
Guide to the Birds of Alaska, 6th edition
Robert H. Armstrong(Author)
Alaska Northwest Books (Publisher)
6th Edition
Will be published approx. on 28. May 2015
Book
Paperback/Softback
368 pages
978-1-941821-42-8 (ISBN)
Description
"For those who plan to visit Alaska, this book is an obvious must, but even armchair birders will get satisfaction from reading it. Any birder will get many hours of enjoyment" -The Canadian Field-Naturalist
Guide to the Birds of Alaska has been a must-have for Alaska birders for more than thirty years. New in the sixth edition:
More than 900 full-color photos, including 400 new to this edition
every bird is now illustrated including the casuals and accidentals
22 new species of birds
All changes in names and systematics made by the American Ornithological Union
Updated status and distribution charts showing the seasonal occurrence of each bird in Alaska's six biogeographic regions
Detailed information on field marks, behavior, similar species, voice, and habitat
Useful map of Alaska's six biogeographic regions
Checklist of all species for birder's use
Comprehensive reading list and index
This comprehensive guide provides the most current knowledge about the birds in Alaska. "A fun and convenient way to pique or enhance your interest in Alaskan birds." - Daily Sitka Sentinel
Guide to the Birds of Alaska has been a must-have for Alaska birders for more than thirty years. New in the sixth edition:
More than 900 full-color photos, including 400 new to this edition
every bird is now illustrated including the casuals and accidentals
22 new species of birds
All changes in names and systematics made by the American Ornithological Union
Updated status and distribution charts showing the seasonal occurrence of each bird in Alaska's six biogeographic regions
Detailed information on field marks, behavior, similar species, voice, and habitat
Useful map of Alaska's six biogeographic regions
Checklist of all species for birder's use
Comprehensive reading list and index
This comprehensive guide provides the most current knowledge about the birds in Alaska. "A fun and convenient way to pique or enhance your interest in Alaskan birds." - Daily Sitka Sentinel
More details
Edition
6th Revised edition
Language
English
Place of publication
Portland
United States
Publishing group
Graphic Arts Center Publishing Co
Edition type
Revised edition
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Illustrations
900 full-color photographs, 1 full-color map
Dimensions
Height: 213 mm
Width: 136 mm
Thickness: 20 mm
Weight
526 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-941821-42-8 (9781941821428)
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Previous edition

Robert H. Armstrong
Guide to the Birds of Alaska
Book
04/2008
5th Edition
Alaska Northwest Books
€45.72
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Persons
Bob Armstrong has pursued a career in Alaska as a biologist, naturalist, and nature photographer since 1960. He is the author of the best-selling book NATURE OF SOUTHEAST ALASKA and numerous other popular and scientific books and articles on the natural history of the state. He lives in Juneau, Alaska. www.naturebob.com
Content
CONTENTS
A Note on Alaska's Biogeographic Regions
Map
Introduction
Key to Charts
Checklist of Alaska's Birds
BIRD FAMILIES
Geese, Swans, Ducks
Grouse, Ptarmigan
Loons
Grebes
Albatrosses
Fulmars, Petrels, Shearwaters
Storm-Petrels
Cormorants
Bitterns, Herons
Ospreys
Hawks, Eagles
Rails, Coots
Cranes
Oystercatchers
Plovers
Sandpipers
Jaegers
Auks, Murres, & Puffins
Gulls, Terns
Pigeons, Doves
Typical Owls
Goatsuckers
Swifts
Hummingbirds
Kingfishers
Woodpeckers
Falcons
Tyrant Flycatchers
Shrikes
Vireos
Jays, Magpies, Crows
Larks
Swallows
Chickadees
Nuthatches
Creepers
Wrens
Dippers
Kinglets
Leaf Warblers
Old World Flycatchers and Allies
Thrushes
Starlings
Wagtails, Pipits
Waxwings
Longspurs and Snow Buntings
Wood Warblers
Sparrows, Buntings
Cardinals and Allies
Blackbirds
Finches
Old World Sparrows
Casual and Accidental Species
Further Reading
Index
Photo Credits
About the Author
Notes
A Note on Alaska's Biogeographic Regions
Map
Introduction
Key to Charts
Checklist of Alaska's Birds
BIRD FAMILIES
Geese, Swans, Ducks
Grouse, Ptarmigan
Loons
Grebes
Albatrosses
Fulmars, Petrels, Shearwaters
Storm-Petrels
Cormorants
Bitterns, Herons
Ospreys
Hawks, Eagles
Rails, Coots
Cranes
Oystercatchers
Plovers
Sandpipers
Jaegers
Auks, Murres, & Puffins
Gulls, Terns
Pigeons, Doves
Typical Owls
Goatsuckers
Swifts
Hummingbirds
Kingfishers
Woodpeckers
Falcons
Tyrant Flycatchers
Shrikes
Vireos
Jays, Magpies, Crows
Larks
Swallows
Chickadees
Nuthatches
Creepers
Wrens
Dippers
Kinglets
Leaf Warblers
Old World Flycatchers and Allies
Thrushes
Starlings
Wagtails, Pipits
Waxwings
Longspurs and Snow Buntings
Wood Warblers
Sparrows, Buntings
Cardinals and Allies
Blackbirds
Finches
Old World Sparrows
Casual and Accidental Species
Further Reading
Index
Photo Credits
About the Author
Notes