Compact Guide to Virginia Birds

by Curtis G. Smalling, Gregory Kennedy

This fascinating fact-filled book is an excellent introduction to the avian populations of Virginia. Over 80 species of birds are featured with two pages devoted to each species. A full-color illustration of each bird includes key identifiers. You'll also find information on each bird's common and scientific name, its size and voice, a range map, a photograph of the bird's egg, along with information on nesting, size of the egg and incubation period. Each account also includes illustrations of similar species.

192 pages, Paperback

First published April 1, 2006

Reviews

[Candice · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the perfect introductory field guide for people living in Virginia. It’s clear, well organized and full of this same type of information in a traditional field guide, but on a smaller scale. It would be easy to move into other guides later because they would feel familiar. Not only that, but the size is perfect and the cover is well made. Even though it’s a bit dated, I recommend this for anyone who is getting interested in birds, adults or children.

[Amy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Decent for the urban/suburban bird watcher.