The Sibley guide to birds
At head of title: National Audubon Society
/ written and illustrated by David Sibley
- 1st ed.
- New York : Alfred A. Knopf , c2000.
- 544 p. : col. ill., col. maps ; 25 cm.
"A Chanticleer Press edition"--P. opposite t.p. Includes index.
A renowned bird illustrator presents a field guide to North American birds which details the many plumages and habits, describes songs and calls, and shows the complete distribution of each species. Showing some 810 species and 350 regional populations with nuanced color illustrations, the contents are arranged in groups of related species to allow for easy comparison.