This guide is an introduction to the beautiful and varied birds that inhabit America’s only tropical state. Whether you are a visitor or a resident, you will find something in these pages that will broaden your horizons and increase your knowledge and appreciation of the birds and the environment of this unique archipelago. While not a “field guide” in the usual sense, this fact-packed volume helps identify all the birds likely to be seen while walking, hiking, or exploring the islands’ many natural treasures. In fact, it covers more species than any other small guidebook available today. You will learn how Hawaii’s modern bird community came to be, from the tragic history of the native birds of ancient Hawaii to the dozens of immigrant species seen today. You will learn the special nature of island forest and wetland birds, the long and sad story of the extinction of so many species, how seabirds have made these islands their home, base and how Hawaii came to have more introduced species than anywhere else in the world. You will find valuable information about where to see the remaining native birds as well their naturalized neighbors. Perhaps this book will be the start of a new passion for you, or just give you some interesting facts about the birds that can be seen every day. Either way, it is sure to open your eyes to island beauties you may have overlooked before.
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A good buy and worth reading! I saw some reviews that complained that this was not a good field guide for identification purposes. Honestly, I suppose they are correct. However, if you are at all interested in the broader picture, and not just “what is that bird?”, it is my opinion that this is an excellent little book. It packs a lot of information and gives the reader a good look at how diversified bird life is in Hawaii. It also provides much needed info about the plight of Hawaii’s endemic and indigenous…
Well, that was disappointing Oooooooo, I was so excited for this and then it certainly and there was souch disappointment. This is not a field guide at all. All of the pictures are small and some are poor and dated. If you are going to Hawaii for birding, do NOT get this book
Perfect transaction Shipped fast, item as described. I gave it as a present and the person I gave it to keeps it in his car and loves it. Compact size, clear pictures, great details.