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Florida Birds A Birdwatcher Discovers the Sunshine State by Ken Janes Book Review

 

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* I received a copy of this book from the publisher for the purpose of a review.




Today's featured book is Florida Birds: A Birdwatcher Discovers the Sunshine State by Ken Janes.


Title

Florida Birds

A Birdwatcher Discovers the Sunshine State 

Author

Ken Janes

Format

Paperback 

Publication Date

November 7, 2023

Publisher

Pineapple Press Inc.

Imprint of Globe Pequot, trade division The Rowman & Littlefield Publishing Group

Description

Wading birds, raptors, waterfowl, pelicans,Gulls and Terns, shorebirds, and songbirds. These are the types of birds Florida birdwatchers can see and learn about in this beautifully created work of art. This book features all original photography by the author along with a brief informational section for each bird listed. The author takes great care with a conservationist approach to his work and explains the negative impact that harmful practices and chemicals have had on certain species.

About the Author

After a 35-year career in General and Vascular surgery, Ken Janes retired to Kennebunk Beach, Maine, where he has continued his long interest in photography. An avid conservationist, his primary focus has been wildlife and bird photography. Several photos have been used by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology and Maine Audubon and many have been donated to local conservation groups. Ken and his wife Sandy moved to Kennebunk ten years ago where birding and bird photography has become a full-time passion leading to his first book, Life List: Field Notes of a Maine Birdwatcher. Now that they are spending the winter months in Florida, Ken has assembled his Florida photos into a new book called Florida Birds: A Birdwatcher Discovers the Sunshine State. These books are designed to show even the most casual reader the diversity of bird life that can be found in our own backyards. While not intended to be a comprehensive guide, they cover a wide variety of bird species and point out the beauty of these fabulous creatures.

Review

 This is an exquisitely put together book that will have you reaching for a pair of binoculars and heading outdoors on your very own bird watching adventure.


 Florida Birds

A Birdwatcher Discovers the Sunshine State is 

Perfect for amateurs and experienced Bird Watchers alike.


Florida's climate is perfect for year round outdoor adventures and activities especially birdwatching.

Use this as your guide book to some of the most amazing bird species Florida has to offer.

You can plan birdwatching day trips to local parks, nature preserves, wildlife management areas, lakes, ocean, and more. With the most beautiful photography I have seen you will be able to see the most amazing details of each species while learning to recognize each one as well as learning bite size information on each species featured. 


This book is perfect for people wanting to learn more about birdwatching and even includes advice on how to make the natural light work for you if you plan on taking photographs of your birdwatching adventure. 


I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. As I have mentioned several times throughout this review the photography is simply breathtaking. I really enjoyed the bite size information on the species because it gave me the chance to pick a few favorites and I was able to dig into further research on certain species of birds without being overwhelmed with a lot of information. 


I also love the fact that this book can be used to introduce both children and adults to the different types of bird species as well as an outdoor activity like birdwatching. This book would be a great addition to all children's curriculum including homeschool families. 

Florida Birds

A Birdwatcher Discovers the Sunshine State by Ken Janes 

would make a great coffee table Art book as well once you have finished reading it. I Highly recommend getting a copy for yourself. 5 star book.


Highlights

  • Beautiful photography

  • Bite size information

  • Perfect for amateurs and experienced Birdwatchers

  • Great way to introduce and teach both children and adults

  • Inspires you to spend more time outdoors in nature 

Where to buy

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  1. KaraleeNovember 15, 2023 at 6:39 AM

    This book does sound fantastic, and I can imagine the pictures of the birds are beautiful! That's great they also include brief info about the birds and general advice on birdwatching and taking your own photos!

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