Millions of people worldwide enjoy bird watching; it offers them a chance to get back to nature and enjoy the beauty of the outdoors.
Bird Watching For Dummies covers all the basics of bird watching, leading you on a guided tour of the gorgeous world of birds. From identifying birds by sight and sound to making your own “life list,” you’ll find all the tips and advice you need right here.
Whether you’ve been bird watching for years or you’re just starting out, Bird Watching For Dummies has all your bases covered. It’s full of practical tips and proven advice to make your bird watching experiences as fun and rewarding as possible. It’s your first aid kit for finding, identifying, feeding, and even housing birds. Plus, there’s more:
- Designing a bird-friendly backyard
- Purchasing bird feeders, birdhouses, binoculars, clothing, and more
- Keeping notes and records of the birds you spot
- Joining bird clubs, taking field trips, and attending bird festivals
- Booking bird watching tours that fit your budget and expertise
- Choosing and using field guides
You won’t find a more straightforward and reliable bird watching guide than this one. Written by Bill Thompson III, and the staff of Bird Watcher’s Digest, it covers everything from backyard bird watching to field trips across the globe. No matter what your level of experience, this guide offers everything you need for unforgettable bird watching:
- Tackling pests and other feeder problems
- Bird-friendly gardening tips
- Optics and how to use them
- Birding by habitat and hotspots
- Songs, calls, and non-vocal identifying sounds
- Attracting and spotting hummingbirds
- Understanding the terminology
- Dressing for success
If you need help getting started in your new hobby, or you’re an old hand who just wants a quick-and-easy reference, Bird Watching For Dummies is the fun and simple way to stay up on all the latest in the world of bird watching. With unbeatable advice and practical guidance from the experts at Bird Watcher’s Digest, this handy resource is the only bird watching guide you need.
NOTE: Birdwatching For Dummies no longer contains a 32 page color insert.
"If I'd had Bird Watching For Dummies many years ago, my life list would have been much longer."
—Jimmy Carter, Former President of the United States
"This book is for me – a bird watcher and a dummy! Thank you Mr. Thompson!"
–Janet Leigh, Actress and Author
"Bill Thompson’s conversational style, humor, and great experience make this [book] an ideal place to start."
–Nicholas Hammond, Former Director of Communications, Royal Society for the Protection of Birds, UK
If you’d like to get back to nature and join the millions of bird watching enthusiasts worldwide, let Bird Watching For Dummies take you on a private tour of the beautiful bird kingdom that will take your breath away!
Inside, you’ll discover how to:
- Design a bird-friendly backyard with bird feeders, houses, gardens, and baths
- Keep your bird feeders, gardens, baths, and houses free of diseases and other pests
- Locate sources for bird houses, feeders, binoculars, clothing, and more!
- Identify both eastern and western birds like an expert, from blue jays and barn swallows to hummingbirds and herons!
- Understand bird behavior and how to recognize birds by their songs
- Make your own "life list" by keeping notes and records of the birds you see
- Join bird clubs, take field trips, and attend bird festivals nationwide
- Book bird watching tours that fit your level of expertise and budget
