Part aspirational encyclopedia, part identification guide this is a must-have for passionate birders. Each listing of the various avian species have a mixture of scientific information, images, and trivia. Fiercely debated by two renowned birding authors, the contents of this wish list include endangered species; birds with exceptional plumage or behavior; and ones with legendary status. This text goes beyond being a regional guide, it's an exciting journey through brilliant birds and a way to get closer to experiencing them. (This book may contain a small, black sharpie mark on the bottom edge, so that it can't be returned to a different wholesaler.)