Florida Birds: A Folding Pocket Guide to Familiar Species

by James Kavanagh (Author), Leung Raymond (Illustrator), Waterford Press (Author)

Not only is Florida a bird migration and overwintering hotspot, but it serves as a great entry point for those wanting to learn aboutsub-tropical and tropical species. Herons, egrets, and ibises congregate in shallow wetlands, often alongside overwintering sandpipers and stilts. The state bird Northern Mockingbird is one of over 530 bird species that are either permanent residents, regular breeders, or annual migrants. To connect more deeply with Florida's rich avian life, it helps to have a place to start, and the beautifully illustrated reference Florida Birds is the ideal tool for that. It includes 140 of the most common and familiar species as well as an ecoregion map showing over 20 bird-finding hotspots. Laminated for durability, this 12-panel pocket folding guide is the perfect companion for educators, learners, naturalists, and birders looking to better acquaint themselves with Florida's birds and the fascinating lives they lead. Made in the USA.

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Florida Birds, An Introduction to Familiar Species, is a must-have, reference guide for beginners and experts alike. Whether you're on a nature hike or in your own backyard, you'll want to take along a copy of this indispensable guide. The Pocket Naturalist(tm) series is an introduction to common plants and animals and natural phenomena. Each pocket-sized, folding guide highlights up to 150 species and most feature a map highlighting prominent sanctuaries and outstanding natural attractions. Each is laminated for durability. (31/2 X 81/4 folded, opens to 22 X 81/4, color illustrations, map)

Author Biography

Zoologist Jim Kavanagh has made a career out of introducing novices to plants, animals, the sciences and world cultures. In addition to creating over 500 simplified nature guides, he has also authored guides to languages, cities and outdoor skills. An avid traveler and backpacker, Kavanagh's path has taken him around the world to many remote destinations including the upper Amazon, Africa, Australia, and the Arctic Circle (and this is just the As). He is also the author of a series of state-specific guides to common species and natural attractions and a children's book on evolution.