A Californian's Guide to the Birds Among Us by Charles Hood

In this playfully narrative guide, Hood introduces the curious birder of any skill level to 120 species of birds living in natural, urban, and suburban areas in California. Through photos, ecological descriptions, and recounts of personal experiences, Hood highlights the complex and fascinating dynamics of birds. The life of a house finch has never sounded so rich. This book will guide you in understanding birds, bird songs, spectrograms, phenology, and more.  

Paperback, 168 pages, Heyday Books, 9” x 6”.