[PDF] The Armchair Birder Goes Coastal eBook

Author : John Yow
Publisher : Univ of North Carolina Press
Page : 257 pages
File Size : 39,98 MB
Release : 2012-05-01
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0807882607

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With his distinctively witty, anecdotal, and disarming voice, John Yow now journeys to the shore and shares his encounters with some of the most familiar and beloved coastal birds. Out of his travels--from North Carolina's Outer Banks, down the Atlantic coast, and westward along the Gulf of Mexico--come colorful accounts of twenty-eight species, from ubiquitous beach birds like sanderlings and laughing gulls to wonders of nature like roseate spoonbills and the American avocets. Along the way, Yow delves deeply into the birds' habits and behaviors, experiencing and relating the fascination that leads many an amateur naturalist to become the most unusual of species--a birder. Seasonally organized chapters explore the improbable, the wonderful, and the amusing aspects of these birds' lives. Yow embellishes his observations with field notes, anecdotes, and stories from some of America's finest naturalists--including John James Audubon, Arthur Cleveland Bent, Rachel Carson, and Peter Matthiessen. Combining the endless fascination of bird life with the pleasure of good reading, The Armchair Birder Goes Coastal is the perfect companion for any nature lover's next trip to the beach.

Author : John Yow
Publisher : UNC Press Books
Page : 783 pages
File Size : 36,11 MB
Release : 2012-12-01
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1469610019

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Available for the first time together in this Omnibus E-Book, The Armchair Birder's Omnibus brings together both of John Yow's delightful books into one convenient e-book. While birding literature is filled with tales of expert observers spotting rare species in exotic locales, John Yow reminds us in The Armchair Birder, that the most fascinating birds can be the ones perched right outside our windows. In thirty-five engaging and sometimes irreverent vignettes, Yow reveals the fascinating lives of the birds we see nearly every day. Following the seasons, he covers forty-two species, discussing the improbable, unusual, and comical aspects of his subjects' lives. Yow offers his own observations, anecdotes, and stories as well as those of America's classic bird writers, such as John James Audubon, Arthur Bent, and Edward Forbush. This unique addition to bird literature combines the fascination of bird life with the pleasure of good reading. In his follow-up volume The Armchair Birder Goes Coastal, Yow now journeys to the shore and shares his encounters with some of the most familiar and beloved coastal birds. Out of his travels--from North Carolina's Outer Banks, down the Atlantic coast, and westward along the Gulf of Mexico--come colorful accounts of twenty-eight species, from ubiquitous beach birds like sanderlings and laughing gulls to wonders of nature like roseate spoonbills and the American avocets. Along the way, Yow delves deeply into the birds' habits and behaviors, experiencing and relating the fascination that leads many an amateur naturalist to become the most unusual of species--a birder.

Author : John Yow
Publisher : Univ of North Carolina Press
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 48,75 MB
Release : 2009-04-01
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0807888788

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While birding literature is filled with tales of expert observers spotting rare species in exotic locales, John Yow reminds us that the most fascinating birds can be the ones perched right outside our windows. In thirty-five engaging and sometimes irreverent vignettes, Yow reveals the fascinating lives of the birds we see nearly every day. Following the seasons, he covers forty-two species, discussing the improbable, unusual, and comical aspects of his subjects' lives. Yow offers his own observations, anecdotes, and stories as well as those of America's classic bird writers, such as John James Audubon, Arthur Bent, and Edward Forbush. This unique addition to bird literature combines the fascination of bird life with the pleasure of good reading.

Author : Budd Titlow
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 245 pages
File Size : 11,36 MB
Release : 2013-09-03
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0762797703

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Through a hundred short vignettes accompanied by stunning avian portraits, Bird Brains takes a look at the antics, behaviors, and idiosyncrasies of wild birds from the viewpoint of a professional wildlife biologist and award-winning wildlife photographer. Titlow understands the often wild and wacky lives of birders--those who are always ready and willing to drop everything at a moment’s notice and "twitch off" to some exotic locations just to add another checkmark to their life lists. His engaging stories, complemented by vivid images, provide a fascinating compendium of wild bird lore perfectly suited to the 65-million-plus birders across the United States.

Author : Bruce Obee
Publisher :
Page : 107 pages
File Size : 10,70 MB
Release : 1999-04
Category :
ISBN : 9780788162312

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An invaluable book for any serious or semi-serious birder, this is more than a diary & convenient place to compile lists of observations, locations, feeders, & nest-boxes. It is also a practical long-term record keeper & a handy source of knowledge, jam-packed with gorgeous illustrations & information vital to West Coast (of Canada) birders all year long. The journal is divided into monthly sections, each providing details on seasonal birder activities & specific viewing suggestions. Includes a comprehensive lists of bird species typical of the West Coast of Canada, together with an index of prime bird watching locations.

Author : Waterford Press
Publisher : Waterford Press
Page : 12 pages
File Size : 19,39 MB
Release : 2022-05-24
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781620055533

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Eastern Coastal Birds is the ideal guide for the seasonal visitor or resident to identify commonly seen birds. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 140 familiar species and a map featuring birding hotspots. Printed on waterproof paper for durability, this pocket guide is ideal for use by birders of all ages.

Author : Ian Harding
Publisher : Macmillan + ORM
Page : 214 pages
File Size : 24,10 MB
Release : 2017-05-02
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 1250117089

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A 7-time Teen Choice Award Winner on Freeform's most-watched series, Pretty Little Liars ... A social media influencer with over 7 million followers ... An avid birdwatcher? Yes, you read that correctly. Ian Harding is all of these things, and so much more. In this memoir, explore the unexpected world of a young celebrity through the lens of his favorite pastime — birding. Odd Birds is more than just a Hollywood memoir or tell-all. At its heart, this book is a coming-of-age story in which Ian wrestles with an ever evolving question— how can he still be himself, while also being a celebrity. Each humorous and heartfelt story features a particular bird—sometimes literal, at other times figurative. Using this framework, Ian explores a variety of topics, including growing up, life as a television actor and nature lover, and whether it is better to shave or wax one’s chest for an on-screen love scene. A funny and heartwarming window into Ian’s life, Odd Birds is a must-read for fans of nature writing and memoir alike.