you. Sibleys Birding Basics is an essential companion for birders of all skill and experience levels. Book Synopsis From the renowned author of the New York Times best seller The Sibley Guide to Birds, a comprehensive, beautifully illustrated guide to identifying birds in the field.

Here Sibley details everything the birder needs to know to identify species. About the Book The quintessential activity of birding-identification-is the subject of this compact, easy-to-use, wonderfully helpful new book by Americas premier living painter of birds, author and illustrator of The Sibley Guide to Birds.

The sibley guide to bird life & behavior