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The History of Birds, Practical Birdwatching & Identification, Understanding & Attracting Birds, Bird-friendly Gardens & Bird-inspired Art

by Perrins, Christopher M.

Book - 2020

An informative and eye-catching reference book for beginner and intermediate backyard bird enthusiasts. An informative and eye-catching reference book for beginner and intermediate backyard bird enthusiasts. Show less

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Build-it-yourself Birdhouses

25+ DIY Birdhouses and Bird Feeders

by Peterson, Chris

Book - 2020

Step-by-step instructions for 25+ unique birdhouses tailored for specific birds' pick the one that fits your neighborhood's birds and get building! Step-by-step instructions for 25+ unique birdhouses tailored for specific birds' pick the one that fits your neighborhood's birds and get building! Show less

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The Empire of the Eagle

An Illustrated Natural History

by Unwin, Mike

Book - 2018

Featuring chapters organized by habitat, the book investigates the lifestyle and unique adaptations of each eagle species, as well as the significance of eagles in world cultures and the threats they face from humans. Featuring chapters organized by habitat, the book investigates the lifestyle and unique adaptations of each eagle species, as well as the significance of eagles in world cultures and the threats they face from humans. Show less

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The Meaning of Birds

by Barnes, Simon

Book - 2018

An illustrated examination of the lives of birds looks at how they achieve the miracle of flight, why they sing, what they tell us about the seasons of the year, the uses of feathers, and what the migration of birds can tell us about climate change. An illustrated examination of the lives of birds looks at how they achieve the miracle of flight, why they sing, what they tell us about the seasons of the year, the uses of feathers, and what the migration of birds can tell us about climate change. Show less

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Peterson Guide to Bird Identification -- in 12 Steps

by Howell, Steve N. G

Book - 2018

A guide to identifying birds breaks the process down into twelve easy steps that can be used by someone at any skill level. A guide to identifying birds breaks the process down into twelve easy steps that can be used by someone at any skill level. Show less

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North on the Wing

Travels With the Songbird Migration of Spring

by Beehler, Bruce McP

Book - 2018

The story of an ornithologist's journey to trace the spring migration of songbirds from the southern border of the United States through the heartland and into Canada. The story of an ornithologist's journey to trace the spring migration of songbirds from the southern border of the United States through the heartland and into Canada. Show less

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The Seabird's Cry

The Lives and Loves of the Planet's Great Ocean Voyagers

by Nicolson, Adam

Book - 2018

Describes the plight of seabirds, whose numbers are on the decline, and relays the importance of their voyages on sustaining life on Earth. Describes the plight of seabirds, whose numbers are on the decline, and relays the importance of their voyages on sustaining life on Earth. Show less

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The Splendor of Birds

Art and Photographs From National Geographic

by Howell, Catherine Herbert

Book - 2018

An elegant collection of the best artwork and photography from the National Geographic archives depicting the magnificence of birds. An elegant collection of the best artwork and photography from the National Geographic archives depicting the magnificence of birds. Show less

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Raptor

A Journey Through Birds : With A New Preface

by Lockhart, James Macdonald

Book - 2017

Creatures both worshipped and reviled, raptors have a talon-hold on the human heart and imagination. With his book, Lockhart unravels these complicated ti...Show more Creatures both worshipped and reviled, raptors have a talon-hold on the human heart and imagination. With his book, Lockhart unravels these complicated ties in a work by turns reverent and euphoric—an interweaving of history, travel, and nature writing at its best. A hymn to wanderers, to the land and to the sky, and especially to the birds. Show less

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Birds, Art, Life

A Year of Observation

by Maclear, Kyo

Book - 2017

A writer’s search for inspiration, beauty, and solace leads her to birds in this intimate and exuberant meditation on creativity and life—a field guide to things small and significant. A writer’s search for inspiration, beauty, and solace leads her to birds in this intimate and exuberant meditation on creativity and life—a field guide to things small and significant. Show less

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Birdhouses, Boxes & Feeders for the Backyard Hobbyist

by Meisel, Paul

Book - 2017

Making your own bird boxes and feeders is a rewarding and environmentally sound way to enhance any garden by attracting birds. This book offers informed a...Show more Making your own bird boxes and feeders is a rewarding and environmentally sound way to enhance any garden by attracting birds. This book offers informed advice on siting, nesting, and feeding, along with 17 practical step-by-step construction projects. Show less

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Birdmania

A Remarkable Passion for Birds

by Brunner, Bernd

Book - 2017

As this book illustrates, people who love birds, whether they are amateurs or professionals, are as captivating and varied as the birds that give flight to their dreams. As this book illustrates, people who love birds, whether they are amateurs or professionals, are as captivating and varied as the birds that give flight to their dreams. Show less

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A History of Birds

by Wills, Simon

Book - 2017

Our ancestors hunted, tamed, worshipped and depicted birds, and even bestowed magical properties upon them. Why did ancient writers consider the sparrow a...Show more Our ancestors hunted, tamed, worshipped and depicted birds, and even bestowed magical properties upon them. Why did ancient writers consider the sparrow a lustful creature? Which bird was killed and hung up to predict the weather? And what was an 'arse-foot'?Wildlife photographer and history journalist Simon Wills explores the intriguing and at times bizarre stories behind our relationship with birds. Show less

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The Wonder of Birds

What They Tell Us About Ourselves, the World, and A Better Future

by Robbins, Jim

Book - 2017

Examines the ecologically and spiritually invaluable contributions to humans made by our feathered friends, from the hummingbird that influenced the Wrigh...Show more Examines the ecologically and spiritually invaluable contributions to humans made by our feathered friends, from the hummingbird that influenced the Wright brother’s airplane design to the song of the chickadee, considered to be the most sophisticated language in the animal world. Show less

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Birds of North America

Book - 2020

Ideal for the armchair bird enthusiast or dedicated bird watcher, this book includes stunning full-color photographs, revealing each species with unrivaled clarity. Ideal for the armchair bird enthusiast or dedicated bird watcher, this book includes stunning full-color photographs, revealing each species with unrivaled clarity. Show less

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All About Backyard Birds

Eastern & Central North America

by Cornell University

Book - 2017

Presents information about 120 common birds in the eastern and central regions of North America, describing habitat, size, shape, color patterns, behavior, range, and backyard tips for each species. Presents information about 120 common birds in the eastern and central regions of North America, describing habitat, size, shape, color patterns, behavior, range, and backyard tips for each species. Show less

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Peterson Field Guide to Bird Sounds of Eastern North America

by Pieplow, Nathan

Book - 2017

The first comprehensive guide to the sounds of eastern North American birds, featuring an innovative visual index that allows readers to quickly look up unfamiliar sounds in the field. The first comprehensive guide to the sounds of eastern North American birds, featuring an innovative visual index that allows readers to quickly look up unfamiliar sounds in the field. Show less

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How to Attract Birds to your Garden

by Rouse, Dan

Book - 2020

Make a difference to your local birdlife. Help reverse the decline in bird numbers by creating a haven in which they will thrive. Provide the best shelter...Show more Make a difference to your local birdlife. Help reverse the decline in bird numbers by creating a haven in which they will thrive. Provide the best shelter, feeding, and nesting opportunities for them and then you can reap the rewards as they sing and entertain. Show less

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National Geographic Backyard Guide to the Birds of North America

by Alderfer, Jonathan K.

Book - 2019

Geared to the casual and experienced birdwatcher alike, this completely revised guide to 150 of the most common and interesting birds in North America pro...Show more Geared to the casual and experienced birdwatcher alike, this completely revised guide to 150 of the most common and interesting birds in North America provides the perfect way to appreciate the feathered friends outside your window, along with the tools you need to cultivate them wherever you live. Show less

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How Birds Work

An Illustrated Guide to the Wonders of Form and Function From Bones to Beak

by Taylor, Marianne

Book - 2020

An illustrated handbook on birds that explores in detail their anatomical makeup and evolutionary history to explain their form and function and their place in the natural world. An illustrated handbook on birds that explores in detail their anatomical makeup and evolutionary history to explain their form and function and their place in the natural world. Show less

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