Birds and Birding at Cape May: What to See and When and Where to Go
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| Rating | : | 4.45 (981 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0811731340 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 432 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-06-05 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Amazon Customer said A Must-have resource for finding the best birds in Cape May. As a birder, I have traveled to Cape May many times, but some of the best times were taking birding workshops with Pat and Clay Sutton. Amazing naturalists and fantastic birders, the Suttons eagerly share their knowledge of the natural world around them. And one of their favorite subjects is the birds, birding, and birders of Cape May.This well written book will engage you right fr. Squirrel said A must-have book for the Cape May tourist. This book was suggested to me by an employer, and I was not expecting to learn anything from reading it. However, this book is very thorough and covers everything from the history of birding and conservation in Cape May, to tips on identifying birds and even where most of the speed traps are located on the local roads. The information is presented in a captivating manner and is fil. "A comprehensive guidebook" according to judith wolf abboud. This is a very comprehensive and easy to read guide. Although it's a huge tome and would be difficult to carry along on one's trip, it is so all inclusive, it'w worth reading and then jotting down the highlights, or copying directions to the various birding sites.
Filled with the authors' photos, this book offers insider information that will help any birder make the most of a visit. It features a complete Cape May bird list and a description of the region's history complemented by images that show how Cape May has changed over the years, and how it has stayed the same.. First-ever birding guide to this celebrated siteInsider advice on 33 popular places and lesser-known hot spotsDescribes birding opportunities any time of the yearGeography, topography, weather patterns, and unique natural features make Cape May, New Jersey, one of the most important birding sites in North America. In this guide, Cape May birders can find out exactly when and where in the region to go, what birds they're likely to see, why the birds are there, and what factors could affect the birds' behavior. Throughout the year thousands of birders travel to Cape May from around the country--and across the ocean--to witness the arrival of tens of thousands of raptors, songbirds, shorebirds, and seabirds
Clay is the coauthor, with David Sibley and Pete Dunne, of Hawks in Flight (0-395-51022-8). . Together, they've written How to Spot an Owl (0-618-01220-6) and How to Spot Hawks & Eagles (1-576-30000-5). Clay and Pat Sutton are veteran naturalists and longtime residents of Cape May County
About the Author Clay and Pat Sutton are veteran naturalists and longtime residents of Cape May County. Together, they've written How to Spot an Owl (0-618-01220-6) and How to Spot Hawks & Eagles (1-576-30000-5). . Clay is the coauthor, with David Sibley and Pete Dunne, of Hawks in Flight (0-395-51022-8)