Listen to the Birds
Discover North America’s birds and their varied and beautiful songs with this informative, brightly illustrated picture book and its easy-to-use app.
Take a dawn walk through the pages of Listen to the Birds and discover forty species of North American birds, guided by expertly informed text and gorgeous illustrations. Then, hold a phone with the paired app up to the art and watch―and listen―as the birds spring to life and sing.
From the woods of the East to the deserts and plains of the West, and common species such as cardinals and robins to lesser-known birds such as the Western Wood-Pewee and the Black-Headed Grosbeak, ornithologist Donald Kroodsma showcases his unparalleled knowledge of each bird’s songs and calls, behavior, and habitat. With Léna Mazilu’s gorgeous artwork and the free, easy-to-use supplementary Birdie Memory mobile app, Listen to the Birds is a unique way for birders of all ages to experience the magic and delight of birdsong together with the incomparable knowledge of one of the world’s leading ornithologists.
Book At A Glance
# of Pages: 64
Book Binding: Hardcover
Year of Publication: 2023
Publisher: Norton Young Readers
Language: en
ISBN: 9781324031031
Creator Bio
Donald Kroodsma, Léna Mazilu, and Yoann Guény are all accomplished ornithologists and authors who have come together to create the beautiful and informative book, Listen to the Birds. Donald Kroodsma is a professor emeritus of ornithology at the University of Massachusetts and has conducted extensive research on the vocalizations and behavior of birds. Léna Mazilu is a wildlife sound recordist, photographer, and author who has traveled the world to document the sounds of birds and other animals. Yoann Guény is a French ornithologist and sound recordist who specializes in the vocalizations of tropical bird species. Together, these three experts have combined their knowledge and passion for birds to create a unique and captivating book that celebrates the beauty and diversity of avian vocalizations.
