"Identifying birds can be overwhelming. Where and how do you start? The good news is that most people already know more than they realize about birds, which can greatly simplify the identification process. Written in a helpful, conversational style and illustrated with numerous photos, this "12-step program" starts with the basics and builds logically into a manageable framework that enables anyone to get into, or get more out of, the world of watching,...

"A field guide to the birds of western North America -- sponsored by the National Audubon Society, the National Wildlife Federation, and the Roger Tory Peterson Institute." --

Presents a field guide to the most common birds found in the United States and Canada, with information on physical features, coloring, bird songs, distinguishing marks, and locations where the species can usually be seen.

"Describes and illustrates all the species of ferns found in the northeastern and central United States and Canada, with information on life cycles, use in flower gardens, and fossils."--