Birds of New England: A Timber Press Field Guide - Paperback

by Zach Adams (Author)

A comprehensive guide to the birds of New England, with stunning photos, maps, and nuanced information on how to locate and identify each unique bird.

This easy to use, comprehensive field guide covers the sandy habitats bordered by the Atlantic Ocean to those nestled within vibrant fall foliage, resplendent lakes, and impressive mountain ranges. Birds of New England provides bird aficionados with detailed descriptions of avian voices, behaviors, and habitats, and points out the top birding sites throughout the region. Naturalist and educator Zach Adams provides guidance and helpful tips on all aspects of birding, from equipment to conservation-oriented birding practices, making this a great addition to any bird enthusiast's bookshelf.

-Covers Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Connecticut
-Describes and illustrates over 350 bird species, including local favorites and rare curiosities
-Over 900 spectacular photographs of relevant plumages and birds in flight
-Individual range maps show each bird's seasonal and migratory patterns
-Easy to use for beginners and experts alike

Author Biography

Birds have lured Zach Adams on adventures in varied ecosystems throughout New England, across the United States, and even abroad. He has trudged through alder swamps, trotted through bogs, and canoed oxbows of the Housatonic River. Throughout his career in conservation-- working with National Audubon, Mass Audubon, and Northwest Connecticut Land Conservancy-- Zach's knowledge and enthusiasm have helped hundreds of people connect with birds. He has also spotted county-first bird species two years in a row. It's not unusual to find him hunched over a spotting scope in a tropical rainstorm, but he also enjoys quieter moments fly-fishing in New England's mountain streams. Zach lives in Ashley Falls, Massachusetts, with his wife, Evelyn.