{"product_id":"west-virginia-birds-an-introduction-to-familiar-species-paperback","title":"West Virginia Birds: An Introduction to Familiar Species - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eJames Kavanagh\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eWaterford Press\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eRaymond Leung\u003c\/b\u003e (Illustrator)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith large tracts of hardwood forests as well as mixed and coniferous forests at higher altitudes in the Appalachian Mountains, West Virginia hosts both northern and southern bird species. Most of these are forests dweller such as wood-warblers, flycatchers, and thrushes. Along the Ohio River, waterfowl congregate during migration. State bird Northern Cardinal can be found along scrubby edges and near human habitation. Birds represent the entry point into nature study for many people, so getting acquainted with the most familiar species is useful. You can do this with the portable and beautifully illustrated West Virginia Birds, which features 140 species as well as an ecoregion map showing over 20 bird-finding hotspots and learning sites. Laminated for durability, this lightweight, 12-panel folding pocket guide is an excellent resource for educators, learners, naturalists, and birders who strive to sharpen their bird identification skills and peer more closely into birds' fascinating lives. Made in the USA.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWest Virginia Birds, An Introduction to Familiar Species, is a must-have, reference guide for beginners and experts alike. Whether you're on a nature hike or in your own backyard, you'll want to take along a copy of this indispensable guide. The Pocket Naturalist series is an introduction to common plants and animals and natural phenomena. Each pocket-sized, folding guide highlights up to 150 species and most feature a map highlighting prominent sanctuaries and outstanding natural attractions. Each is laminated for durability. (31\/2 X 81\/4 folded, opens to 22 X 81\/4, color illustrations, map) \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eZoologist Jim Kavanagh has made a career out of introducing novices to plants, animals, the sciences and world cultures. In addition to creating over 500 simplified nature guides, he has also authored guides to languages, cities and outdoor skills. An avid traveler and backpacker, Kavanagh's path has taken him around the world to many remote destinations including the upper Amazon, Africa, Australia, and the Arctic Circle (and this is just the As). He is also the author of a series of state-specific guides to common species and natural attractions and a children's book on evolution. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003ewww.waterfordpress.com\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.14 x 8.36 x 4.02 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e March 01, 2002\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48640122487033,"sku":"9781583551868","price":8.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/2782\/3097\/files\/qLlZHmdF2h9781583551868.webp?v=1783322096","url":"https:\/\/bookscloud.io\/products\/west-virginia-birds-an-introduction-to-familiar-species-paperback","provider":"BooksCloud Book Dropshipping","version":"1.0","type":"link"}