Ohio Birds, An Introduction to Familiar Species, is a must-have, reference guide for beginners and experts alike. Whether you're on a nature hike or in your own backyard, you'll want to take along a copy of this indispensable guide. The Pocket Naturalist(tm) series is an introduction to common plants and animals and natural phenomena. Each pocket-sized, folding guide highlights up to 150 species and most feature a map highlighting prominent sanctuaries and outstanding natural attractions. Each is laminated for durability. (31/2 X 81/4 folded, opens to 22 X 81/4, color illustrations, map)

The state of Ohio is a great place to learn about birds, with a list of over 440 species. State bird Northern Cardinal is a particular stand-out, to go along with such species as Sandhill Crane, Bald Eagle, Red-headed Woodpecker, Bell's Vireo, and Prothonotary Warbler. Migrant traps such as Magee Marsh Wildlife Area and Killdeer Plains Wildlife Area are located along the Mississippi flyway, making them excellent sites for observing and learning about waterfowl, raptors, shorebirds, and songbirds. Birds are so ubiquitous that they are often the entry point into nature study, and it helps to have a portable reference on hand to establish a solid foundation of knowledge about familiar species. You can do this with Ohio Birds, which features beautiful illustrations of 140 common bird species as well as an ecoregion map showing over 20 birding hotspots and learning sites. Laminated for durability, this lightweight, 12-panel folding pocket guide is the ideal companion for educators, learners, naturalists, and birders who wish to sharpen their bird identification skills and peer more closely into birds' fascinating lives. Made in the USA.