Phoenix Birds: A Folding Pocket Guide to Familiar Species in the Valley of the Sun (A Pocket Naturalist Guide)

Kavanagh, James; Press, Waterford

ISBN 10: 1583551638 ISBN 13: 9781583551639

Publisher: Waterford Press, 2003

Synopsis

A terrific place for urban birding, Phoenix is home to over 290 species of birds, including ubiquitous Gambel's Quail and the state bird, the cactus wren. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 140 familiar and unique species and includes a map featuring prominent regional bird-viewing areas. Laminated for durability, this lightweight, pocket-sized folding guide is an excellent source of portable information and ideal for field use by visitors and residents alike. Made in the USA.

About this title

From the Back Cover:

Phoenix Birds, An Introduction to Familiar Species in the Valley of the Sun, is a must-have, reference guide for beginners and experts alike. Whether you're on a nature hike or in your own backyard, you'll want to take along a copy of this indispensable guide. The Pocket Naturalist series is an introduction to common plants and animals and natural phenomena. Each pocket-sized, folding guide highlights up to 150 species and most feature a map highlighting prominent sanctuaries and outstanding natural attractions. Each is laminated for durability.

About the Author:

Zoologist Jim Kavanagh has made a career out of introducing novices to plants, animals, the sciences and world cultures. In addition to creating over 500 simplified nature guides, he has also authored guides to languages, cities and outdoor skills. An avid traveler and backpacker, Kavanagh’s path has taken him around the world to many remote destinations including the upper Amazon, Africa, Australia, and the Arctic Circle (and this is just the As). He is also the author of a series of state-specific guides to common species and natural attractions and a children's book on evolution.

About this edition

• Publisher: Waterford Press
• Publication date: 2003
• ISBN 10: 1583551638
• ISBN 13: 9781583551639
• Binding: Pamphlet
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 1
• Illustrator: Leung Raymond