Learn how and why birds sing, and discover the wide range of tones and melodies of over 100 of the most popular North American bird calls with this beautifully illustrated visual directory. Within this easy-to-carry, paperback book, you will find:   Gorgeous illustrations showing each bird’s distinctive colors and plumage. Detailed information revealing their origin, behavior, feeding, and migration habits. Simple notations denoting the rhythmic rise and fall of the songs to help you identify each bird’s call. When and where to best hear America’s most beloved songbirds. How to turn your backyard into an aviary haven with practical advice on planting, feeding routines, and optimal nesting boxes. Accessible , visually pleasing , and packed with facts ,  A Field Guide to Songbirds of North America  is a perfect reference for the field.