Download or read book Pacific Coast Bird Finder written by Roger J Lederer and published by Nature Study Guild Publishers. This book was released on 2024 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Identify birds of the Pacific Coast with this pocket-size guide. Whether you're at the beach with your family, on a hiking trip, or gardening in your backyard, you're sure to notice a variety of birds. If you're curious about these feathered friends--from water birds like the Great Blue Heron to raptors like the Bald Eagle to backyard birds like the American Robin--then Pacific Coast Bird Finder by Dr. Roger J. Lederer is just what you need. With the handy, easy-to-use format, you can identify common and noteworthy birds of the West Coast. Perfect for beginning birders, the booklet introduces 59 of the most frequently seen species of birds along the Pacific Coast. They are presented in taxonomic order, and each entry includes such helpful information as size, distinguishing features, habitat, and behavior. Plus, the illustrations by Jacquelyn Giuffre and Carol E. Burr help to ensure that you positively identify the birds you see. Book Features: Beginner's guide to bird identification 59 species of common and important birds Professional illustrations with key markings for identification Small (6- by 4-inch) format that fits into a pocket or pack This guide is applicable to the Pacific Coast states of California, Oregon, and Washington.