Description

Raptors of Western North America contains more than 120 color photos of all the raptors that occur west of the Rocky Mountains in the continental United States and Canadian provinces.

Features

• This laminated, waterproof, folding field guide is a must for anyone who wants to identify birds of prey anywhere in western North America
• Multiple photos for many species show a variety of plumage conditions for males, females and different color morphs, upperside and underside flight views
• Also shows perched birds, plus a number of different wing shapes for each species in flight
• Each species featured includes a short description of the physical features, its size and preferred habitats
• Also noted are status seasonal frequency, resident or migrant, geographic breeding habitats of each raptor within the range
• These guides differ from other similar products by the increased number of photos for each species, such as 10 photos for red-tailed hawk and 7 for Swainson's hawk
• Conveniently folds up in to a packet narrow enough to fit in a back pocket
• Waterproof and sturdy enough to stand up under repeated use
• Scientifically accurate in each subject matter