A Photographic Guide to North American Raptors

Intended for amateur and professional ornithologists, this work provides a complete photographic guide to all 43 species of North American diurnal birds of prey. The photographs are presented with an explanatory caption and supporting text, as well as describing problems in identification.

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Whether soaring or perched, diurnal birds of prey often present challenging identification problems for the bird enthusiast. Variable plumage, colour morphs, and unique individual characteristics are just some of the factors bird watchers must consider when identifying the different species. This reference provides a guide to the variations in the species, allowing for easier recognition of key identification points. All the distinguishing marks described have been tested in a wide range of field conditions by the authors as well as the colleagues and students who have learned from them. This is a photographic guide to North American diurnal birds of prey and includes an species, common and rare. It features 14 discussions of specific problems in practical identification.