The internet provides a wealth of knowledge about Hummingbirds, but nothing beats a good old-fashioned book! Keeping a field guide next to your Hummingbird-watching window is a great way to quickly identify local species of Hummingbirds and provides in-depth knowledge about these beautiful birds.
Can’t get enough Hummingbirds? These three Hummingbird books are the ultimate read for those who want to expand their knowledge base and become experts at identifying, attracting, and learning fun facts about Hummingbirds. They’re some of the best resources for birdwatchers, and you can pick them up on Amazon!
Learn how to attract Hummingbirds to your own yard, photograph hummingbirds, and learn about the complex ecology of these little creatures. Check out these three fantastic Hummingbird books below to expand your collection or to gift for the avid Hummingbird enthusiast in your life.
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The Hummingbird Book: The Complete Guide to Attracting, Identifying, and Enjoying Hummingbirds
For backyard hummingbird enthusiasts, The Hummingbird Book: The Complete Guide to Attracting, Identifying, and Enjoying Hummingbirds is the perfect guide to transforming your own yard into a Hummingbird oasis. Written by Donald Stokes and Lillian Q. Stokes (yes, they’re married!) provides intensive information on how to attract Hummingbirds to your backyard. This book provides:
- Full-color images
- Range maps
- Native plants suggestions to attract Hummingbirds
- Tips on photographing Hummingbirds
- Fun facts
- How to attract Hummingbirds to your own yard
Unsure if the Hummingbird visiting your feeders is a Ruby-Throated Hummingbird or an Anna’s Hummingbird? This book provides easy-to-access information on the various species and an illustrated guide on the location of different species peppered throughout every part of the country. This Stokes hummingbird book is a great book for birder beginners and makes an excellent gift for the hummingbird enthusiast in your life. If you love this book, check out the Stokes Beginner’s Guide as well!
A Peterson Field Guide To Hummingbirds Of North America
Want a deep dive into the habitats, range maps, breeding habits, and nitty-gritty facts about your backyard Hummingbirds? The Peterson Field Guide dives deep into facts, range maps, and the natural history of local Hummingbirds. From cover to cover, it bursts with life-size color photographs and fun facts about your speedy little backyard visitors.
This extensive book provides:
- Coverage of 31 different species in North America
- 250 color photos
- Ways to attract Hummingbirds
- Natural history of Hummingbirds
- Range Maps
While it’s brimming with practical knowledge about identifying various species of Hummingbirds and range maps, it also provides helpful information on how to attract these little creatures to your own yard. What’s great about this book is that all the information is neatly organized, so you can quickly find the information you need when trying to identify North American Hummingbirds in your backyard. It’s only available in hardback, which makes it slightly more expensive than the other options, but it’s well worth the extra cost.
The Hummingbird Handbook: Everything You Need to Know About These Fascinating Birds by John Shewey Paperback
Think you know everything there is to know about Hummingbirds? Think again! The Hummingbird Handbook: Everything You Need to Know About These Fascinating Birds by John Shewey blends stunning photographs with in-depth knowledge of these little creatures.
It provides:
- Pictures for quick identification and information on plumage.
- Various species of North America.
- Habitats.
- Migration patterns.
With up-to-date information and plenty of fun facts, it’s the perfect Hummingbirds gift for someone that can’t get enough of these delightful little birds. What’s also great about this book is that it provides tips on protecting local Hummingbirds and what you can do to contribute to conservation efforts!
Why These Books Are A Must-Have
Keeping a field guide to Hummingbirds close at hand is essential for Hummingbird enthusiasts. These three books not only provide full-color photos, range maps, and a litany of helpful information on your backyard visitors but also tips and tricks to attract Hummingbirds and take professional-grade photographs. If your love of Hummingbirds runs deep, there is no better book than those listed above. So, have you added them to your wishlist yet?
These Hummingbird books are also fantastic gift ideas. If someone you love has all the Hummingbird supplies they’ll ever need, they likely don’t have a handy field guide to take with them on the go. In addition to the field guides listed above, Hummingbird coloring books are also an excellent gift idea for the birder in your life that has everything.
