Peterson Reference Guide to Bird Behavior

Go beyond identifying birds and learn more about what they do and why they do it with the Peterson Reference Guide to Bird Behavior by John Kricher. Written for both casual and serious birdwatchers, this detailed reference helps readers better understand the meaning behind everyday bird behaviors instead of simply recognizing species in the field.

Written in an easy-to-understand style and supported by numerous photographs, the guide explores key aspects of avian behavior including flight, molt, migration, feeding, predation, social behavior, courtship, and nesting. It is a useful reference for birders who want to make their observations more meaningful and develop a deeper understanding of how birds interact with their environment and one another.

Author & Guide Information

• Author: John Kricher
• Part of the Peterson Reference Guide series
• Detailed reference focused on bird behavior
• Written for casual and serious birdwatchers

Bird Behavior Topics

• Flight
• Molt
• Migration
• Feeding
• Predation
• Social behavior
• Courtship
• Nesting
• Explores what birds do, how they do it, and why

Guide Features

• Easy-to-understand writing style
• Abundant photographs illustrating bird behaviors
• Helps birders move beyond identification toward behavioral observation
• Useful for developing a deeper understanding of birds in the field