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National geographic pocket guide to the birds of north. British birds and the british trust for ornithology announce the winner of the award for best bird book of the year. This compact title is an essential guide to every aspect of the subject, from when and what to feed the birds to building bird tables and nest boxes and planting a garden that will provide nesting, feeding and roosting places. Whether youre age 9 or 90, whether youre a novice or advanced birder, this. The pocket birding book gets a makeover high country news. Click and collect from your local waterstones or get free. Covering 129 of the most familiar american birds, with text descriptions of related species. Rspb pocket guide to british birds by simon harrap, 9781472962621, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide.
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