Of the 800+ species of birds recorded in North America, almost 400 have
been seen on Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard, and Nantucket. It is little
wonder, then, that birders (ornithologists) flock to Massachusetts to
see the spectacular aviary display! As Priscilla Bailey notes in her
Preface, this new book brings together aspects of field guide,
travelogue, and photo-essay. Nearly 300 varieties of birds, both native
and migratory, and some rare visitors from far-off lands, were
photographed in their Cape and Islands habitats. The images reveal
beauty, both in the birds themselves and the artistic eye of the
photographer. For convenience, the book is divided into various habitat
settings: the yard, marshes and ponds, the seashore, fields, and
forests. In addition one chapter documents the birds that are rarely
seen on the Cape & Islands. Also, maps show the best sites for viewing
the birds in nature. For bird lovers, visitors to the area, and
connoiseurs of fine wildlife photography, this will be is a welcomed
treasure, enjoyed time and again.