Birds: Spellbinding Tales of Flight, Feather, and Song...

by Jon Hamilton (Narrator)

Are birds monogamous? Why do kookaburras laugh? Is the ivory-billed woodpecker really extinct? These fascinating stories feature the delightful and exotic sounds of birds, plus astute and informative commentary from bird lovers, bird experts, and sometimes birds themselves.Learn how naturalist F. Schuyler Matthews translated bird song into musical notes. Discover how the city of Chicago has drawn purple martins back to Lake Michigan, their historic habitat. Find out everything you want to know about the lyrebird's glorious tail. If you're a bird lover, this is for you.The NPR Sound Treks series features outstanding audio documentaries, stories, and commentary from the NPR archives. Each volume features sounds from nature, insights from experts and others who love the outdoor experience (naturalists, zoologists, biologists, adventurers, even a cowgirl), and vivid storytelling that captures the excitement of the wilderness.

Genres: Nonfiction, Science, Audiobook, Nature, Birds, Animals

Audio CD

First published June 1, 2010

Reviews

[Jeanette (Ms. Feisty) · Rating 4 out of 5]

Wonderful listening experience for bird freaks like moi.
Best "wow" fact: If turkey vultures get mad, they will puke on intruders. Their barf stinks so bad that you can't get the smell out. If it's on your clothes, you might as well burn them. No amount of washing or soaking will remove the stench.
So now I've come up with a new curse I can lay on my enemies. "May the puke of a thousand turkey vultures perfume your wardrobe."

[James Biser · Rating 5 out of 5]

I always enjoy NPR. This volume, discussing birding, that is one of my activities, is an excellent piece. It even gives some good ideas about how to promote birding among other people (even the youngsters). I recommend this to others who may be looking into a new pastime. Everyone should listen to this program.

[Sarah · Rating 4 out of 5]

Short and light but still interesting. Would definitely recommend to any nature-lover. Some of the presenters are better narrators than others but on the whole, an enjoyable listen.

[Colleen · Rating 5 out of 5]

unique & fun!

[Kim · Rating 5 out of 5]

Delightful!

[Kelly Whitt · Rating 3 out of 5]

You would think an audiobook dedicated to birds would be delightful and soothing, but some of the noises, like the 700 pigeons flapping their wings, was downright annoying.

[Heather Landskro · Rating 5 out of 5]

It was a great audiobook to listen to about birds!! I recommend this book.

[Jenn · Rating 3 out of 5]

A perfect little audio package! Especially if you happen to be fond of birds.