Throughout Western North America, more and more people are connecting with nature through their observation of backyard and neighborhood birds. Watching the comings and goings of sparrows, finches, wrens, blackbirds, woodpeckers, chickadees, and more is an endlessly enriching past-time made even more engaging when you can identify the species you observe. This portable guide includes beautiful illustrations of 60 common species, each annotated with useful information on field marks and natural history. Laminated for durability, this lightweight, 12-panel folding pocket guide is a handy resource for educators, learners, homeowners, and birders of any experience level who want to learn more about backyard birds in their region. Developed in collaboration with the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, one of the world's leading institutions on bird life and behavior. Made in the USA.