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This page lists books about birds and birdwatching in the US state of New Hampshire.

The books are arranged by publication date with the most recent at the top of the page.


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Birds of New Hampshire & Vermont: Field Guide

Stan Tekiela

Adventure Publications

2016

"Make bird watching in New Hampshire and Vermont even more enjoyable! With Stan Tekiela's famous field guide, bird identification is simple and informative. There's no need to look through dozens of photos of birds that don't live in your area. This book features 130 species of New Hampshire and Vermont birds, organized by color for ease of use. Do you see a yellow bird and don't know what it is? Go to the yellow section to find out. Fact-filled information, a compare feature, range maps and detailed photographs help to ensure that you positively identify the birds that you see."

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Birds of New England

Todd Telander

Falcon Pocket Guide

Falcon Press

2014

A field guide to 300 of the most common and sought-after bird species in the region.

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The Birds of New Hampshire

Allan R. Keith and Robert P. Fox

Nuttall Ornithological Club Memoirs 19

2013

"The first state-wide coverage of all species in 110 years. Status and distribution for all 427 species, seasons of occurrence and abundance. History of New Hampshire Christmas Counts. Summary of New Hampshire Hawk-watching data. Location and identity of over 4800 museum specimens collected in the state. Summary of over 17,500 bird band returns for New Hampshire. Breeding Bird Survey results since 1966. Bibliography of over 1200 titles covering the last 200 years."

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Birdwatching in New Hampshire

Eric A. Masterson

University Press of New England

2013

"Designed to appeal to expert and backyard birdwatchers alike, this comprehensive guide reveals where, when, and how to watch and enjoy birds in New Hampshire. It not only offers the latest information about the seasonal status and distribution of birds in New Hampshire but also features a thorough introduction to the art and practice of birdwatching, including equipment, ethics, migration, conservation, and most of all, finding that good bird. The heart of Birdwatching in New Hampshire is the detailed descriptions and maps that outline more than 120 birding sites across the state, from the Connecticut River Valley to Jeffreys Ledge and Cashes Ledge far off the coast. Drawing upon his extensive knowledge of the habits and habitats of New Hampshire birds, the author has divided the state into six regions, each with a rich diversity of birdwatching destinations. Birdwatching in New Hampshire also features informative accounts of the more than 300 bird species regularly seen in the Granite State, including their preferred habitats and graphs illustrating when each is most likely to be encountered."

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Northeastern Birds: Backyard Guide

Bill Thompson III

Cool Springs Press

2013

"Inside, you'll find profiles of the 55 most common birds in the Northeast, complete with large color photos, gender-specific physical descriptions, nesting and feeding information, bird call particulars, and interesting stories about each species. Thompson also introduces the reader to the basics of bird watching: essential gear, bird-friendly food and plantings, housing tips, and observational techniques. This guide covers New York, Rhode Island, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine."

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Field Guide to Nature of New England

Kenn Kaufman and Kimberly Kaufman

Houghton Mifflin Harcourt

2012

"Whether you're walking in the woods or along the beach, camping, hiking, canoeing, or just enjoying your own backyard, Kaufman Field Guide to Nature of New England will help identify all your nature discoveries. With authoritative and broad coverage, using nontechnical and lively language and more than 2000 color photographs, Kaufman Field Guide to Nature of New England is an essential reference for nature lovers living in or visiting New England."

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The Wildlife of New England: A Viewer's Guide

John S. Burk

University Press of New England

2011

"his guide to discovering and viewing the wildlife of New England covers the states of Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island and Connecticut. It provides information on more than 80 wildlife-viewing areas that represent the diversity of New England's natural landscape. Organized by state, the entries for each area detail the natural habitats and their unique features, identify characteristic species to watch for and when to see them, and list recommended trails, auto roads, and driving directions. In addition, the author offers informative introductions to 60 of the region's iconic animals organized by their natural habitats."

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Nature Guide to the Northern Forest: Exploring the Ecology of the Forests of New York, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Maine

Peter J. Marchand

University Press of New England

2010

"Part field guide, part natural history narrative, Nature Guide to the Northern Forest will help you identify and understand the complex influences that shape the flora and fauna of northern New York, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Maine woods. Readable and enlightening, Nature Guide to the Northern Forest explores topics such as human's influence on the history of the wild, adaptation of species at high elevations, the turning of the seasons, winter, and climate change."

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Birding the New Hampshire Seacoast and Great Bay

Stephen R. Mirick

New Hampshire Audubon

2009

"Your guide to the best birding spots along the New Hampshire coast and Great Bay, this guide gives you specific directions to excellent birding spots as well as highlights what may be found at different times of the year. Maps of the area are included. Additional sections include Star Island and the Isles of Shoals, as well as pelagic birding."

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The Naturalist's Guide to the Atlantic Seashore: Beach Ecology from the Gulf of Maine to Cape Hatteras

Scott W. Shurnway

Falcon Press

2008

"From the North Carolina's Outer Banks to Maine's rocky coast, this comprehensive guidebook covers the ecology, wildlife, plants and ocean creatures in full-colour photographs and vivid detail. No other book includes all of the plants, animals, and terrain along this stretch of coastline, making this a must-have for anyone who lives or recreates near the Atlantic. The diverse habitats of the seashore, from the Rocky Shores to Sandy Beaches, Estuaries, Tidal Flats, Salt Marshes, Seagrass Meadows, and the Open Ocean are explored in detail in this user-friendly guide and natural history. The easy-to-use layout, comprehensive index, water-resistant cover and guaranteed binding make this a beautiful volume of natural history and biodiversity."

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White Mountain Wilderness: A Photographic Journey to New Hampshire's Most Rugged Places

Jerry Monkman and Marcy Monkman

University Press of New England

2006

"Photographers Jerry and Marcy Monkman not only provide a tour of the contemporary White Mountains, from the fragile environments of the alpine zones to the few remaining stands of old-growth forest. They also document the history of human activity and its impact on the forest."

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A Checklist of the Birds of New Hampshire

Editor: Pamela Hunt, Stephen R. Mirick, Robert A. Quinn, Tudor Richards and Rebecca Suomala

New Hampshire Audubon

2004

"A 48-page booklet containing an expanded listing of species found in New Hampshire and bar graphs depicting their abundance and months of occurrence. It includes brief descriptions of New Hampshire's seven major birding regions and a brief synopsis on bird migration in the state. Other features include an index, map, and notes on casual, accidental and introduced species. It is an invaluable tool for both beginning and experienced birders."

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Birds of New England

Wayne Petersen and Roger Burrows

Lone Pine Publishing

2004

"Full of interesting facts and useful information, "Birds of New England" is a field guide geared to both the casual backyard observer and the experienced naturalist. The book features 320 of New England's most abundant or notable bird species, each one illustrated in color. You'll also find a Quick Reference Guide, organized into color-coded family groupings, as well as a map of the best birding sites and descriptions of a number of New England's most notable viewing locations. The book includes a glossary of terms, birder's checklist and separate indexes for scientific and common names. There is also a color-coded guide to the bird groups on the back cover."

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Birds of New England

Fred J. Alsop

Smithsonian Handbook

DK Publishing

2002

"The most comprehensive series of field guides to North American birds ever. Smithsonian Handbooks are the most comprehensive field guides to North American birds on the market. Created in association with the Smithsonian Institution, these amazing guides are an absolute staple for any birder or amateur ornithologist. Each local species receives its own profile, along with descriptions of habitats and annotated photographs that highlight specific characteristics and other points of interest."

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New Hampshire Birds: An Introduction to Familiar Species

Waterford Press

2001

"New Hampshire Birds is a pocket-sized folding Pocket Naturalist guide highlighting the most commonly seen birds in New Hampshire. Laminated for durability these handy guides are a great source of portable information for the backyard birdwatcher or the avian enthusiast."

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New England Birds: An Introduction to Familiar Species

Waterford Press

2001

"New England Birds is a portable reference guide featuring over 100 species of birds found in Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Rhode Island and Connecticut. This richly illustrated and detailed guide is printed on durable material and folds for convenience."

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Field Guide to New England

Peter Alden, Brian Cassie

National Audubon Society

Taylor Trade Publishing

1998

"Filled with concise descriptions and stunning photographs, the National Audubon Society Field Guide to New England belongs in the home of every New England resident and in the suitcase or backpack of every visitor. This compact volume contains: an easy-to-use field guide for identifying 1,000 of the region's wildflowers, trees, mushrooms, mosses, fishes, amphibians, reptiles, birds, butterflies, mammals, and much more; a complete overview of New England's natural history, covering geology, wildlife habitats, ecology, fossils, rocks and minerals, clouds and weather patterns and night sky; and an extensive sampling of the area's best parks, preserves, beaches, forests, islands, and wildlife sanctuaries, with detailed descriptions and visitor information for 50 sites and notes on dozens of others."

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New Hampshire Wildlife Viewing Guide

Judith K. Silverberg

Falcon Press

1997

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A Birder's Guide to New Hampshire

Alan Delorey

ABA Birdfinding Guide

American Birding Association

1996

A guide to birding sites and tours in the state.

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A Guide to the Winter Gulls of Northern New England

Peter Hunt

Audubon Society Of new Hampshire

1996

"A guide to help birders distinguish among the confusing gull plumages most commonly seen in northern New England, with a few unusual species thrown in; also notes on summer plumages."

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The Atlas of Breeding Birds of New Hampshire

Editor: Carol R. Foss

Audubon Society Of New Hampshire

1995

"The most comprehensive study ever published on the status and distribution of New Hampshire's breeding birds, with a full-page map of breeding distribution as well as a detailed written account of past and present breeding status, range, trends, and habits. The Atlas also contains over 200 line drawings by well-known New Hampshire artists. Besides being an invaluable resource for anyone interested in New England birds, it's also a surprisingly entertaining read, especially for a reference book. It's great for school projects, and a must for every library in New Hampshire."

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The Smithsonian Guides to Natural America: Northern New England: Vermont, New Hampshire and Maine

W. Wetherall

Random House

1995

"This lavishly photographed guide showcases one of the most beautiful regions in the country - Northern New England, an area of pristine wildernesses and extraordinary landscapes."

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Bird Finding in New England

Richard K. Walton

David R Godine

1988

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The Warblers Of New England

C.J. Maynard

1905

Published in 6 parts between 1901 and 1904

From the prospectus:

"This work contains descriptions of ail of the species of American Warblers which are found in New England. The book is illustrated with twelve hand-colored plates on which are figured a male and female of each species. THIE TEXT. The Family characters are first given, both external and internal, followed by a comparison with allied families. Generic characters are then defined in a clear, concise manner, and descriptions of species follow. The size is first given, then the characteristic markings, the time of migration and breeding range. This portion of the text is in large type. Following this, in smaller type, is a detailed description of the adult male and female, then of the young, and when known, of the nestling. Dimensions are next given; then comparisons with allied species, a feature particularly valuable to those who are comparatively unfamiliar with birds. Careful descriptions of the nests and eggs are given. The text on habits is in large type. This is a general account of the species, a more detailed account of the song, migration, and breeding range follows. ILLUSTRATIONS. One of the advantages of this book are the illustrations; many of the characters mentioned are explained by wood cuts, engraved by the author. PLATES. There are twelve plates, on each of which are given life-sized heads of both sexes of all of our warblers. These plates are engraved and hand-colored by the author."
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A Guide To The Birds Of New England And Eastern New York

Containing A Key For Each Season And Short Descriptions Of Over Two Hundred And Fifty Species, With Particular Reference To Their Appearance In The Field

Ralph Hoffman

Four full page plates by Louis Agassiz Fuertes and nearly one hundred cuts in the text

Houghton Mifflin & Co

1904

From the introduction:

There is something infectious in the enthusiasm of a student of birds. To hear him talk about the excitement of seeing a new bird, to read his account of it, or, best of all, to go afield with him on a May morning, is often enough to awaken a new interest, which enriches life to a surprising degree. The study of birds presents plenty of difficulties, which add fuel to the flame of real enthusiasm; there are sloughs of despond beyond which the faint-hearted never get. A guide who knows the way, its pitfalls and short cuts, is always welcome, and almost necessary in these days when our only weapon is the opera-glass. In spite of the fact that many excellent books are now available, the author offers another, both in the belief that there can never be too many good guides, and in the hope that this book has been especially adapted to the growing class of beginners in bird study. The book is the result of experience with many field-classes. Every effort has been made to emphasize the aspect of birds as seen out of doors, to describe their general or most prominent colors rather than any mark difficult to see on the living bird, and to call attention to their characteristic habits and haunts, and thus to enable the conscientious student to answer, with as much certainty as possible, the question, "What is the bird that I have seen?" The keys and the illustrations have been prepared with this end in view. There has been no attempt to give a complete description of the plumage, as it would look if the bird were held in the hand, nor does the book contain anything like full biographies of each species. Minute descriptions of the plumage and full accounts of the lives of the birds are to be found in many excellent books, some one of which may well be used to supplement this Guide. Notes and songs have been carefully described, and as far as possible expressed in English syllables. The author is well aware that another listener might express the same sounds by very different syllables; he has not attempted to convey to any one unfamiliar with the song anything more than an idea of its length and accent, and perhaps a suggestion of the quality of its tone. It is hoped, however, that the songs as transcribed will be useful in identifying doubtful species, that any one comparing the transcripts in the book with his own field-notes, or, better still, with the songs themselves, will recognize their likeness to that of one species and their unlikeness to that of another.
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Handbook Of The Sparrows, Finches, etc., Of New England

C.J. Maynard

1896

From the introduction:

"My reason for writing a book upon birds with such a limited scope as the present, is because 1 am sure, from a somewhat extended experience, that it is better for those beginning the study of ornithology to first become thoroughly acquainted w4th some one group of birds, than to acquire a smattering knowledge of many. I have therefore selected the largest and in some ways the most important family of our New England birds, partly, because it is the most extended, but more particularly, because there is no season of the year, when some members of it are not to be found with us. In my walks in the fields and woods with my many pupils, I have found that some experience great difficulty m learning to distinguish birds, either by sight or by hearing their songs. This difficulty, it appears to me, is really due to the fact that the observer is trying to grasp an entirely new, and too vast a subject without a sufficient training of eye and ear. This being undoubtedly the case with so many, it appears best to begin with a group of birds, most of which are of a sufficient size to be readily seen and which not only have prominent, characteristic markings, but which also have songs which are readily distinguishable."
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Last updated January 2014