Bird Feathers & Eggs of the Rocky Mountains

Identify bird eggs, feathers, and nests with this pocket-size booklet, organized by feather size for convenience of use. Whether you're a tracker who studies animal signs, a bird watcher, a gardener, or someone who appreciates nature and its curiosities, keep this handy guide close at hand. Written by naturalist and environmental scientist Stephanie Panlasigui and designed for ease of use, the booklet is organized by birds' typical feather sizes for quick identification. Narrow your choices by size and browse through the spiral-bound booklet to identify your find. The detailed photographs cover 40 species: backyard birds like the American Robin, raptors like the Red-tailed Hawk, and waterbirds like the Canada Goose. Each entry includes information about the bird's eggs, nest, and feathers. Plus, you'll appreciate basic information about egg anatomy, feather anatomy, and why it's illegal to collect bird eggs, feathers, and nests. Bring this lightweight quick guide along on your next hike, camping trip, or walk in the park, and discover which birds have been there and which birds you still might see. The content is applicable to the Rocky Mountain states, including Colorado, Idaho, Montana, northern Nevada, northern Utah, and Wyoming. Quick Guide Features: Pocket-size format-easier than laminated foldouts Photographs and information about 40 common bird species Helpful details about egg and feather anatomy Tear-resistant pages that make the booklet durable