Stokes Beginner's Guide to Bird Feeding

by Donald W. Stokes, Lillian Q. Stokes

Copiously illustrated with maps, line drawings, and full-color photographs, this large format paperback book contains the essential information that backyard nature enthusiasts want and need -- to select feeders and understand the basics of birdfeeding.

Genres: Nonfiction, Animals

150 pages, Paperback

First published April 29, 2002

About the author

Donald W. Stokes and Lillian Q. Stokes are widely recognized as America's foremost authorities on birds and nature. Their books include the bestselling Stokes Field Guide to the Birds of North America, the Stokes Field Guide to Birds, the Stokes Beginner's Guide to Birds, the Stokes Nature Guides, and the Stokes Backyard Nature Books. They live in New Hampshire and Florida.

Reviews

[Jodi · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great beginners guide to feed and feeders. A lot of the info I had already discovered by trial and error so I wish I would have read this first. My only complaint is that it isn’t more obvious where the bird lives. There’s a tiny map by each bird but I would think I saw one and then look at the map and it was an eastern bird. I went through and just marked the birds that would only be in my area and it made it easier. Good knowledge for a starting bird feeder/watcher.

[Jack Hansen · Rating 4 out of 5]

Beautifully displayed, educational, and practical, this book, a Beginner's Guide to Bird Feeding, by Donald and Lillian Stokes, is a joy to read as well as an excellent reference. The stunning photography shows the beauty and particular markings of each species, male and female, their locations in North America where they are found, their main diet, songs, and fun facts all printed on top grade, glossy paper that bring each page to life. Besides feathered friend information, details on squirrels, squirrel deterrents, and a variety of bird feeders are available for each nature lover's region. On the back pages, resources for bird organizations, books, internet sites, and phone numbers list where one can purchase supplies and bird feed, such as, Mealworms. This handy little book shares professional, sharp pictures of the seeds used for bird feeders along with tips for their maintenance. The book's construction, itself, allows this guide to be an often-used, convenient reference to delight for many years to come.

[Jessica Ann · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a GREAT book for someone just starting to feed, watch, and identify common back-yard birds. I have referred to it countless times since I received it for Christmas, and I always find the bird I am looking for (or at).

[Christina · Rating 3 out of 5]

A brief overview of backyard bird feeding. This book covers types of seed and birdfeeders, troubleshooting problems, and a select guide of common birds seen at feeders with what they like to eat, and their nesting habits. It's a solid quick overview.