The Cornell Lab of Ornithology and Thayer Birding Software have joined forces to create the ultimate CD for newer birders. The Cornell Lab of Ornithology's FeederWatcher's Guide to Backyard Birds features 135 birds that come to feeders or can be seen in your yard.

Each bird has color photos and song recordings. Over 35 video clips are also included. This amazing CD can help you identify unfamiliar birds. Simply select the color, size, habitat or location of your bird and the program will show you everything that matches your description!

Also included are hundreds of helpful quizzes. Set the level at Easy or crank it all the way up to Difficult. Select Multiple Choice, Fill-in-the-blank or Flash Card quizzes. This CD also includes a listing and recordkeeping program to help you remember the birds you have seen.

System Requirements: Windows XP; Pentium 4 processor or equivalent; 128 MB RAM; CD-ROM drive; 30 MB on hard drive; plus hardware and software required to support multimedia applications. Some features of this CD-ROM require an Internet connection.

This incredible CD includes 2,788 color photos and songs for 708 species. 90 video clips are also included. This CD can help you identify unfamiliar birds. Simply select the color, size, habitat or location of your bird and the program will show you everything that matches your description!

Also included are 700 quizzes arranged into "Birding Hot Spots", "Christmas Bird Counts", Favorite Birds" and more. Set the level at Easy or crank it all the way up to Difficult. Select Multiple Choice, Fill-in-the-blank or Flash Card quizzes. This CD also includes a listing and recordkeeping program to help you remember the birds you have seen.

System Requirements: Windows XP; Pentium 4 processor or equivalent; 128 MB RAM; CD-ROM drive; 30 MB on hard drive; plus hardware and software required to support multimedia applications. Some features of this CD-ROM require an Internet connection.

Birds of prey can be particularly difficult to track for a variety of reasons: - Nocturnal behavior - Remote habitats - Migratory patterns - Swift flight speeds

Hawks and Owls depicts both the subtle differences and rich diversity among these awe-inspiring birds. With crisp, clean photographs and precise identification notes, this guide makes quick and accurate classifications easier.

The families of birds includes:

• New world vultures
• Osprey, kites, eagles, hawks and allies
• Caracara and falcons
• Barn and bay owls
• Typical owls

A complete picture of this popular songbird’s life in the wild. Includes hard-to-observe activities such as social interactions, aggressive displays, locomotion and flight. 96pp, 165 color photos.  .

This guide includes all 39 species of North American hawks and other diurnal raptors, including eagles, falcons, and vultures. Color paintings and photographs show each species in various color morphs and plumages, which are also described in detail. Flexi binding.

Covering 31 North American species, with more than 250 color photos and 33 maps, this is the most comprehensive field guide to hummingbirds. Introductory chapters cover the natural history of hummingbirds, ways to attract and feed them, and major hot spots in the United States and Canada for observing these fascinating birds. The 31 color plates illustrate 28 species, 7 hybrid combinations, 3 forms of albinism, and 4 species of sphinx moths often mistaken for hummingbirds.

Songs and Calls of Yard, Garden and City Birds

·  Each book includes an hour-long CD with sounds for 35+ species

·  How to identify species by ear with text that provides helpful mnemonics for each sound plus when and how each call or song is used

·  Information on physical characteristics and life history of each species

These superb collections of field recordings and descriptions offer unparalleled access to the sounds and calls of numerous popular and less well known birds and amphibians. Each book and CD provides an introduction to the sound repertoire of species living in eastern and central North America--a variety of calls from each species are included, along with an in-depth description and explanation of their significance.

Songs and Calls of Birds of the Countryside

·  Each book includes an hour-long CD with sounds for 35+ species

These superb collections of field recordings and descriptions offer unparalleled access to the sounds and calls of numerous popular and less well known birds and amphibians. Each book and CD provides an introduction to the sound repertoire of species living in eastern and central North America--a variety of calls from each species are included, along with an in-depth description and explanation of their significance. In addition to color photographs of the most common species, the text offers a fascinating look at the science of avian and amphibian calls, making these guides indispensable aids for the outdoor enthusiast.

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