The Bird Watching Answer Book

Answers real life questions that have been sent to the Cornell Lab of Ornithology by birders of all levels from across North America. This book includes answers that give readers the companionship of a professional ornithologist as they observe their avian companions.

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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 on birds. With expert advice on bird watching techniques and equipment, feeding and housing birds, protecting habitats, and much more, Erickson guides you through the intricacies of the avian world with a contagious passion for our feathered friends.