Although an estimated four hundred thousand Hudson Valley residents feed, observe, or photograph birds, the vast majority of New Yorkers enjoy their birdwatching activities mostly around the home. Kathryn J. Schneider's engaging site guide provides encouragement for bird enthusiasts to expand their horizons. More than just a collection of bird-finding tips, this book explores Hudson Valley history, ecology, bird biology, and tourism. It describes...

"A Kid's Guide to Backyard Birds is filled with fascinating facts about the United States' most common birds, including where they live, what they eat, and how they sound when they sing! How did the Brown-Headed Cowbird get its name? and which bird can fly up to 40 miles per hour? Packed with over 80 full-color, gorgeous illustrations, this portable field guide will have burgeoning bird lovers excited about exploring the amazing world just outside...

Falcon Pocket Guide: Backyard Wildlife is a field guide to the most common and sought-after species you can find in your very own backyard. Anatomically correct illustrations and detailed descriptions about each animal's prominent physical attributes and natural habitat make it easy to identify each species. Informative and beautiful to peruse, this is the essential resource, even when you're at home. Falcon Pocket Guides are full-color, visually...