Howard Youth: Birds of the Chesapeake Bay, Kartoniert / Broschiert

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A fun and accessible guide to birding one of the world's most vital bodies of water, supporting remarkable biodiversity and more than 18 million people.

The Chesapeake Bay is the largest estuary in the United States, and the different habitats found on the North, South, East, and West Bay make for year-round birding. Without trying hard, you'll likely see some of the Bay's spectacular birds---diving Ospreys in summer, geese flocking in fall and winter, and Great Blue Herons stalking the shallows in any month. This easy-to-use book will help you identify more than 100 commonly occurring birds that help make the region the natural wonders that it is. An emphasis on best practices and habitat sustainability help empower conservation and ensure that birding around our most precious resources will be possible for years to come. Perfect for budding and experienced birders alike, this sleek and compact guide is the ideal travel companion for every trip to the region.