Amazon.com: a reader from Kelso, Washington, April 8, 1999
Wayne Lynch is intoxicated with the beauty and mystery of the prairie and its denizens. He is a first rate science writer with a subtle sense of humor and a world class birder to boot. I love all his books but this is one of the best. I highly recommend it to all nature lovers as a rare treat; it is so much more than just another bird book. I predict it will become a classic of the genre.
Book Description
The prairie grasslands are a wonderful and surprising mosaic of habitats filled with sloughs and marshes, rolling dunescapes, lakes and rivers, wooded valleys and coulees, as well as large stretches of grassy plains. The many birds that inhabit this region are as diverse and fascinating as the land itself.
Award-winning author, photographer, and naturalist Wayne Lynch brings together pictures, descriptions, and the unusual habits of over 85 species in this beautiful 8 1/2 x 11 book. In his trademark entertaining style, he details the aerial chases of courting ducks, the sexual unfaithfulness of red-winged blackbirds, the hunting prowess of owls, and the murderous habits of wrens.
Much more than a bird guide, Wild Birds Across the Prairies features detailed information about feeding and mating habits, wintering grounds, field and flight identification, and personal observations about each bird. Stunning color photographs accompany the lively text, illustrating the distinct characteristics and environment of these wonderful birds.
