Food of the Woodpeckers of the United States is a comprehensive guide to the eating habits of North America's most iconic birds. With its detailed descriptions and beautiful illustrations, this book is a valuable resource for birdwatchers and ornithologists alike. Whether you're a novice birder or a seasoned professional, this book is a must-read. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

The bestselling natural history of birds, lavishly illustrated with 600 colorphotos, is now available for the first time in flexi binding.

A unique approach to bird watching that focuses on what birds eat and how, while sharing ways to support them in our own backyards

A complete guide to the natural history, ecology, and conservation of North America’s twenty-three woodpecker species. From the iconic Woody Woodpecker to the ubiquitous Northern Flicker, woodpeckers have long captivated our attention. Their astonishing anatomy makes them one of the most specialized bird families in the world, and their keystone ecological roles in our forests and woodlands makes them some of the most important birds on the continent. This comprehensive and authoritative guide to the natural history, ecology, and conservation of North America’s twenty-three woodpecker species goes far beyond identification. It explores their unique anatomy and their fascinating and often comical behaviors; it covers each species’ North American conservation status; and it showcases over 250 stunning photographs of woodpeckers in their natural habitats, plus easy-to-read figures and range maps. This reference guide is an essential addition to every birder’s library.

"Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book introduces woodpeckers to young readers through leveled text and related photos"--Provided by publisher.

Simple text and photographs introduce woodpeckers along with their physical and behavioral characteristics.