With more than 700 color paintings arranged by families for quick comparison of similar species, and with detailed information on range, habitat, size, and voice, this field guide describes and illustrates 1,038 species of Mexico, Guatemala, Belize, and El Salvador.

An indispensable guide for both the beginner and the expert in identification of birds, emphasizing clues to watch when they are seen at a distance.

A new edition of the classic, best-selling field guide from Peterson Field Guides For decades, the Peterson Field Guide to Birdsof Eastern and Central North America has been a popular and trusted guide for birders of all levels, thanks to its famous system of identification and unparalleled illustrations. Following the Spring 2020 update to Peterson Field Guide to Birds of North America, this guide will feature updated text and range maps, and art updated to reflect current knowledge in ornithology.

An indispensable guide for both the beginner and the expert in identification of birds, emphasizing clues to watch when they are seen at a distance.

Includes 165 full-color paintings show more than 1,000 birds from 700 species and 441 range maps.

Designed to fit in a backpack or pocket for easy access, each of these handy and popular bird field guides comprises 272 pages and features about 175 birds organized by family as approved by the American Ornithological Union. Standard features include: Locator Map at the front listing regional birding hotspots; Introduction by an expert on where to find the state's top birds; How-To-Use Section with general tips on birding and advice on making the most of the guide; 125 Easy-Access Individual Entries providing a photograph of the bird in its habitat, recognition clues, specific details on behavior, habitat, and local sites, plus a special "Field Note" with artwork for extra help in tricky identifications; Alphabetical Index with life list; and Color-coded Index. Pennsylvania offers a winning variety of city and country birds. See the bright-colored, vocal Yellow-billed Cuckoo; the migratory Snow Goose; the stunning Red-Tailed Hawk; the olive Acadian Flycatcher, and more.

Covers 542 species of birds, emphasizing distinguishing characteristics visible in the field.