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Peterson Field Guide to Birds of North America

by Roger Tory Peterson

A North American bird guide with a new Hawaii section

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A North American bird guide with a new Hawaii section

This second edition brings together species coverage, identification guidance, and revised range maps for birding across North America. Its Peterson Identification System groups similar birds and calls attention to differences that can help distinguish them in the field. The edition adds 25 plates devoted to Hawaiian birds, extending the guide’s coverage to species from the islands, while revised text and updated maps reflect the book’s stated ornithological revisions. The combination makes this a practical reference organized around comparing species and locating their ranges, with Hawaii given a dedicated place alongside the rest of North America.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Birders who want an illustrated identification guide for North American species.
  • Readers seeking coverage that includes Hawaiian birds.
  • Beginners and experienced birders, as described in the source.

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Bird identificationSpecies comparisonRange and distributionHawaiian birds

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Book overview

A new edition of the best-selling field guide with 25 all-new plates covering the birds of Hawaii.

For decades, the Peterson Field Guide to Birds has been a popular and trusted bird watching guide for birders of all levels, thanks to its famous system of identification and unparalleled illustrations. Now that the American Birding Association has expanded its species Checklist to include Hawaii, the Peterson Guide is the first edition to include the wonderful and exotic Hawaiian birds. In addition, the text and updated range maps have been revised, and much of the art has been touched up to reflect current knowledge for easy bird identification.

This comprehensive second edition gives you everything you need for successful birding in North America:

  • The Peterson Identification System: Put the famous method to work, simplifying bird identification by grouping similar species and highlighting key differences on the page.
  • Complete North American Coverage: Explore from coast to coast with fully updated range maps and text reflecting the latest ornithological knowledge.
  • Exclusive Hawaiian Birds Section: Discover the wonderful and exotic species of our fiftieth state, featuring 25 beautiful, all-new plates not found in previous editions.
  • For All Skill Levels: Whether you're a beginner or an expert birder, this guide has been a trusted companion in the field for decades.
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