Illinois Birds: An Introduction to Familiar Species

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

This is the long, catalog/marketing description of the product.Illinois is a bird-rich state with over 440 species that are either permanent residents, regular breeders, or annual migrants. These include such stand-outs as Bald Eagle, Mountain Bluebird, Baltimore Oriole, American White Pelican, and state bird Northern Cardinal. Impressive congregations of waterfowl, massive raptor flights, and waves of songbirds pass through the Prairie State, making for continuous learning opportunities. To sift through so many species, it helps to have a starting point like the portable reference Illinois Birds. This beautifully illustrated collection features 140 common and familiar species as well as an ecoregion map showing over 20 bird-finding hotspots and learning sites. Laminated for durability, this lightweight, 12-panel folding pocket guide is the ideal companion for educators, learners, naturalists, and birders who wish to sharpen their bird ID skills and peer more closely into the fascinating lives of birds that can be found in Illinois. Made in the USA.

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Illinois 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.