Tennessee Birds: An Introduction to Familiar Species (State Nature Guides) [Pamphlet]

James Kavanagh (Author)

Book Description

Series: State Nature Guides | Publication Date: October 1, 2000

Perfect for avian aficionados, this detailed guide compiles information on more than 140 species of birds found in Tennessee and provides a map featuring prominent, state-wide birding hotspots. This durable reference is a great source of portable information and ideal for field use by novices and experts alike.

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From the Back Cover

Tennessee Birds, An Introduction to Familiar Species, is a must-have, reference guide for beginners and experts alike. Whether you're on a nature hike or in your own backyard, you'll want to take along a copy of this indispensable guide. The Pocket Naturalist(tm) series is an introduction to common plants and animals and natural phenomena. Each pocket-sized, folding guide highlights up to 150 species and most feature a map highlighting prominent sanctuaries and outstanding natural attractions. Each is laminated for durability. (31/2 X 81/4 folded, opens to 22 X 81/4, color illustrations, map)

About the Author

James Kavanagh is the author of more than 300 pocket guides concerning nature, science, travel, and languages. He lives in Phoenix, Arizona.

Product Details

• Pamphlet: 1 pages
• Publisher: Waterford Press; 1st edition (October 1, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1583551174
• ISBN-13: 978-1583551172
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 4.1 x 0.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,174,780 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars great for newcomers to the state, July 11, 2003

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Cheryl Dunlop (TN, United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Tennessee Birds: An Introduction to Familiar Species (State Nature Guides) (Pamphlet)

I have found this chart very helpful, because I have only lived in Tennessee ten weeks. My backyard is so thick with trees that often I'll only see a flash of color--I can see a bird's approximate size and its colors, but not its shape or any details. This chart narrows down what kind of bird it might be, and I can then look up the bird in my bird books and look to see if I have the correct bird once I get another glimpse of it. It can't really be used alone, as it doesn't give much detail or even a very good picture, and I've seen one or two birds already that aren't in it because they aren't common in the state, but it is very helpful for what it does do.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Useful but limited foldout guide., April 12, 2000

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Jeff Cowell (Tennessee) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Tennessee Birds: An Introduction to Familiar Species (Pocket Naturalist) (Pamphlet)

This is a useful guide for identifying common birds in Tennessee. However, it includes only the drawings and sizes. I use mind to hand to friends when I am birding; it keeps them out of my Peterson's and Audubon guides.

5.0 out of 5 stars Very handy quick reference, June 5, 2010

A Kid's Review

This review is from: Tennessee Birds: An Introduction to Familiar Species (State Nature Guides) (Pamphlet)

This little pamphlet is great for leaving by a window as a quick reference when you see a bird. The pictures are clear and the pamphlet includes a good representation of birds of each category. We also purchased a larger bird book for detailed information. The two complement each other nicely.