This pocket-sized guide is the perfect gift for birdwatchers, bird owners, and anyone fascinated by our feathered friends

Bird-brained: it’s not just an insult anymore. These tiny dinosaurs have captured the human imagination since the dawn of time, and this illustrated, accessible guide covers it all—from bird anatomy and behavior to migration patterns and bird-watching tips. Experts and bird beginners alike will learn about:

How dinosaurs became birds
Bird behavior: migration, murmuration, and mobbing
Birder lingo 101
How to identify backyard birds
Decoding birdsong & “talking” birds
How we domesticated birds

With handy diagrams, helpful tips, and fun trivia, this handy compendium is the perfect companion for anyone looking to get a bird’s-eye view on our avian allies, whether in the great outdoors or at their window birdfeeder.

About the Author

Alice Sun is a science journalist with a bachelor’s in environmental biology and a master’s in science, health and environmental reporting from New York University. She is also the author of Birds: An Illustrated Field Guide (Cider Mill Press, 2022)

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