Description
Although they are familiar and amusing characters, gulls are frequently dismissed as common "parking lot" birds or because their diverse species can be hard to identify. Both assumptions disregard the beauty and grace of gulls, which are among the most approachable of North America's birds. Ranging in size from the dovelike Little Gull to the eagle-like Great Black-Backed Gull, their behavior and habitats are equally varied.
- A user-friendly introduction to the plumages of 27 North American gull species in different stages of maturity
- More than 500 color photos with detailed captions
- Foldout comparison guides
This photographic field guide allows readers to better appreciate these charismatic birds by learning shortcuts for easy identification in the field.
About the Author
Fred Shaffer is a lifelong birdwatcher with a fascination for gulls. He has written about the gulls of Schoolhouse Pond in Maryland Birdlife and has spent more than 30 years observing gulls on field sites across North America.
Book Information
ISBN 9780764362941
Author Fred Shaffer
Format Paperback
Page Count 288
Imprint Schiffer Publishing Ltd
Publisher Schiffer Publishing Ltd
Weight(grams) 635g