Birdfinding in British Columbia
- ISBN-10
- 1771000031
- ISBN-13
- 9781771000031
- Category
- Nature
- Pages
- 466
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2013-05-24
- Publisher
- Greystone Books Ltd
- Authors
- Richard Cannings, Russell Cannings
Description
The definitive guide to finding birds in British Columbia, from Canada's top birding team. Veteran naturalist and birdfinder Richard Cannings and his son, Russell Cannings, a gifted birder in his own right, use their combined knowledge and expertise to guide readers to the best birding sites in the province. Packed with descriptions of the natural history, ecosystems, and diverse landscapes of British Columbia and accompanied by numerous maps, this thorough guide is enhanced by Donald Gunn's charming line drawings and the authors' infectious~enthusiasm, making it a must-have for novice and expert birders alike.
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