Best Birdwatching Travel Guides of 2025

The Birds of Texas Field Guide is a must-have for bird enthusiasts in Texas. The book features 176 species of birds found in Texas, organized by color for easy identification. With Stan Tekiela’s expertise, bird identification is made simple and informative. The book contains naturalist tidbits and facts, professional photos, and even a compare feature to help distinguish between similar species. The new edition includes updated photographs and range maps, revised information, and more expert insights. Overall, this guide is a valuable resource for bird-watchers, both novice and experienced.

The Birds of Florida Field Guide by Stan Tekiela is an informative and easy-to-use guide for identifying birds in Florida. The book features 146 species of Florida birds organized by color, making it simple to find the bird you are looking for. The guide also includes naturalist tidbits and facts, professional photos, and a compare feature to help distinguish between look-alikes. This new edition includes updated photographs and range maps, revised information, and more of Stan’s expert insights. Overall, this is a must-have for any bird-watching enthusiast in Florida.

The Birds of Michigan Field Guide is an essential tool for bird watchers in the state. With 118 species of Michigan birds organized by color, it's easy to identify the birds you see in the wild. The book includes naturalist tidbits and facts, professional photos, and even a compare feature to help you decide between look-alikes. The new edition includes updated photographs and range maps, revised information, and more expert insights from the author. Overall, this guide is a must-have for anyone interested in birding in Michigan.

The "Birds of Wisconsin Field Guide" by Stan Tekiela is an essential tool for birders in the state. The guide makes bird identification easy with its simple color guide and compare feature, helping birders determine the exact species they are observing. The book features 121 species of Wisconsin birds, with crisp, stunning full-page images and naturalist tidbits and facts from the author. This new edition includes updated photographs and range maps, revised information, and expert insights. Overall, this guide is a must-have for any birder in Wisconsin looking to identify and learn more about the birds in their area.

The Birds of Minnesota Field Guide by Stan Tekiela is a comprehensive guide to identifying 123 species of birds found in Minnesota. The book is organized by color, making it easy to quickly identify a bird based on its hue. The guide includes professional photos and naturalist notes from the author, providing interesting facts about each species. This new edition features updated information, photographs, and range maps, making it an essential resource for bird enthusiasts in Minnesota. Overall, the guide is an excellent tool for both beginners and experienced birders, and the color-coding system is a unique and practical feature.

The Birds of Ohio Field Guide is a must-have for bird enthusiasts in the region. With 124 species of Ohio birds organized by color, this guide makes bird identification simple and informative. The book features crisp, stunning full-page images, naturalist tidbits and facts, and even a "compare feature" to help distinguish between look-alikes. The updated edition includes more species, revised information, and range maps. Author Stan Tekiela, a naturalist, wildlife photographer, and writer, has authored over 190 educational books. His expertise and passion for wildlife shines through in this comprehensive guide.

The National Audubon Society Field Guide to North American Birds, Western Region is a must-have for any bird enthusiast. It contains full-color photographic identification pictures, detailed text, and range maps for every bird species found in western North America. The book is organized by visually-based categories, making on-the-fly identification a breeze. The guide is compact and perfect for taking on birdwatching outings. The book's comprehensive coverage of bird species and its user-friendly design make it a valuable addition to any birdwatcher's library.

The Birds of Georgia Field Guide is a comprehensive guide for bird identification in the state of Georgia. With 146 species of birds organized by color for ease of use, users can quickly and easily identify birds they spot. The book features naturalist tidbits and facts, as well as crisp, stunning full-page images. The new edition includes updated photographs and range maps, revised information, and even more expert insights from author Stan Tekiela. This guide is a must-have for birdwatchers in Georgia looking to positively identify the birds they see.

The Birds of Virginia Field Guide by Stan Tekiela is a comprehensive bird identification guide featuring 146 species of Virginia birds organized by color for easy use. With professional photos and naturalist tidbits and facts, this guide is perfect for birdwatchers of all levels. The new edition includes updated photographs and range maps, revised information, and even more of Stan’s expert insights. This book is an essential tool for anyone interested in birding in Virginia, and it will help ensure that you positively identify the birds that you see.

The Feather Thief by Kirk Wallace Johnson is a captivating true-crime story that takes readers on a journey into the underground world of fanatical fly-tiers and plume peddlers. The book tells the bizarre and shocking story of a twenty-year-old American flautist who stole hundreds of bird skins from the British Museum of Natural History, and the author's years-long investigation into the crime. The Feather Thief is a fascinating exploration of obsession and man's destructive instinct to harvest the beauty of nature. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in true crime, natural history, or the strange world of fly-fishing.