China Birds

📖 The Scoop

No matter where you explore throughout China, there are great opportunities for experiencing and learning about birds. More than 1,300 species have been seen across the nation's varied landscapes, which include tropical rainforests, sweeping grasslands, alpine peaks, and vast deserts. Iconic species like cranes, pheasants, and laughing thrushes are endless sources of fascination, as are mass congregations of migratory shorebirds and waterfowl. When avian diversity is at such an astounding level, it helps to have a starting point to learn about the most common species. This beautifully illustrated reference features 140 familiar species, as well as an ecoregion map showing over 20 bird-finding hotspots and learning sites. Laminated for durability, this lightweight, 12-panel folding pocket guide is a handy resource for educators, learners, naturalists, and birders who want to sharpen their identification skills and peer more closely into the lives of China's birds. Made in the USA.

Genre: Nature / Birdwatching Guides (fancy, right?)