Birding Hot Spots of Santa Fe, Taos, and Northern New Mexico (Volume 51) (W. L. Moody Jr. Natural History Series) - Softcover

Liddell, Judith; Hussey, Barbara

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1623492548 ISBN 13: 9781623492540

Publisher: Texas A&M University Press, 2013

Synopsis

In their second guide to birding in New Mexico, Judy Liddell and Barbara Hussey share their experiences and intimate knowledge of the best places to find birds in and around Santa Fe and other areas in northern New Mexico.

Following the same format as their book on the Albuquerque area, the authors describe 32 sites organized by geographic regions. Along with a general description of each area, the authors list target birds; explain where and when to look for them; give driving directions; provide information about public transportation, parking, fees, restrooms, food, and lodging; and give tips on availability of water and picnic facilities and on the presence of hazards such as poison ivy, rattlesnakes, and bears. Maps and photographs provide trail diagrams and images of some of the target birds and their environments.

A “helpful information” section covering weather, altitude, safety, transportation, and other local birding resources is included along with an annotated checklist of 276 bird species seen with some regularity in and around Santa Fe.

About this title

About the Author

JUDY LIDDELL is a freelance writer, teacher, blogger, and board member of Audubon New Mexico and the Central New Mexico Audubon Society, as well as president of the New Mexico Audubon Council.
BARBARA HUSSEY is former president, board member, birding field trip leader, and newsletter editor for the Central New Mexico Audubon Society. Liddell and Hussey live in Albuquerque and are coauthors of Birding Hot Spots of Central New Mexico.

Review

“Birding Hot Spots of Santa Fe, Taos, and Northern New Mexico includes everything but binoculars! Highest praise and appreciation to Judy and Barbara for their meticulously researched, lovingly detailed, and expertly written guide. . . an absolute must have for any birder.”—Jan Saunders, author of Bird Notes from the Galisteo Basin (Jan Saunders 2014-10-27)

“A well-researched, highly detailed and yet accessible guide, this is the go-to book for bird watching and understanding the ecosystems of northern New Mexio.”—Jim O’Donnell, Wilderness Guide, photographer, and author of Notes for the Aurora Society (Jim O'Donnell 2014-11-17)

“It's no secret that New Mexico is enchanting! But in this handy guidebook, the authors unlock and provide access to the special  places to find birds  in northern New Mexico- both well-known  sites and gems off the beaten  path. Rich with the selection  of amazing bird­ watching sites on public lands  and several  sites on or near  Pueblo  lands  as well as the details you need to plan your  outing, this book comes from  birders who want  to open your eyes to birding while exploring the inspiring landscapes around Santa Fe and  north. Whether you are visiting or live in New Mexico, this book is meant to be used on your adventures and will surely  have a well-loved feel with dog-eared pages many years  from now.”—Karyn Stockdale, Senior Advisor for National Audubon Society, formerly Vice President & Executive Director Audubon New Mexico (Karyn Stockdale 2014-11-17)

“These authors have done it again—providing yet another powerful birding guide for New Mexico! This user-friendly book will help birders discover the lesser-birded northern part of the state, with everything you’ll need to know for your visit along with tantalizing lists of target birds. Not only will you add new species to your list, but you’ll also contribute to our knowledge of birds in this area!”—Carol Beidleman, Director of Bird Conservation, Audubon New Mexico (Carol Beidleman 2014-11-21)

“Liddell and Hussey have provided New Mexico birders and visitors with a valuable resource for bird-finding in northern New Mexico.  The have identified the locally known areas—and some not so well known—where folks can go to find birds.  This book will help bring New Mexico’s diverse avifauna to a wider audience.”—Tom Jervis, President, Sangre de Cristo Audubon Society (Tom Jervis 2014-12-15)

"In their second quide to birding in New mexico, Judy Liddell and Barbara Hussey share their experiences and intimate knowledge of the best places to find birds in and around Santa Fe and other areas in northern New mexico." -- Birders Library (Birders Library 2015-06-12)

“Birding Hot Spots of Santa Fe, Taos, and Northern New Mexico offers the second guide to birding in the area and pairs the authors’ special knowledge of both birding and the best places to find birds in and around Santa Fe and the Northern New Mexico area. . . the result is a ‘must’ take-along tote for any bird aficionado heading to New Mexico.”––Midwest Book Review (Midwest Book Review 2015-07-20)

 “. . . accessible to neophyte birders and satisfying to buffs. . .”—New Mexico Magazine (New Mexico Magazine 2015-08-01)

“. . . bursting with information about where to spot birds at 32 sites and other relevant details for bird watching.”—Life in New Mexico (Life in New Mexico 2015-07-05)

“Like their first birding guide book, authors Judy Liddell and Barbara Hussey’s new book is bursting with information about where to spot birds at 32 sites and other relevant details for bird watching.”—Albuquerque Journal (Albuquerque Journal 2015-07-08)

About this edition

• Publisher: Texas A&M University Press
• Publication date: 2013
• ISBN 10: 1623492548
• ISBN 13: 9781623492540
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 304