Birds of the Sierra Nevada: Their Natural History, Status, and Distribution [Paperback]

This beautifully illustrated and user-friendly book presents the most up-to-date information available about the natural histories of birds of the Sierra Nevada, the origins of their names, the habitats they prefer, how they communicate and interact with one another, their relative abundance, and where they occur within the region. Each species account features original illustrations by Keith Hansen.

In addition to characterizing individual species,Birds of the Sierra Nevadaalso describes ecological zones and bird habitats, recent trends in populations and ranges, conservation efforts, and more than 160 rare species. It also includes a glossary of terms, detailed maps, and an extensive bibliography with over 500 citations.

Edward C. Beedywas a co-author ofDiscovering Sierra Birdsand has authored numerous technical publications and articles on Sierra birds.
Edward R. Pandolfinois President of Western Field Ornithologists and a Regional Editor for Northern California forNorth American Birds.
Keith Hansenis a professional bird artist who illustratedDiscovering Sierra Birds, Distributional Checklist of North American Birds, Birds of Yosemite and the East Slope, California Wild Lands, A Guide to the Nature Conservancy Preserves,andThe Natural History of the Point Reyes Peninsula,among other books.

The Sierra Nevada has inspired a long history of outstanding science and art, and now it has a bird book that measures up on all counts. Avid birders will be more than satisfied with the 'when' and 'where' information about each species, while novices (and experts) will be drawn in by the 'how' and 'why' facts sprinkled throughout, as well as by Keith Hansen's lively and beautiful artwork. It is rare that a reference book invites you to simply sit down and read, and this is such a book. --David Allen Sibley, author and illustrator ofThe Sibley Guide to Birds
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