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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 Anna’s Hummingbird, game birds like the California Quail, and raptors like the Great Horned Owl. 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.
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
Stephanie Panlasigui began her career as a naturalist, guiding children to explore redwood forests, tidepools, and sandy beaches in California. She has since worked for many years to help ensure that natural ecosystems are protected, restored, and given the chance to thrive. She holds a master’s degree in environmental management from Duke University and a bachelor’s degree in environmental sciences from the University of California, Berkeley. She lives in Oakland.
Adventure Quick Guides
How to Use This Guide
Feather Types
Bird’s Nests
Eggs
Identification Guide
Feather Basics
Feather Anatomy
Human Impacts on Wild Birds
Frequently Asked Questions