Cardinals, blue jays, ruby-throated hummingbirds: color is often the first thing that catches our eye, and this richly illustrated reference explains, in clear and accessible language, how birds achieve their brilliant plumage. Part One explores the science of feather color, from how it signals sex, age, and identity to its role as camouflage or a bold display to attract mates and deter rivals. Part Two presents a color-coded gallery of more than 200 species spanning red to violet, plus brown, black, white, and multicolored birds, with each entry explaining how its colors arise and why, along with a concise fact file on names, range, habitat, and size. A must-have for birders of every level.
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