Birds of Prey of the Midwest Field Guide - (Bird Identification Guides) 2nd Edition by Stan Tekiela (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Identify raptors of the Midwestern United States with this user-friendly field guide, organized by group and featuring full-color photographs and helpful details.

Make birdwatching even more rewarding. Stan Tekiela's trusted field guide has helped countless people enjoy nature--and identifying raptors has never been easier. Instead of sorting through dozens of species that don't live near you, the Birds of Prey of the Midwest Field Guide focuses on the ones you're most likely to see. Learn about 34 species--every type of raptor found in the Midwest! The guide is organized by group: eagles, falcons, hawks, kites, osprey, owls, and vultures. When you see a bird of prey, you can determine its group by common visual characteristics. Then turn to the corresponding section to find out what it is.

This updated second edition features new photographs and range maps, expanded details, and even more of Stan's expert insights. Bring the Birds of Prey of the Midwest Field Guide on your next birding adventure and confidently identify the raptors you encounter across Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, and Wisconsin.

Inside you'll find:

• Only raptors of the region: all 34 species found in the Midwest


• Simple organization: identify species by group and then by size


• Quick-compare section: sketches, silhouettes, and photos for side-by-side comparisons


• Stan's Notes: natural history facts, tips, and insights


• Professional photos: crisp, stunning images

About the Author

Stan Tekiela has been a professional naturalist for more than 35 years and is a member of the Minnesota Naturalists' Association, Outdoor Writers Association of America, North American Nature Photography Association, and Canon Professional Services. Stan actively studies and photographs wildlife throughout the United States and Canada. He has received various national and regional awards for outdoors education and writing. His syndicated nature column appears in more than 20 cities, and his wildlife programs are broadcast on a number of Midwest radio stations. Stan has authored hundreds of field guides, quick guides, nature books, children's books, and more. He lives in Minnesota's Twin Cities.