Best Selling Books by Chris Earley

Birds of prey can be particularly difficult to track for a variety of reasons: - Nocturnal behavior - Remote habitats - Migratory patterns - Swift flight speeds Hawks and Owls depicts both the subtle differences and rich diversity among these awe-inspiring birds. With crisp, clean photographs and precise identification notes, this guide makes quick and accurate classifications easier. The families of birds includes: New world vultures Osprey, kites, eagles, hawks and allies Caracara and falcons Barn and bay owls Typical owls The information on each species is concisely organized and includes the differences between male and female, seasonal and immature plumage, morphs and distinctive markings. Color pictures and range maps accompany the text. The 180 photographs from award-winning photographers show these birds in their natural environments through the seasons. Comparison pages group similar-looking birds on a single page for quick reference. Hawks and Owls is a sturdy, pocket-sized field guide that will be indispensable to naturalists, students and birders at all levels of experience, from Florida to Ontario.

A field guide to warblers.

A field guide to sparrows and finches.

"Endorsed by the Canadian Wildlife Federation"--Cover.

Praise for Weird Insects: "A gallery of brilliantly clear, color photos gives intimate, close-up looks at just 59 of the millions of insects crawling, flying, scurrying, and burrowing on our planet, but Worek''s choices open up a visual treasure house of the class Insecta. From metallic armored beetles to lacy-winged flies to spiny caterpillars, the pictures glow on the crisp white pages... This is not a book for in-depth research, but for the curious of mind and those with an understanding of biological diversity and evolutionary differentiation, it''s a visual feast and -- oh my -- those pictures!" -- School Library Journal Some birds look bizarre. Some behave that way. In almost all cases, their appearance has an important function -- in evolution or every day. This colorful book exposes more than 50 strange birds, preening, stretching, and showing their strange bodily adaptations. Weird Birds features: Beautiful photographs that show the birds in sharp, clear detail Informative captions that provide fascinating details about the lives of these intriguing creatures. Available in hardcover and paperback, the book will appeal to middle school students exploring topic ideas, younger students interested in wildlife and advanced readers who enjoy picture books.

Tips and tricks on how to catch, identify and study dragonflies.

"An illustrated guide to holding, caring for and identifying caterpillars."--Provided by publisher.

A sneak peek into the remarkable world of the tail-less amphibians.

Come eye to eye with a Bald Eagle and nose to beak with an American White Pelican in this entertaining and educational guide to 47 popular birds. Birds Life Size features stunning life-sized photographs as well as interesting facts and stats, all put together by one of North America''s foremost bird book authors, Chris Earley. Did you know Brown-headed Cowbirds purposely lay their eggs in other birds'' nests, or that Loggerhead Shrikes are nicknamed Butcherbirds for their unsavory habit of hanging their prey on thorns and branches, using its favorite thorny shrubs like a butcher shop? Readers will enjoy reading all about the fascinating adaptations and behaviors of the featured birds, and young readers in particular will be riveted by the life-sized images. Arranged by family, bird species include: American Bitterns Atlantic Puffins Calliope Hummingbirds Common Poorwills Greater Roadrunners Snowy Owls Red-tailed Hawks Turkey Vultures And many, many more! Complete with at-a-glance info boxes that detail diet, habitats and nesting habits, each bird profile has a colorful design and plenty of photos highlighting the topics and tidbits covered in the text. Birds Life Size is a mighty addition to every bird lover''s library.

How to Feed Backyard Birds: A Step-by-Step Guide for Kids is the perfect resource for beginners who are young (and not so young) to discover the joy of attracting birds to your yard. Bird lover and expert Chris Earley wants to share his passion for our colorful singing and flying neighbors with the whole family. This easy-to-read book helps readers of all ages not only attract and identify birds but also understand bird behavior and their relationship to the environment. A wide variety of feeders and feed types are presented with helpful tips on how to attract different kinds of birds. Packed into this easy book: Why feeding birds is important How to build your own feeders How to foil squirrels and other predators Attracting birds with natural foods and water Hand feeding do''s and don''ts Recognizing and identifying birds Which plants in your garden will attract birds? Bird conservation efforts and how to get involved. Colorfully designed and full of photographs, How to Feed Backyard Birds: A Step-by-Step Guide for Kids will feed the curiosity and imagination of young lovers of nature.

A charming story about a nest of wild birds that alarm, then charm, their city landlords.

A guide to the best places in Ontario to connect with the natural world.

Previously published under title: 100 nature hot spots in Ontario.

The best-selling book of Ontario wildlands now features 15 additional destinations. This reader-friendly guide explores the remarkable splendor and diversity of the province, from its soaring clifftops, subterranean caves and thundering cataracts to the province''s tallest white pine, the oldest rocks on Earth and the warbler capital of North America. The guide is organized by region, and each destination includes a descriptive profile illustrated with color photographs and at-a-glance information about special features and contact details. Regional maps showcase locations. Some of these hot spots are surprisingly close to towns and cities, some are hidden urban treasures, and many are ideal for a day trip. The new hot spots include the following: Kopegaron Woods is a 1.3-kilometre loop buffered by farm fields that is a quiet haven for naturalists, botanists and bird lovers. SC Johnson Rail Trail offers a beautiful vista of a large oxbow on the Grand River. Cambridge to Paris Rail Trail follows the Grand River and is studded with river overlooks. Rock Point Provincial Park features a limestone shelf embedded with 350-million-year-old fossils. Barnum Creek Nature Reserve is mosaic of habitats from hardwood, mixed wood, grassland, marsh and swamp that attracts wildlife and birds. Redbridge Mountain View Trail guides hikers to a gorgeous vantage point of the wilderness surrounding North Bay. Parrott''s Bay Conservation Area features excellent bird and wildlife viewing opportunities. Point Petre provides an impressive glimpse into the geological history of this part of the Lake Ontario shoreline. Great Lakes Waterfront Trail through Kingston offers a peek into the city''s history. Gould Lake Conservation Area is 589 hectares of Canadian Shield wilderness. Charleston Lake Provincial Park has excellent trails with good wildlife viewing and a vantage point from the highest peak in the county. These family-friendly destinations will appeal to naturalists, budding botanists and biologists, photographers, hikers, campers and paddlers.