Backyard Birds of North America - by Daniel O'Sullivan (Hardcover)

About the Book

A practical field guide with identification tips and attracting strategies for over 70 common North American backyard birds.

Book Synopsis

Backyard Birds of North America A Guide to Identifying and Attracting Your Favorite Birds introduces over 70 common North American yard and garden birds. Each species profile includes vivid photos and key identification tips--covering differences in males, females, and juveniles--along with size, behavior, nesting details, and habitat maps. Learn how to attract birds year-round using native plants, feeders, water sources, and nest boxes. The guide also explains how birds support ecosystems through pollination and pest control. Perfect for both beginners and enthusiasts, it's an accessible reference and an invitation to create bird-friendly spaces.

Key Features:

- Profiles of 70+ common backyard birds with ID photos and biological data
- Habitat maps, nesting info, egg descriptions, and birdsong notes
- Identification guides for males, females, and juveniles
- Plant, feeder, and nesting material recommendations
- Practical guidance for birdhouses and wildlife landscaping

Ideal for birders, gardeners, and nature lovers seeking to identify and attract local birds.