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Why is Texas one of the best places to see the migration of Yellow-headed Blackbirds? Where can I see the endangered Whooping Crane or endangered Golden-cheeked Warbler in Texas? What is the state bird of Texas? If you find yourself asking any of these questions, then this book is for you... 50 Things to Know About Birds in Texas by Author Mariel Ortega offers an elegant approach to finding the most beautiful and varied species of birds on the continent. Most books on birding tell you to travel to specific locations and hotspots for one or two prize species on your life list. Although there's nothing wrong with that, this book takes another approach. Here we present you with the regional view of the state and help you to locate the habitats and special locations near your travel destination. From this view, we will help you find a diverse community of birds and celebrate the similarities between species. Texas has an extraordinary geography, and there is a great overlap in breeding and wintering ranges for many species. The state is uniquely positioned to offer a variety of habitats with irruptive specialties throughout the year. Based on knowledge from the world's leading experts, this book provides an understanding of identification and life history of several bird species. This book will help you learn which habitats you should visit to find the species you are most interested in, such as warblers, woodpeckers, flycatchers, and raptors. There are also helpful hints for making some of the more challenging bird identifications. By the time you finish this book, you will know all the best birds Texas has to offer.... Grab YOUR copy today. You'll be glad you did.

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