The Bird Guides for Nature Enthusiasts American Bird Conservancy Compact Guides focus on the birds that can be observed at specific sites. With illustrations by American's finest bird artists, a handy, pocket-sized format and a groundbreaking organization system derived from the definitive North American bird guide, ABC's All the Birds of North America, they are simply the most useful bird guides available. All The Waterbirds tells you everything you need to know about the birds you'll see at the beach and at bays, harbors and nature preserves along the Pacific Coast. It features: Highly informative entries on more than 100 coastal waterbird species. Spectacular, full-color paintings of birds in their natural habitats that set new standards for beauty and accuracy. Tips on where and how to find waterbirds; plus a checklist for recording your sightings.