Rare Birds of North America (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780691117966)

The first comprehensive illustrated guide to North America's vagrant birds

Rare Birds of North America is the first comprehensive illustrated guide to the vagrant birds that occur throughout the United States and Canada. Featuring 275 stunning color plates, this book covers 262 species originating from three very different regions--the Old World, the New World tropics, and the world's oceans. It explains the causes of avian vagrancy and breaks down patterns of occurrence by region and season, enabling readers to see where, when, and why each species occurs in North America. Detailed species accounts describe key identification features, taxonomy, age, sex, distribution, and status.

Rare Birds of North America provides unparalleled insights into vagrancy and avian migration, and will enrich the birding experience of anyone interested in finding and observing rare birds.

• Covers 262 species of vagrant birds found in the United States and Canada
• Features 275 stunning color plates that depict every species
• Explains patterns of occurrence by region and season
• Provides an invaluable overview of vagrancy patterns and migration
• Includes detailed species accounts and cutting-edge identification tips

Author: Steve N. G. Howell, Ian Lewington, Will Russell
ISBN-10: 0691117969
ISBN-13: 9780691117966
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Language: English
Published: 02/16/2014
Pages: 448
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.66lbs
Size: 9.76h x 7.05w x 1.23d

Review Citation(s):
Library Journal 09/01/2013 pg. 45
Library Journal 03/01/2014 pg. 108
Choice 07/01/2014