Bird Tracks: Easily Identify 55 Common North American Species

Identify bird tracks with this pocket-size booklet, organized by track shape for convenience of use. Whether youâ?¿re a tracker who studies animal tracks, a bird watcher, a gardener, or simply someone who appreciates nature and all of its curiosities, keep this convenient guide close at hand. Written by tracking expert Jonathan Poppele and designed for ease of use, the booklet is organized by similar track shapes and then by size for quick identification. Narrow your choices by shape, and view just a few bird tracks at a time. The detailed illustrations cover 55 species of birds: backyard birds like the American Goldfinch, raptors like the Bald Eagle, game birds like the Ring-Necked Pheasant, and water birds like the Wood Duck. The illustrations are carefully drawn to resemble the track prints as you might see them in the field. Plus, size information, gait descriptions, and a step-by-step guide to track identification help to ensure positive ID. The tear-resistant pages make the booklet durable. Quick Guide Features:Pocket-size formatâ?¿easier than laminated foldoutsLife-size track illustrations with foldout pages for larger speciesTracks and color photos of 55 common and important bird speciesHelpful information about leg anatomy, gaits, and bird signBring this lightweight quick guide along on your next hike, camping trip, or walk in the park, and discover which birds have been there and which birds you still might see.