LOOK INSIDE: A Field Guide to the Birds of Alberta
Birders, researchers, and teachers David R. Scott and Gavin McKinnon give a comprehensive, user-friendly, full-colour guide to more than 300 bird species found throughout the prairies, aspen parklands, foothills, mountains, boreal forests, Canadian shield, and urban areas of the province of Alberta. Available now online or at your favourite indie bookstore.
“This impressive book will most certainly cultivate a love of wild birds and bird conservation in generations of Alberta residents and visiting birders as they explore the province.”
—Ann Eriksson, author of Bird's-Eye View: Keeping Wild Birds in Flight
“Scott and McKinnon have put together a book that is authoritative, well-written, beautifully illustrated, and up-to-date with respect to bird ranges and abundances.”
—John Acorn, biologist, author, and broadcaster
“A Field Guide to the Birds of Alberta is a beautifully crafted resource that blends scientific accuracy, ethical birding practices, and practical conservation tips. It’s an essential guide for anyone passionate about Alberta’s birds or simply eager to learn more about the species in their own backyard. I wholeheartedly recommend it!”
—Nikki Copeland, B.Sc., M.E.Des., P.Biol. and President of the Alberta Society of Professional Biologists 2024–2026 (ASPB)
“The vital, up-to-date field guide that Alberta birders have been waiting for. Filled with the kind of invaluable insights you could only learn from the most knowledgeable of birders, guiding you to the best viewing opportunities for each species. A must-include in your backpack alongside your binoculars and camera.”
—Stephanie Weizenbach, Nature Alberta Executive Director
