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WyomingThis page lists books about birds and birdwatching in the US state of Wyoming.The books are arranged by publication date with the most recent at the top of the page.
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Birds of Wyoming: Field GuideStan Tekiela
Adventure Publications
2017
"Birds of Wyoming Field Guide features 134 species of Wyoming birds – including birds in Yellowstone and Grand Teton national parks – organised by colour 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 and Birding in Wyoming's Bighorn Mountains RegionJacqueline L. Canterbury, Paul A, Johnsgard, Helen F. Downing
Zea Books
2013
"We defined the Bighorn region as encompassing or about 6,800 square miles (latilong blocks 4 and 5), and determined that at least 327 bird species have been reliably reported from the region, plus 15 species of hypothetical status. This compared with a total of 427 species reported for all of Wyoming as of 2010 (Faulkner, 2010). Breeding within the region has been confirmed for 190 species. Among the breeders, 77 species have breeding ranges that were classified as to having an either clearly eastern-oriented or western-oriented affinity in North America. Of these, 55 (71 percent) were judged to be western-oriented and 22 (29 percent) eastern-oriented, indicating that the strongest zoogeographic affinities of Bighorn region birds are with western North America. Species descriptions indicate relative abundance, breeding status by latilong, locality/date records for rarer species, and other relevant information. Many regional birding areas are described and mapped, and results of recent regional breeding bird surveys and seasonal bird counts are summarized. Line drawings illustrate representatives of each of the 53 avian families documented for the region, and there are more than 60 literature citations."
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Western Birds: Backyard GuideBill Thompson III
Cool Springs Press
2013
"Inside, you'll find profiles of the 55 most common birds in the West, 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 Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, Arizona, New Mexico, Utah, Idaho, Nevada, Washington, Oregon, California, Alaska, and western Texas."
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Yellowstone Wildlife: The Ecology and Natural History of the Greater Yellowstone EcosystemPaul A. Johnsgard
Photographs: Thomas D. Mangelsen
University Press of Colorado
2013
"Yellowstone Wildlife is a natural history of the wildlife species that call Yellowstone National Park and the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem their home. Illustrated with stunning images by renowned wildlife photographer Thomas Mangelsen, Yellowstone Wildlife describes the lives of species in the park, exploring their habitats from the Grand Tetons to Jackson Hole. From charismatic megafauna like elk, bison, wolves, bighorn sheep, and grizzly bears, to smaller mammals like bats, pikas, beavers, and otters, to some of the 279 species of birds, Johnsgard describes the behavior of animals throughout the seasons, with sections on what summer and autumn mean to the wildlife of the park, especially with the intrusion of millions of tourists each year. Enhanced by Mangelsens wildlife photography, Yellowstone Wildlife reveals the beauty and complexity of these species intertwined lives and that of Yellowstones greater ecosystem."
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A Field Guide to Wildlife of the Rocky MountainsHalle Flygare
Harbour Publishing
2013
"Field Guide to Wildlife of the Rocky Mountains is a must have for any visitor to the Rocky Mountain region of British Columbia, Alberta, Montana and Idaho. Featuring over a hundred superb full-colour photos, this pamphlet provides an essential look at the variety of animals one is most likely to encounter on the area's park trails and roadsides. Information on the size of each animal, as well as the common and Latin names makes it easy to identify wildlife. Similar species are grouped by appearance for easy comparison. Handy on the trails, A Field Guide to Wildlife of the Rocky Mountains is also the perfect souvenir of the abundance of wildlife to be found in the Rocky Mountains."
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Birds of Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks: A Guide to Common and Notable SpeciesGreg R. Homel
Quick Reference Publishing
2012
"Designed for birders of all levels, this illustrated, laminated guide will help you in the field. It includes photos of birds and their common habitats for easy field identification. Also includes seasonal of when they can be found in Yellowstone and Grand Teton parks. A lightweight, folded, waterproof guide to leave in the car or tuck in a daypack."
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Birds of the Northern Rocky Mountains: A Guide to Common and Notable SpeciesGreg R. Homel
Quick Reference Publishing
2012
"Birds of the Northern Rockies is a quick and easy-to-use, lightweight, durable, all-weather field guide to the remarkable and varied birdlife inhabiting the northern Rocky Mountains region within the US states of Wyoming, Montana, and Idaho, in addition to the adjacent Canadian provinces of British Columbia and Alberta. Stunning digital photographs depict 125 species of common and notable birds, enabling users to identify nearly every commonly occurring bird and regional specialty they encounter - day or night - within the guide's remarkable area of coverage. Aimed at beginning and intermediate birders, the guide will easily fit into any daypack, pocket or glove compartment, facilitating spontaneous and easy field identification - whether in a backyard, on a family vacation, or on a serious birding trip to the best birding hot spots within Wyoming's Yellowstone N.P., Montana's Glacier N.P., Idaho's myriad national forests, or Canada's Jasper N.P and beyond, all within the beautiful northern Rocky Mountains region."
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Rocky Mountain Birds: Birds and Birding in the Central and Northern RockiesPaul A. Johnsgard
Zea Books
2011
"This book is in part based on the author's earlier Birds of the Rocky Mountains (1986, revised 2009), but over a third of the original text has been eliminated. The rest has been updated, expanded and modified to be less technical and more useful to birders in the field. Bird enthusiasts will find viewing locations and updated contact information for hundreds of sites in Wyoming, Colorado, Montana, Idaho, Alberta, and British Columbia. Part 1 outlines the habitats, ecology, and bird geography of the Rocky Mountains north of the New Mexico–Colorado border, including recent changes in the ecology and avifauna of the region. It provides detailed lists of major birding locations and guidance about where to search for specific Rocky Mountain birds. Part 2 considers all 328 regional species individually, with information on their status, habitats and ecology, suggested viewing locations, and population. Includes 3 maps and 11 drawings by the author."
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Birds of WyomingDouglas W. Faulkner
Roberts and Company Publishers
2010
"Birds of Wyoming is the first comprehensive guide since 1939 to the status and distribution of Wyoming's avifauna. The book provides detailed information for over 400 bird species known to have occurred in Wyoming through 2008. Each full-page resident species account features a species photo and distribution map, while the non-resident section provides the reader insight on regular migrants and rarities. Introductory chapters authored by state experts give an indepth look at the state's ornithological history, vegetative landscapes, and avian conservation efforts. Habitat-focused sections by regional experts provide a broader view of management and conservation issues within Wyoming's dominant sagebrush, montane forest, and shortgrass prairie ecotones. Birds of Wyoming fills the niche for a state-based reference that will be useful to a wide range of professional disciplines and amateur birders."
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Birds of the Rocky MountainsPaul A. Johnsgard
University of Nebraska– Lincoln Libraries
2009
This is a revised, electronic edition of a book that was originally published in 1986. This electronic edition contains a new "Supplement" of approximately 12,000 words, updating the species accounts and the technical literature, including all those species that have undergone changes in their vernacular or Latin names, have had important changes in ranges, or have shown statistically significant population trends or conservation status warranting mention. The update also includes six additional species.
"This comprehensive reference work ...describes in detail 354 species found in a 353,000 square mile area, from the 40th parallel in Colorado north to the 52nd parallel in Canada; from the western border of Idaho to the eastern boundaries of Montana and Wyoming."
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Birds of the Great Plains: Oklahoma, Kansas, Nebraska, South Dakota, North Dakota, Missouri, Iowa, Minnesota, Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, New Mexico and TexasBob Jennings, Ted Cable and Roger Burrows
Lone Pine Publishing
2005
"Encounter 325 of the most common or notable birds found in the Great Plains states, presented with beautiful full-color illustrations and comprehensive notes on habitat, nesting, feeding and voice, as well as best sites for viewing. 312 color illustrations, 313 maps."
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Birds in Place: A Habitat-based Field Guide to Birds of the Northern RockiesRadd Icenoggle
Farcountry Press
2003
"This habitat-based guide is written for both novice and long-time birders to use in the Northern Rockies. Color photographs illustrate the species and graphics supply information on seasonality, migration, behavior, and ranges. Text includes physical description, breeding behaviors, habits, and especially what habitat features to look for when seeking a particular species."
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Faces of the Great Plains: Prairie WildlifeBob Gress and Paul A. Johnsgard
University Press of Kansas
2003
"The Great Plains are America's biological melting pot, drawing creatures from surrounding regions to create a rich diversity of wildlife. This book illuminates the enormous variety and uniqueness of prairie wildlife - featuring 150 of the most interesting and important species."
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Raptors of the RockiesKate Davis
Mountain Press
2002
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Field Guide to the Rocky Mountain States: Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, ColoradoPeter Alden and John Grassy
National Audubon Society
Knopf
1998
"Filled with concise descriptions and stunning photographs, the National Audubon Society Field Guide to the Rocky Mountain States belongs in the home of every Rocky Mountain 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 state's wildflowers, trees, mushrooms, mosses, fishes, amphibians, reptiles, birds, butterflies, mammals, and much more; a complete overview of the Rocky Mountain region's natural history, covering geology, wildlife habitats, ecology, fossils, rocks and minerals, clouds and weather patterns, and the night sky; and an extensive sampling of the area's best parks, preserves, mountains, forests, and wildlife sanctuaries, with detailed descriptions and visitor information for 50 sites and notes on dozens of others."
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Watchable Birds of the Rocky MountainsMary Taylor Gray
Mountain Press
1997
"If you have been charmed or intrigued by birds, would like to know more about them, but don't consider yourself a 'birdwatcher,' then this book is for you. Designed for families, tourists, casual nature lovers, and anyone who enjoys birds and wildlife, 'Watchable Birds of the Rocky Mountains' goes beyond identification to reveal the 'private lives' of our feathered friends. This fun yet informative guide covers the Rocky Mountain region of New Mexico, Colorado, Utah, Wyoming, Idaho, Montana, British Columbia, and Alberta. Contents: How to Use this Book; How to Watch Birds; Wildlife Watching; Ethics and Etiquette; Birds of the Plains; Birds of the Wetlands;and Birds of the Mountains."
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Birds of the Rocky MountainsChris C. Fisher
Lone Pine Publishing
1997
"323 common and interesting species of birds found in the Rocky Mountains region are brought to life by colorful illustrations and detailed descriptive text. Species accounts include characteristics for quick identification."
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Mountains and Plains: Ecology of Wyoming LandscapesDennis H. Knight
Yale University Press
1996
"The Great Plains, the Rocky Mountains, and the intermountain basins in Wyoming and adjacent states contain a rich diversity of plant and animal life that has long captured the interest of outdoor enthusiasts, scientists, and natural resource managers. This book by an eminent ecologist presents in word and photograph the ecology of this beautiful area. Dennis H. Knight begins by introducing the diverse environments in the region and their geologic history. He then discusses the landscapes along streams and rivers, the lowland plains and basins, the foothills and mountains, and three regions of special interest-Yellowstone National Park, Grand Teton National Park, and the Black Hills and Bear Lodge Mountains. He concludes by explaining land use constraints and opportunities in the region. Throughout the book, Knight considers plant ecology, plant-animal interactions, geologic influences, nutrient cycling, land management, and disturbances such as fires and insect epidemics. Over 150 photographs, maps, and line drawings illustrate ecological processes and landscape patterns. A remarkable synthesis of information on land management, ecosystem science, and plant and animal adaptation, the book will be of interest to naturalists as well as to ecologists and professional land managers."
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The Smithsonian Guides to Natural America: The Northern RockiesThomas Schmidt, Jeremy Schmidt
Random House
1995
"Covers the national parks, wilderness preserves, and public and private sanctuaries of the Northern Rockies, providing full-color maps, clear directions, addresses and phone numbers, and traveling advice."
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The Visitor's Guide to the Birds of the Rocky Mountain National ParkRonald H. Wauer
John Muir Publications
1994
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A Birder's Guide to WyomingOliver K. Scott
ABA Birdfinding Guide
American Birding Association
1992
A guide to birding sites in the state.
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Birds of the Central RockiesJan Wassink
Mountain Press
1991
"Bird-watchers from the novice to the experienced will appreciate this easy-to-use field guide to the birds of Colorado, Wyoming, Utah, and Idaho. Author and photographer Jan Wassink provides 240 stunning color photographs of 191 bird species, each in its natural surroundings."
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Wyoming BirdsRobert D. Dorn and Jane L Dorn
Mountain West Publishing
1990
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Birds of YellowstoneTerry McEneaney
Roberts Rinehart
1989
Subtitled: "A Practical Habitat Guide to the Birds of Yellowstone National Park and Where to Find Them."
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The Compact Guide to Birds of the RockiesGeoffrey Holroyd and Howard Coneybeare
Lone Pine Publishing
1989
"This habitat-based guide includes unusual and useful notes for more than 100 birds. Its convenient size and full-page color illustrations make this guide a must for your backpack."
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Birds of the Rocky MountainsPaul A. Johnsgard
University of Colorado Press
1986
"This comprehensive reference work ...describes in detail 354 species found in a 353,000 square mile area, from the 40th parallel in Colorado north to the 52nd parallel in Canada; from the western border of Idaho to the eastern boundaries of Montana and Wyoming...Here a visitor to any of the major national parks in the Rocky Mountain region can have quick access to the abundance and seasonality of a given species. In addition, a comprehensive introduction describes the predominant life zones of the region, and over a dozen maps illustrate such significant features as precipitation patterns, vegetation community types, and major physiographic provinces.The book is well written and an essential guide for the birder who visits the Rockies."
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Birds of Grand Teton National Park and the Surrounding AreaBert Raynes
Grand Teton Natural History Association
1984
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Birds of the Northern RockiesTom J. Ulrich
Mountain Press
1984
"For the hiker, traveler, or kitchen-window bird-watcher. This book covers the northern Rockies from Alberta to Wyoming. More than 220 color photographs illustrate descriptions of 170 bird species. Includes tips for observing and photographing birds."
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Teton Wildlife: Observations by a NaturalistPaul A. Johnsgard
Colorado Associated University Press
1982
"The diversity of wildlife in Grand Teton National Park and its environs draws millions to the valley of Jackson Hole every year, but few are the visitors who are able to observe individual species over the course of several seasons. Paul Johnsgard, a noted naturalist who has written many books on the waterfowl of the world, here integrates his own observations with those who have studied Teton wildlife in the past. The result is a compassionate, simple reconstruction of the lives of a few individuals from spring through early autumn. Teton Wildlife describes the migration of a herd of antelope to the lower flatlands of the Gros Ventre Range in early spring; the lives of a family of coyote on the sagebrush flats of Jackson Hole; the mating ceremony of a pair of Sandhill Cranes on the willow flats near Jackson Lake dam; and the activity of several other species in a wide range of habitats from barren glacial cirques to lush aspen groves."
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Wyoming Ornithology: A History & BibliographyJane L Dorn
US Bureau of Land Management / Wyoming Game & Fish Department
1978
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