Excellent alternate view to the Sibley and Peterson guides. Mentioned in the Big Year as one of the bibles of fanatic birders.
Laura R. (laurabird1) - , reviewed Birds of North America (Kaufman Focus Guides) on + 61 more book reviews
More than 2,000 photographs have been selected and digitally edited to show exactly how to identify each bird. Vivid descriptions capture each birds' key markings, habits, habitats and voice. Extremely well organized - you can see all the information you need at a glance. Range maps show when and where to see each bird throughout the year. Author Kenn Kaufman is a legend among birders, the youngest person ever to win thier highest honor, the Ludlow Griscom award. He is also a field editor for the publication AUDOBON.
