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"Explores the mysterious world of birds through the seasons of a single year. Written by a beginner-birdwatcher with the passion and freshness of a convert, it describes encounters with wild birds in their habitats, travelling through the landscapes of East Anglia where the author is rooted - the Fens with their waterscapes and wide skies, the forests and heathland of the Brecks, the flat sea coastlines of Norfolk, and the arable fields and woodlands...
6) Snapper
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210 pages ; 22 cm
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Working as a birdwatching guide to scrape together enough money to survive, Nathan Lochmueller performs nature research in backwater Indiana, where he falls in love with a heartbreaking free spirit named Lola and confronts the accidental turns of his life.
7) Birds
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160 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 20 cm.
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A fact-filled guide to common birds of North America includes color-coded maps, identification tips, bird-watching activities, and bird calls.
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"Eli Knapp takes readers from a leaky dugout canoe in Tanzania and the mating grounds of Ecuador's cock-of-the-rock to a juniper titmouse's perch at the Grand Canyon and the migration of hooded mergansers in a New York swamp, exploring life's deepest questions all along the way. In this collection of essays, Knapp intentionally flies away from the flock, reveling in insights gleaned from birds, his students, and the wide-eyed wonder his children's...
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51 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 20 x 24 cm
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A conversational, humorous introduction to bird-watching featuring quirky full-color illustrations portray dozens of birds chatting about their distinctive characteristics, including color, shape, plumage, and beak and foot types.
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"In 2016, author Amy Tan grew overwhelmed by the state of the world: Hatred and misinformation became a daily presence on social media, and the country felt more divisive than ever. In search of peace, Tan turned toward the natural world just beyond her window and, specifically, the birds flocking to the feeders in her yard. But what began as an attempt to find solace turned into something far greater -- an opportunity to savor quiet moments during...
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69 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm
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Provides instructions for bird watching and other projects involving interaction with nature and the study of the needs and behavior of wild birds. Describes the joys of bird watching and introduces 20 popular backyard birds, with material on their calls, food, and habitats.
15) The Feminist Bird Club's birding for a better world: a guide to finding joy and community in nature
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150 pages : color illustrations ; 21 cm
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Birding is more popular than ever, and for good reason. Birds are infinitely fascinating and inspiring, and can be found everywhere from forests to city parks to suburban backyards. Birding not only grounds us in our natural environment but is shown to reduce stress and support our mental well-being. It's something that can be done alone or in community, by anyone, anytime. In Birding for a Better World, Feminist Bird Club organizers Molly Adams and...
16) Blue jays
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32 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
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Search the woods and desserts for beautiful Blue Jays. While on safari, learn how to identify and observe these birds and discover their interesting behaviors, life cycle, enemies, and defenses.
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364 pages : color illustrations, maps (some color) ; 19 cm.
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Presents a field guide to the most common birds found in the United States and Canada, with information on physical features, coloring, bird songs, distinguishing marks, and locations where the species can usually be seen.
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146 pages : color illustrations, 1 color map ; 18 cm
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"For seasoned spotters and backyard hobbyists alike, this charming guide offers an accessible look at the irresistible world of birding. Wildlife biologist and co-founder of Black Birders Week Danielle Belleny walks readers through the essentials of bird watching, from equipment to locations, offering new ideas for finding avian friends wherever you may be. Engaging profiles of North American bird species, from cardinals and blue jays to raptors and...
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