Audubon birdhouse book : building, placing, and maintaining great homes for great birds

Audubon birdhouse book Building, placing, and maintaining great homes for great birds

Margaret A. Barker

Book - 2013

Birders know you need the right house to attract the right bird. An entrance hole that's 1/8 inch too big or too small spell trouble, as does a roof that leaks or a floor that doesn't drain. Learn to build safe, species-appropriate houses for your favorite birds.

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Subjects
Birdhouses > Design and construction.
Bird attracting.
Published
Minneapolis, Minnesota : Voyageur Press 2013.
Language
English
Corporate Author
National Audubon Society
Main Author
Margaret A. Barker (-)
Corporate Author
National Audubon Society (-)
Other Authors
Elissa Wolfson (-)
Physical Description
160 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), color maps ; 28 cm
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN
9780760342206
  • Foreword: Woodpeckers: the original birdhouse builders
  • Many birds need a helping hand
  • Build homes to benefit birds
  • Birds in boxes
  • Birds outside of boxes
  • How to help the birds.
Review by Library Journal Review

North American native birds are picky homeowners. Barker (coauthor, The Feeder Watcher's Guide to Bird Feeding) and freelance writer Wolfson present a useful guide perfect for backyard bird watchers. The book starts with historical content on invasive species, introduced predators, and habitat loss. In addition, readers will find territory maps and material on bird food sources and identification. These projects cover all skill levels and are enhanced by wonderful illustrations. Contributor Chris Willett, a carpenter, provides clear blueprints with exploded views and detailed cut lists. Like Birdhouses You Can Build in a Day, this informative volume tailors designs to specific species. However, what sets this work apart is the inclusion of research and scientific study results on what makes a home suitable for a particular type of bird. VERDICT The designs here are for enthusiasts who prefer to serve the needs of the birds rather than human aesthetics. This well-organized and meticulously researched book is a winner. (c) Copyright 2013. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.

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