Stan TekielaMidwest Birding Companion: Field Guide & Birding Journal
Naturalist, wildlife photographer and writer Stan Tekiela is the author of more than 175 field guides, nature books, children's books, wildlife audio CDs and playing cards, presenting many species of birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, trees, wildflowers and cacti in the United States. With a Bachelor of Science degree in Natural History from the University of Minnesota and as an active professional naturalist for more than 25 years, Stan studies and photographs wildlife throughout the United States and Canada. He has received various national and regional awards for his books and photographs. Also a well-known columnist and radio personality, his syndicated column appears in more than 25 newspapers and his wildlife programs are broadcast on a number of Midwest radio stations.
Introduction
Why Watch Birds in the Midwest?
Observe with a Strategy; Tips for Identifying Birds
Bird Basics
Bird Color Variables
Bird Nests
Who Builds the Nest?
Fledging
Why Birds Migrate
How Do Birds Migrate?
How to Use This Guide
Range Maps
Midwest Birding Hotspots
Midwest Birding at a Glance
Midwest Birding Calendar
Sample Page
The Birds
* Black
* Black and White
* Blue
* Brown
* Gray
* Green
* Orange
* Red
* White
* Yellow
Helpful Resources
Report a Rare Bird
Citizen Science
Birding Resources
Web Pages
If You Find an Injured Bird
Checklist/Index
About the Author
Life List