Birdnote - (Paperback)

Book Synopsis an excellent gift for the would-be birder in your family. And even veteran birders will enjoy it....I recommend this book to anyone who loves birds (or anyone you think should love birds)." -EcoLit Books

This beautiful gift book features entertaining and informative essays from the popular public radio program, BirdNote , accompanied by gorgeous full-color illustrations throughout--an illuminating volume for bird and nature lovers across North America. Here are 100 of the best stories about our avian friends from the public radio show BirdNote , each brief essay illuminating the life, habits, or songs of a particular bird.

Why do geese fly in a V-formation? Why are worms so good for you--if you're a robin? Which bird calls, "Who cooks for you? Who cooks for you-all?" From wrens that nest in cactuses to gulls that have a strange red dot on their bills--these digestible and fascinating bird stories are a delightful window to the winged world. Review Quotes

"Have you ever wondered what that little red dot on a seagull's bill is for? Or why geese fly in a V formation? Answers to such questions--and more illuminating insights into avian species....are neatly compiled in BirdNote.... It's a trove of trivia for anyone who's ever wondered, "Why is that bird doing that?" -- Seattle magazine "[BirdNote has] a lively, conversational tone that makes for a quick and engaging read. Fans of the show and bird lovers of all ages will find much to enjoy in this book." -- Booklist "...beautifully designed, with full-color illustrations and a handy bookmark tassel. This will make an excellent gift for the would-be birder in your family. And even veteran birders will enjoy it....I recommend this book to anyone who loves birds (or anyone you think should love birds)." -EcoLit Books

About the Author Ellen Blackstone is a writer, editor, and associate producer for BirdNote . She previously edited Earthcare Northwest, the newsletter of the Seattle Audubon Society and is a longtime member of the American Society of Crows and Ravens. Emily Poole is a freelance illustrator, born and raised in the mountain town of Jackson Hole, Wyoming. She graduated from Rhode Island School of Design with a BFA in Illustration and is currently located in Eugene, Oregon. She has created work for the Teton Raptor Center, World Wildlife Fund Guyana, and the National Museum of Wildlife Art.