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Describes twenty-one interesting birds including the flightless single-wattled cassowary; the brown pelican, whose beak holds more than its belly; the monogamous blue-crowned pigeon; and the graceful swimmer, the hoatzin.

"A robin, a bald eagle, a woodpecker, a cliff swallow, and a flamingo all build nests to keep their eggs safe in this illustrated narrative nonfiction book. Includes a range map and a "Build Like a Bird" hands-on activity, plus glossary and further resources"-- Provided by publisher.

Say good morning to everything in the meadow on your way to finding a happy bluebird and a special, sparkly surprise.

"We use names so often, and with such little thought, that we often forget to pause and wonder about their origins. What do they mean? Where did they come from? And who originally created them? Since the dawn of mankind we have been driven by a primordial urge to name the birds and beasts of the earth and skies. It is through names that we make sense of the world around us, and through understanding these names, we can arrive at a greater awareness...

The pet bird population continues to rise and bird fanciers love canaries. As clearly demonstrated by Tweetie, canaries are fun—but they're also beautiful birds that are available in a variety of stunning colors. This book will provide new canary owners with everything they need to know to properly house, feed and maintain the health of their bird.

A photographic study of the north american hummingbird species.