Birds And Beacons Of Michigan

With over 3,000 miles of freshwater coastline, Michigan boasts an impressive 129 lighthouses and 450 species of birds--nearly half the recorded species in the entire United States. The same lights that keep sailors safe have long been natural waystations for our avian friends, weary from long flights, to land for a quick rest and refueling. More than 100 close-up photos invite visitors to find and identify the colorful birds at 20 iconic lighthouses known to be birding hotspots. This handily organized guide also provides location coordinates and a brief history of each beacon, making it a valuable resource for birdwatchers and lighthouse lovers alike.

Learn to Identify Birds in Michigan! Make bird watching even more enjoyable. With Michigan’s best-selling bird guide, field identification is simple and informative. There’s no need to look through dozens of photos of birds that don’t live in your area. This book features 118 species of Michigan birds organized by color for ease of use. Do you see a yellow bird and don’t know what it is? Go to the yellow section to find out. Crisp, stunning full-page photographs present the species as you’ll see them in nature, and a “compare” feature helps you to decide between look-alikes. Plus, Stan Tekiela’s naturalist notes feature fascinating tidbits and facts. This new edition includes six new species, updated photographs and range maps, expanded information, and even more of Stan’s expert insights. So grab Birds of Michigan Field Guide for your next birding adventure—to help ensure that you positively identify the birds that you see.

Unlock the joys of bird-watching in Michigan with Santus Sanitorials indispensable field guide! This comprehensive book makes identifying birds a breeze, allowing you to focus on the thrill of spotting your favorite species. Say goodbye to sifting through countless photos of birds that don't inhabit your region because this guide features a curated selection of Michigan's diverse bird species, organized by habitat for effortless navigation.With this guide you will enjoy: A user-friendly approach: Each section is dedicated to a specific habitats, such as wetlands, forests, or backyards, to quickly find the birds you're likely to encounter. Easy comparisons: Use the "Compare" feature to distinguish between similar species and make confident identifications. Stunning visuals: Marvel at crisp, full-page photos that showcase each bird's unique characteristics. Expanded content: This latest edition includes more species and fresh photographs, ensuring you have the most comprehensive guide at your fingertips. Embark on your next birding adventure with the "Birds of Michigan: A Field Guide to Bird identification". This book by Santus Sanitorials will help you positively identify the birds you spot, making each outing a rewarding and enriching experience."

A comprehensive account of bird sightings in Washtenaw County

Learn about 320 of Michigan's most abundant or notable bird species. Full-color illustrations complement detailed accounts that cover habitat, nesting, feeding, voice, best sites for viewing and similar species and include a range map. A Quick Reference Guide organizes the species into color-coded family groupings. The book also includes a glossary of terms, checklist, appendix of accidental species and separate indexes for scientific and common names.

The Birds of Michigan is a major publishing event. It is the first popular, comprehensive survey of Michigan's birds in over forty years. Some of the state's leading ornithologist-naturalists have provided species accounts for more than 400 birds seen in the state. These accounts cover current status, distribution, history, habitat, seasonal occurrence, and general North American (or worldwide) breeding and wintering ranges. All of the authors incorporate field observations from Michigan. The 200 species which nest in the state are depicted in 115 full-page color paintings produced especially for this volume by five of Michigan's best-known wildlife artists.

"Features: fun, engaging pages kids will love, easy-to-use format arranged by habitat and size, large photographs for simple bird identification, fun facts for kids"--Page 4 of cover