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Hassler, Lynn.

Hummingbirds of the American West / Lynn Hassler Kaufman.

Tucson, Ariz. : Rio Nuevo Publishers, [2001]

76 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm.

The American West offers prime habitat for hummingbirds. All eighteen species of hummingbirds found in North America nest in or migrate through the region. In Hummingbirds of the American West, birding authority Lynn Hassler Kaufman describes in detail the field marks, behavioral characteristics, and habitat requirements of each species. Extraordinary color photographs also capture these fascinating birds in flight, feeding, and nesting.

Hummingbirds of the American West reveals where birders are most likely to encounter these remarkable creatures. Lynn Hassler Kaufman also describes how to create a "hummingbird garden" with native plants.

Wild west series

Wild West series (Tucson, Ariz.)

Hummingbirds -- West (U.S.)

Illustrated works.

Includes bibliographical references page 76.

Physical Characteristics -- Behavior -- Looking at Hummingbirds -- Species Accounts -- Green Violet-ear -- Broad-billed Hummingbird -- White-eared Hummingbird -- Berylline Hummingbird -- Buff-bellied Hummingbird -- Violet-crowned Hummingbird -- Blue-throated Hummingbird -- Magnificent Hummingbird -- Plain-capped Starthroat -- Lucifer Hummingbird -- Ruby-throated Hummingbird -- Black-chinned Hummingbird -- Anna's Hummingbird -- Costa's Hummingbird -- Calliope Hummingbird -- Broad-tailed Hummingbird -- Rufous Hummingbird -- Allen's Hummingbird -- Green-breasted Mango -- Xantus's Hummingbird -- Cinnamon Hummingbird -- Hummingbird Gardening -- Hummingbird Feeders.

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