Bull's Birds of New York State - Hardcover

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0801434041 ISBN 13: 9780801434044

Publisher: Cornell University Press, 1998

Synopsis

Whether you watch birds on the shores of Long Island, at the Bashakill Marsh, at Niagara Falls, or just at your backyard feeder, this volume will help you appreciate what our Empire State has to offer. It will give you a historical perspective, and it will tell you what we can hope to look forward to in the future if we are vigilant stewards of our natural world.―Governor George E. PatakiThe "bible" of the state's birders since its publication in 1974, John Bull's Birds of New York State has now been completely revised and updated by the Federation of New York State Bird Clubs. This eagerly awaited survey of bird life in the state today provides new and thorough accounts of all 451 species on the official New York State checklist. The book features 7 new maps―4 in full color―and 30 striking sketches by bird artist Dale Dyer.Birders will find chapters covering topics from the prehistoric birds of the region to contemporary bird habitats and the ways in which current classification is being affected by DNA data and research. The species accounts themselves pay particular attention to date parameters and frequency of occurrence, details that are important to the active birder. Where applicable, full subspecies discussions are included.Meticulously prepared by the editor, Emanuel Levine, and the more than 70 members of the Federation who served as authors, this book will prove invaluable to birdwatchers statewide―whether backyard feeder watchers, casual birders, or dyed-in-the-wool enthusiasts.

About this title

About the Author

Emanuel Levine is Chairman of Publications for the Federation of New York State Bird Clubs.

Emanuel Levine is Chairman of Publications for the Federation of New York State Bird Clubs.

Review

"In summary, the new Bull revision is a handsome specimen. This revision of a classic text will be a valuable resource to experts, a learning guide for intermediate birders, and a goldmine of information for the beginner."

"Birders and ornithologists in New York State will want to include this book in their libraries."

"The new version of Bull's Birds is a necessary purchase for public and academic libraries in New York and adjacent states. It would be a useful purchase for birding libraries everywhere."

"This sturdy volume will be the main reference for all New York birders, whatever their level of expertise. Recommended for general readers, undergraduates through faculty."

"Readers will find new and thorough accounts of all 451 species on the official state checklist, as well as date parameters and frequency of occurrence."

"This volume stands out as a companion to traditional field guides... A wealth of information."

"The most current and most complete documentation available of the status and distribution of birds of New York.... Emanuel Levine and the authors have put together a book that provides documentation of interest to the serious birder, interesting tidbits for the most casual birdwatcher, and food for thought for professional resource managers. Everyone with an interest in birds of New York should clear a space on their bookshelves for this volume which will become an invaluable reference."

Edition details

• Publisher: Cornell University Press
• Publication date: 1998
• ISBN 10: 0801434041
• ISBN 13: 9780801434044
• Binding: Hardcover
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 648
• Editor: Levine Emanuel