Birding in the American West A Handbook Author:Kevin J. Zimmer From the Great Plains to the Arctic Tundra, the Amer. West, incl. Alaska, is home to a stunning variety of birds. This indispensable volume, both a field guide & a site-finding guide, provides an ideal introduction to the pleasures of birding west of the Mississippi. The book: tells where to go, what birds to look for, & how to identify them; de... more »scribes the exciting & varied bird habitats found in the West; features species accounts with valuable information on bird location, behavior, & field marks; & teaches bird-finding & bird-identifying skills applicable anywhere. Zimmer is a renowned guide for birding expeditions. Here, his experience of watching birds & teaching comes through in a wealth of tidbits covering a diverse array of subjects. 100+ B&W photos & drawings.« less