For the Birds

Updated May 3, 2023
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Into the nest : intimate views of the courting, parenting, and family lives of familiar birds
Erickson, Laura
Paper Book
See the intimate lives of birds as never before! Laura Erikson and Marie Read document the family lives of more than 50 common North American birds through breathtaking close-up photography. Stunning images of hummingbirds, owls, tanagers, and more showcase different stages of avian development and...
How to feed backyard birds : a step-by-step guide for kids
Earley, Chris
Paper Book
How to Feed Backyard Birds: A Step-by-Step Guide for Kids is the perfect resource for beginners who are young (and not so young) to discover the joy of attracting birds to your yard. Bird lover and expert Chris Earley wants to share his passion for our colorful singing and flying neighbors...
A complete guide to bird feeding
Dennis, John V.
Paper Book
A classic in the field since 1975, with 93,000 hardcover copies sold, now newly revised and updated for its first paperback edition. Ornithologist John Dennis includes the latest information about bird foods, feeder designs, changes in bird populations, migration habits, and more.
Birding
Forshaw, Joseph Michael.
Paper Book
Authoritative, lavishly photographed and illustrated guides to the wonders of the natural world around us. Clear, accessible format, charts, diagrams, field tips, practical pointers, and historical profiles.
The backyard bird-lover's guide
Mahnken, Jan.
Paper Book
Whether you'd like to wake up to a cheery robin's birdsong or see hummingbirds in your garden, Jan Mahnken has you covered. In this colorful reference book, you'll find simple tips to attract, feed, and observe 135 American bird species. Mahnken provides information on territory, courtship,...
The backyard bird lover's ultimate how-to guide : more than 200 easy ideas and projects for attracting and feeding your favorite birds
Roth, Sally.
Paper Book
The Backyard Bird Lover's Ultimate How-to Guide by Sally Roth is a comprehensive A-to-Z handbook for the foods and feeders, plants and projects that will guarantee a bird-friendly backyard One of the joys of spending time in the backyard is observing the birds. This acorns-to...
Backyard bird secrets for every season : attract a variety of nesting, feeding, and singing birds year-round
Roth, Sally.
Paper Book
Birds follow a cycle that depends on the seasons- When caterpillars are at their peak in summer, bird nests are filled with hungry babies hollering for food; in winter, a high-fat menu at the feeder helps birds make it through the night. By taking advantage of these natural cycles to plan feeder...
One wild bird at a time : portraits of individual lives
Heinrich, Bernd
Paper Book
The acclaimed scientist's encounters with individual wild birds, yielding "marvelous, mind-altering" (Los Angeles Times) insights and discoveries In his modern classics One Man's Owl and Mind of the Raven, Bernd Heinrich has written...
The hawk's way : encounters with fierce beauty
Montgomery, Sy
Paper Book
A splendid and luminous celebration of one of nature's most perfect and mysterious creatures--the hawk--from the New York Times bestselling author of the "astoundingly beautiful" (NPR) The Soul of an Octopus. When Sy Montgomery went to spend a day at falconer Nancy...
The feederWatcher's guide to bird feeding
Barker, Margaret A.
Paper Book
Learn from FeederWatcher Experts How to Feed and Attract Birds Join Margaret Barker on a fascinating tour of FeederWatcher's backyards and bird feeders. Margaret captures the joy in the FeederWatcher's words as they explain how to attract the finches you've seen down the road, how to...
100 plants to feed the birds : turn your home garden into a healthy bird habitat
Erickson, Laura
Paper Book
The growing group of bird enthusiasts who enjoy feeding and watching their feathered friends will learn how they can expand their activity and help address the pressing issue of habitat loss with 100 Plants to Feed the Birds. In-depth profiles offer planting and care guidance for 100 native plant...
Birding adventures for kids : activities and ideas for watching, feeding, and housing our feathered friends
Wolfson, Elissa
Paper Book
* 2021 AAAS/Subaru SB&F Prize for Excellence in Science Books in Hands-On Science Longlist * 2021 NSTA-CBC Outstanding Science Trade Book  Produced in association with the National Audubon Society, Audubon Birding Adventures for Kids...
The bird watching answer book : everything you need to know to enjoy birds in your backyard and beyond
Erickson, Laura
Paper Book
Learn the how's and why's of bird behavior, from flirtatious mating practices and gorgeous birdsong to flying south for the winter. In this lively reference book, Laura Erickson addresses hundreds of real-life questions sent in to the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, the world's foremost authority...
Bird-friendly nest boxes & feeders : 12 easy-to-build designs that attract birds to your yard
Meisel, Paul
Paper Book
Plans to build 12 functional birdhouse and feeder projects, plus valuable insights on creating the perfect backyard environment to attract birds.
The bird feeder book : how to build unique bird feeders from the purely practical to the simply outrageous
Boswell, Thom.
Paper Book
"Delightful color gallery of bird structures that are truly works of art!"--Country Decorating Ideas. "Complete plans and detailed instructions for building fascinating bird feeders, birdhouses and bird baths...range from the practical to the outrageous. In addition, there is advice on feeding,...
Birds, bees & butterflies : bringing nature into your yard & garden
Hajeski, Nancy J.
Paper Book
Generously illustrated and full of practical information, this approachable reference covers the wide world of birds, butterflies, and pollinating insects, including honeybees, and how to bring them into a yard and garden. For the new homeowner choosing shrubs and flowers for landscaping or the...
The backyard bird sanctuary : a beginner's guide to creating a wild bird habitat at home
Baczkiewicz, Alan
Paper Book
Identify beautiful birds right in the comfort of your backyard with this illustrated, easy-to-use introductory guide to birding. Ever wonder how to attract beautiful birds right to your backyard? Now you can create a bird-watching paradise with this accessible guidebook that...
The hummingbirds' gift : wonder, beauty, and renewal on wings
Montgomery, Sy
Paper Book
From the beloved New York Times bestselling author of the "fascinating...entertaining" (The Daily Beast) National Book Award finalist The Soul of an Octopus, a charmingly perfect gem of a book about the most exquisite and...
Mind of the raven : investigations and adventures with wolf-birds
Heinrich, Bernd
Paper Book
In Mind of the Raven, Bernd Heinrich, award - winning naturalist, finds himself dreaming of ravens and decides he must get to the truth about this animal reputed to be so intelligent. Much like a sleuth, Heinrich involves us in his quest, letting one clue lead to the next. But as animals can...
How to attract birds to your garden
Rouse, Dan
Paper Book
Help your local wild birds by providing them with a safe garden environment Make a difference to your local birdlife. Help reverse the decline in bird numbers by creating a haven in which they will thrive. It's a win-win. Provide the best shelter, feeding, and nesting...

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