The perfect guide to the birds of California, from the #1 birding
website AllAboutBirds.org
The All About Birds Regional Field-Guide Series brings birding
enthusiasts the best information from the renowned Cornell Lab of
Ornithology's website, AllAboutBirds.org, used by more than 21 million
people each year. These definitive books provide the most up-to-date
resources and expert coverage on bird species throughout North America.
This dynamic guide is the perfect companion for anyone interested in the
birds of California. The guide features fascinating details about the
birds around you, useful bird ID tips, and handy bird-watching
information. It presents full accounts of 218 species commonly seen in
this popular state; beautiful photographs of male, female, and immature
birds, as well as morphs, and breeding and nonbreeding plumage (so you
can ID birds all year long); current range maps; and so much more. The
California edition of All About Birds is easy to use and easy to
share.
- Descriptions of 218 bird species, including four photos for each bird
chosen specifically for better ID and sourced from the Macaulay
Library (a collection of bird photos from citizen scientists)
- Quick and easy index with illustrations on cover flaps, with complete
index at the back
- Information on Cornell Lab citizen-science programs and how to
participate
- Bonus content includes identification best practices and tips on bird
photography, birdscaping, food and feeding, and more
- Free MERLIN Bird ID app (downloaded more than 5 million times) for
quick ID in the wild using photos and birdsong
