Bird Watching in the Wild and Wonderful State

Why is West Virginia one of the best places to see the fall migration of Cerulean Warblers and Bald Eagles? Where can you see Northern Saw-whet Owls in West Virginia? What is the state bird of West Virginia? If you ask any of these questions, this book is for you!

50 Things to Know about the Birds in West Virginia by Author Rachel McBride offers an elegant approach to finding the most beautiful and varied species of birds on the continent. Most books on birding tell you to travel to specific locations and hotspots for one or two prize species on your life list. Although there's nothing wrong with that, this book takes another approach.

Here, we present you with a regional view of the state and help you to locate the habitats and particular locations near your travel destination. From this view, we will help you find a diverse community of birds and celebrate the similarities between species. West Virginia has an extraordinary geography, and there is a significant overlap in breeding and wintering ranges for many species. The state is uniquely positioned to offer a variety of habitats with specific specialties throughout the year. Based on knowledge from the world's leading experts, understanding the role birds play in their habitat brings a greater appreciation to the art of bird watching.

This book will help you learn which habitats you should visit to find the species you are most interested in, such as warblers, thrushes, sparrows, and raptors. It also provides helpful hints for making some of the more challenging bird identifications. By the time you finish this book, you will be able to identify the most fascinating birds in West Virginia. So, grab your copy of this book today. You'll be glad you did.