The National Geographic Guide to Birding in North America

The National Geographic Guide to Birding in North America « Series from 2017

Series from 2017

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Genres: Documentary, Special Interest

Birding offers direct contact with one of our primary treasures of wildlife. Learn core elements of birding and methods for observing birds in the field.

You’ll also take a panoramic look at the bird species of North America, and visit 23 of the top North American birding sites. This is your doorway to an endlessly rewarding pursuit, and a lifetime of enjoyment and discovery.

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Birding Basics: Bird Origins and Taxonomy

Basic Bird Anatomy

Size, Shape, and Color as Birding Tools

Bird Distribution, Status, and Endemism

Habitat and Season as Birding Tools

Introduction to Birding Optics

Tactics for Better Birding

Using Bird Behavior to Identify Birds

Understanding Variations in Plumage

Birding by Ear

Essentials of Bird Migration

Birding at Night

Pelagic Birding

Waterbirds, Shorebirds, and Game Birds

Diurnal Raptors

From Doves to Kingfishers

Passerines: From Flycatchers to Thrushes

Passerines: From Thrashers to Warblers

Passerines: From Tanagers to Finches

Photography for Birders

Birding Sites in Eastern North America

Birding Sites in Western North America

Birds and People

Birding Ethics and Conservation