Refurbished favorites for less
Enjoy fast, free delivery, exclusive deals, and award-winning movies & TV shows.
$8.45 with 50 percent savings
List Price: $16.99
Get Fast, Free Shipping with Amazon Prime FREE Returns
FREE delivery Tuesday, July 15 on orders shipped by Amazon over $35
Or Prime members get FREE delivery Tomorrow, July 11. Order within 13 hrs 49 mins.
In Stock
$$8.45 () Includes selected options. Includes initial monthly payment and selected options. Details
Price
Subtotal
$$8.45
Subtotal
Initial payment breakdown
Shipping cost, delivery date, and order total (including tax) shown at checkout.
Ships from
Amazon.com
Amazon.com
Ships from
Amazon.com
Sold by
Amazon.com
Amazon.com
Sold by
Amazon.com
Payment
Secure transaction
Your transaction is secure
We work hard to protect your security and privacy. Our payment security system encrypts your information during transmission. We don’t share your credit card details with third-party sellers, and we don’t sell your information to others. Learn more
Kindle app logo image

Download the free Kindle app and start reading Kindle books instantly on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required.

Read instantly on your browser with Kindle for Web.

Using your mobile phone camera - scan the code below and download the Kindle app.

QR code to download the Kindle App

Follow the author

Something went wrong. Please try your request again later.

North American Bird Watching for Beginners: Field Notes on 150 Species to Start Your Birding Adventures (Bird Watching Adventures) Paperback – April 19, 2022

4.6 out of 5 stars 1,063 ratings

Get 3 for the price of 2 Shop items
{"desktop_buybox_group_1":[{"displayPrice":"$8.45","priceAmount":8.45,"currencySymbol":"$","integerValue":"8","decimalSeparator":".","fractionalValue":"45","symbolPosition":"left","hasSpace":false,"showFractionalPartIfEmpty":true,"offerListingId":"cPxAFDgMz2omMYtiH8hDJq9AH7GI%2B7njR1xx95YyqiW5Aen5nS98Bo9ETCZ72QvpfRK0qJCJ%2BPhHtXJY3RM1AwHSLDxvMLdZ1u0N3DmJGSIcXOvjXgbLPXeNcm6G9KwDN7LMh813DUtx5xf8Z7SmuQ%3D%3D","locale":"en-US","buyingOptionType":"NEW","aapiBuyingOptionIndex":0}]}

Purchase options and add-ons

Learn how to identify 150 North American birds―your new summer hobby

From the tiny ruby-throated hummingbird to the powerful bald eagle, there's a fascinating variety of unique and beautiful birds that call North America home. This compact field guide is the perfect introduction to birding. You'll find essential information about 150 North American species and expert advice on how to get started on your bird-watching journey.

Dive into the perfect summer activity with:

The basics of bird watching―Learn important birding terminology, what equipment to have on hand, and how to log and submit your bird sightings.

Complete bird profiles―Discover full-color photos and need-to-know details about each species' appearance, behavior, and population range.

Easy-to-find information―This book's simple organization makes it the ideal companion for your bird watching adventures, with clearly marked sections for common backyard birds, songbirds, shorebirds and waterbirds, and raptors.

Get to know your feathered neighbors this summer with this field guide to the birds of North America.

The%20Amazon%20Book%20Review
The Amazon Book Review
Book recommendations, author interviews, editors' picks, and more. Read it now.

Great on Kindle
Great Experience. Great Value.
iphone with kindle app
Putting our best book forward
Each Great on Kindle book offers a great reading experience, at a better value than print to keep your wallet happy.

Explore your book, then jump right back to where you left off with Page Flip.

View high quality images that let you zoom in to take a closer look.

Enjoy features only possible in digital – start reading right away, carry your library with you, adjust the font, create shareable notes and highlights, and more.

Discover additional details about the events, people, and places in your book, with Wikipedia integration.

Get the free Kindle app: Link to the kindle app page Link to the kindle app page
Enjoy a great reading experience when you buy the Kindle edition of this book. Learn more about Great on Kindle, available in select categories.

From the Publisher

Discover the joy of bird watching
This compact field guide for beginners shows you how to identify 150 North American birds.
 Full-color photos Explanations of birding terminology Details about each species’ behavior, populat

Keep your birding adventures going:

Bird Watching Field Journal
Bird Watching Book for Kids
Birds for Kids
Customer Reviews
4.5 out of 5 stars 72
4.5 out of 5 stars 139
4.8 out of 5 stars 79
Price $7.53 $9.99 $8.36
Learn all about birds!
Fun for the whole family!

Editorial Reviews

Review

"This funny, enthusiastic book grabs you by the hand and drags you through a fast, witty, rundown of all you need to know to start spotting and identifying birds in North America. It'd be great fun even if you're not interested in the subject. If you are interested in starting to bird watch, this is an excellent place to begin." ―Paul Cornell, author and TV writer

"Sharon Stiteler has written a guide with practical, no-nonsense advice and information for beginning birder watchers, even down to the common terms and slang used by more advanced birders. It's an inside look into the world of bird watching that will draw in new birders but is entertaining and informative enough for those of all skill levels. Sharon's expansive knowledge of birds and the natural environment imparts fun facts about common bird species and how to locate and identify them, and her wit and humor shine through on every page."
―Stephanie Seymour, hawk counter for Purple Chickadee Hawk Watch and creator of the album There Are Birds

"This book does a fantastic job of introducing a novice to bird watching. I've always enjoyed seeing birds in my yard and when I've explored national parks but haven't spent a lot of time thinking about the basics when it comes to expanding my appreciation. Sharon provides a good primer for someone to get involved in bird watching without feeling overwhelmed."
―Tim Wick, comedian, podcaster, playwright, and national park enthusiast

About the Author

SHARON STITELER loves birds; it’s just the way she’s wired. When not leading bird tours or speaking at birding and nature events, she works for the National Park Service.

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Callisto
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ April 19, 2022
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 176 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1638783489
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1638783480
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 10.5 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 0.44 x 8.5 inches
  • Part of series ‏ : ‎ Bird Watching Adventures
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ 1060L
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.6 out of 5 stars 1,063 ratings

About the author

Follow authors to get new release updates, plus improved recommendations.
Sharon Stiteler
Brief content visible, double tap to read full content.
Full content visible, double tap to read brief content.

I was given a Peterson Field Guide to Birds when I was seven years old and snapped, I loves birds, it’s just the way I'm wired. Since 1997, I have made it my goal to get paid to go birding. I run the popular birding blog, Birdchick.com and have been in The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, and on NBC Nightly News as well as making regular appearances on Twin Cities’ TV and radio stations. I'm an international speaker and my writing can has been found in several publications and online including the Washington Post, Outdoor News, Birds & Blooms, 10,000 Birds and Audubon. I wrote the books "Disapproving Rabbits," "City Birds/Country Birds" and "1001 Secrets Every Birder Should Know," I'm #32 in the Geek A Week Trading Card set and I work for the National Park Service.

Customer reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars
1,063 global ratings

Review this product

Share your thoughts with other customers

Customers say

Customers find this bird watching guide excellent for beginners, appreciating its beautiful, brightly colored illustrations and easy-to-understand content. Moreover, the book receives positive feedback for its bird identification features, with one customer noting it helps identify backyard visitors. Additionally, customers consider it a great gift for kitchen bird watchers, and they enjoy reading it.

48 customers mention "Book for beginners"48 positive0 negative

Customers find this book excellent for beginners, describing it as a very informative guide that works well for both novice and intermediate bird watchers.

"Great book for beginners -just grab your binoculars and a notebook and head out to the wilderness!" Read more

"Great beginner book for learning the joys of bird identification. Can't wait til spring. So my grandson and I can go out and name the bird together...." Read more

"This North American bird-watching book is a fantastic resource for both beginners and experienced birders...." Read more

"Very nice beginner book. Clear, concise descriptions and lovely photos. We got a bird feeder and my kids enjoying looking the birds up." Read more

23 customers mention "Pictures"23 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the pictures in the book, noting they are beautiful, brightly colored, and well presented, with one customer mentioning they are nice and large and include both male and female photos.

"...It includes clear photos and helpful descriptions for easy identification. A perfect companion for backyard birding or visits to nature reserves!" Read more

"Very nice beginner book. Clear, concise descriptions and lovely photos. We got a bird feeder and my kids enjoying looking the birds up." Read more

"This books is great for the grandchildren. The pictures are nice and large...." Read more

"...It includes a picture of each bird, its characteristics, their preferred locations, & behaviors...." Read more

21 customers mention "Ease of use"21 positive0 negative

Customers find the book easy to understand and appreciate its great explanations.

"Brightly colored illustrations. Easy to use!" Read more

"...The book also provides sections to help to properly pronounce the names. My daughter and I both have enjoyed this purchase." Read more

"Very nice beginner book. Clear, concise descriptions and lovely photos. We got a bird feeder and my kids enjoying looking the birds up." Read more

"Great book for beginner or 'seasoned' birder. SO easy to navigate thru this book. I give it A+++" Read more

20 customers mention "Bird identification"14 positive6 negative

Customers appreciate the book's bird identification features, with one mentioning it helps them identify backyard visitors at their feeders.

"...It includes clear photos and helpful descriptions for easy identification. A perfect companion for backyard birding or visits to nature reserves!" Read more

"The book is just what I needed. I am loving watching all the birds that come to my feeder and this helps me identify them." Read more

"...for gifts but once I received them, I realized that it is not a book to keep track of the birds you find...." Read more

"This is a great introductory book to learning about birds & bird watching...." Read more

15 customers mention "Gift value"15 positive0 negative

Customers find the book to be a valuable gift, particularly for grandchildren and kitchen bird watchers.

"...the quality of the contents, but I do know that it was a big hit with my granddaughters, who immediately appropriated it from the intended recipient..." Read more

"This books is great for the grandchildren. The pictures are nice and large...." Read more

"Great book with beautiful pictures. Great gift idea for someone who likes to watch the birds." Read more

"This was a present for my bird watching mother. She thoroughly enjoyed it and the book is sturdy, so should last a long time. Thank you!" Read more

12 customers mention "Readability"12 positive0 negative

Customers find the book readable and entertaining, with one customer particularly enjoying the fun facts included.

"Easy to use and enjoyable." Read more

"Love the fun facts and the great selection of birds" Read more

"My grandson is enjoying this bird book! He loves birds. Very descriptive!" Read more

"...years on Facebook and other social media platforms, she's kept birding entertaining and awesome, and I'm so so glad this book lives up to her nature...." Read more

Great Intro Book
5 out of 5 stars
Great Intro Book
This is a great introductory book to learning about birds & bird watching. It includes a picture of each bird, its characteristics, their preferred locations, & behaviors. As soon as I started flipping through the pages, I came across a few different fun & interesting facts on birds. I’m overall delighted with this book.
Thank you for your feedback
Sorry, there was an error
Sorry we couldn't load the review

Top reviews from the United States

  • Reviewed in the United States on May 24, 2025
    Format: PaperbackVerified Purchase
    I bought a couple of bird feeders not to long ago. My daughter and I started seeing all kinds of birds visit the feeders. We were curious about the different birds and wanted to know the names and other information about them. I found the Bird Watching for Beginners on Amazon. As soon as it arrived my daughter and I grabbed our new book and camped out in front of our window and outside in the yard to see if we could name the birds we saw. This book is awesome! Thanks to the illustrations we learned we have type types of wood woodpeckers that visit our feeders. We learned that male and female finches have different coloring. The book also provides sections to help to properly pronounce the names. My daughter and I both have enjoyed this purchase.
    3 people found this helpful
    Report
  • Reviewed in the United States on June 28, 2025
    Format: PaperbackVerified Purchase
    I bought this book shad it shipped elsewhere as a gift, so I can't comment about the quality of the contents, but I do know that it was a big hit with my granddaughters, who immediately appropriated it from the intended recipient and used to identify the population of bird species in the back yard. I think that's worth 5 stars.
  • Reviewed in the United States on June 30, 2025
    Format: PaperbackVerified Purchase
    This North American bird-watching book is a fantastic resource for both beginners and experienced birders. It includes clear photos and helpful descriptions for easy identification. A perfect companion for backyard birding or visits to nature reserves!
  • Reviewed in the United States on June 26, 2025
    Format: PaperbackVerified Purchase
    The book is just what I needed. I am loving watching all the birds that come to my feeder and this helps me identify them.
  • Reviewed in the United States on June 23, 2025
    Format: PaperbackVerified Purchase
    Very nice beginner book. Clear, concise descriptions and lovely photos. We got a bird feeder and my kids enjoying looking the birds up.
    One person found this helpful
    Report
  • Reviewed in the United States on May 26, 2025
    Format: PaperbackVerified Purchase
    This books is great for the grandchildren. The pictures are nice and large. We went through the whole book page by page wanting to know the name of the birds. Since my one granddaughter looks at my book (which is a much larger book and covers many more birds) every time she visits thought it was time for them to have one of their own more suited for young children. Great gift to give.
  • Reviewed in the United States on December 6, 2023
    Format: PaperbackVerified Purchase
    I purchased 2 of these for gifts but once I received them, I realized that it is not a book to keep track of the birds you find. I am sure if I read the description that I would have noticed that it is just a book of birds. Nice book, just not what I was wanting.
    4 people found this helpful
    Report
  • Reviewed in the United States on June 2, 2025
    Format: PaperbackVerified Purchase
    This is a great introductory book to learning about birds & bird watching. It includes a picture of each bird, its characteristics, their preferred locations, & behaviors. As soon as I started flipping through the pages, I came across a few different fun & interesting facts on birds. I’m overall delighted with this book.
    Customer image
    5.0 out of 5 stars
    Great Intro Book

    Reviewed in the United States on June 2, 2025
    This is a great introductory book to learning about birds & bird watching. It includes a picture of each bird, its characteristics, their preferred locations, & behaviors. As soon as I started flipping through the pages, I came across a few different fun & interesting facts on birds. I’m overall delighted with this book.
    Images in this review
    Customer imageCustomer image
    2 people found this helpful
    Report

Top reviews from other countries

  • Yampolsky Lina
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
    Reviewed in Canada on July 7, 2025
    Format: Spiral-boundVerified Purchase
    Great book for beginners. I think it's a bit expensive on amazon
  • Lynn
    5.0 out of 5 stars Good format
    Reviewed in Canada on September 3, 2023
    Format: PaperbackVerified Purchase
    Happy to find such good information, very easy to read, great pictures, very in depth info. Bought it for my grandson who wants to study birds.
  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars good book
    Reviewed in Canada on December 31, 2023
    Format: PaperbackVerified Purchase
    nice book for passionate people about birds.