This is an exquisitely put together book that will have you reaching for a pair of binoculars and heading outdoors on your very own bird watching adventure... This book is perfect for people wanting to learn more about birdwatching and even includes advice on how to make the natural light work for you if you plan on taking photographs of your birdwatching adventure. I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. As I have mentioned several times throughout this review the photography is simply breathtaking. I really enjoyed the bite size information on the species because it gave me the chance to pick a few favorites and I was able to dig into further research on certain species of birds without being overwhelmed with a lot of information. I also love the fact that this book can be used to introduce both children and adults to the different types of bird species as well as an outdoor activity like birdwatching. This book would be a great addition to all children's curriculum including home school families. Florida Birds: A Birdwatcher Discovers the Sunshine State by Ken Janes would make a great coffee table Art book as well once you have finished reading it. I Highly recommend getting a copy for yourself. 5 star book.
Description
Wading birds, raptors, waterfowl, pelicans, gulls & terns, shorebirds, and songbirds. These are the types of birds Florida birdwatchers can see and learn about in Ken Janes’ stunning photobook Florida Birds: A Birdwatcher Discovers the Sunshine State. With all original photography by Janes and informational sections for each bird listed, those interested in the year-long hobby of Florida birdwatching will be able to not only learn key facts from this book but also display it in their homes as a piece of photo art.
Birdwatching and other birding activities are seasonal in most parts of the country but can take place year-round in Florida because of the warmer climate. Janes, a Mainer until winter when he travels to his Florida home, shows northerners and southerners alike what unique aviary life can be found in the Sunshine State. Janes takes a conservationist approach to his work and makes it clear to readers how certain species of birds have been negatively affected by harmful practices and chemicals, like the effect of DDT on Osprey.