Roger Tory Peterson at Top Ten Books |
Roger Tory PetersonUntil his death in the late 1990's, Roger Tory Peterson was one of America's pre-eminent artist-naturalists and arguably the inventor of the field guide. He made people love birds like no one since John James Audubon. Since the publication of "A Field Guide to the Birds" in 1934, Mr. Peterson has journeyed to Antarctica, the Bering Sea and the Andes Mountains in South America supporting the interests of wildlife and wildlife conservation. Mr. Peterson has won every major award for ornithology, natural science and conservation. He has been awarded the Medal of Freedom, the highest civilian award in the United States, as well as citations in other fields and nine honorary degrees. The key to the success of the Peterson field guide series is the quick recognition system he uses. This system has been called the greatest invention since binoculars and the field guides are credited with helping to set the stage for the environmental movement. I was first introduced to the Peterson field guide series in a college field biology course. Over the years, these field guides have become an indispensable resource while hiking through forests or watching the backyard bird feeder. These guides, especially "A Field Guide to the Birds", are highly recommended for anyone, novice to expert, whose interests lie in exploring the world around them. Awards:
Roger Tory Peterson
Spring & Summer Songbirds of the Backyard - Willow Creek Press
- Color, NTSC
Release Date: 01 April, 1996 VHS Tape More Info... List Price: $19.95 |
Backyard Birding
Opus 71032 Topflight Copper Triple Tube Bird Feeder - Opus
- Bird feeder with squirrel-proof, flip up ports, Seed tray simplifies cleaning, Integrated dome guard foils squirrels and protects seed from weather, Heavy-duty acrylic seed tubes with copper armor, Twelve feeding stations and 10-pound seed capacity
With 12 feeding stations and a special design that keeps squirrels out, this elegant bird feeder is exclusively "for the birds." Made of heavy-duty acrylic and copper, this tube-shaped feeder has a built-in seed funnel and a removable tray-so there's no more spilling the seed all over the lawn. An integrated dome guard foils squirrels and protects seed from weather. The feeder also features acrylic seed tubes with copper- armored ports impervious to vandal squirrels. Measuring 23-1/2 by 12-1/2 by 12-1/2 inches, the feeder holds up to 10 pounds of seed. Covered by a manufacturer lifetime warranty, the feeder arrives ready to hang. --Brian Olson Release Date: 20 September, 2005 Lawn & Patio More Info... List Price: $74.99 Our Price: $39.99 
K&H Bird Bath Ice Eliminator - K&H
- The first birdbath heater that looks like it belongs in a birdbath, Safely maintains open water down to 20¿ below zero Fahrenheit, May be spray painted any color, Thermostatically controlled, using only 50 watts, Three-year limited warranty
Release Date: 21 June, 2007 Lawn & Patio More Info... List Price: $44.99 Our Price: $34.97 
Opus, 457-6, 48 oz Tulip Hummingbird Feeder - Opus®
- Unique design enhances any garden or yard, Includes perch and four sculpted flower feeding stations with integrated bee guards, Easy to fill and clean, Bilingual French/English packaging
Lawn & Patio More Info... List Price: $10.99 Our Price: $10.99 
Opus Avant Garden Looking Glass Hummingbird Feeder - Opus
- Durable,tempered tinted glass nectar container, copper base cover with four bee-resistant flower feeding stations, integrated perch invites humingbirds to sit and dine, 32 ounce capacity, 5-1/2-inch diameter, 13 inches high, weighs 1-3/4 pounds
Lawn & Patio More Info... List Price: $24.99 Our Price: $18.75 
Brome 1024 Squirrel Buster Plus Wild Bird Feeder with Cardinal Perch Ring - Brome Direct
- Wild bird feeder with 6 feeding stations, adjustable perches, and optional cardinal perch ring, Green powder-coated aluminum; reservoir made of UV-stabilized polycarbonate plastic, 3-quart seed capacity; adjustable spring mechanism closes seed ports to deter squirrels, Unique seed ventilation system; easy to disassemble for cleaning; 6-inch hanger included, Measures 22 by 6-1/2 by 6-1/2 inches
Lawn & Patio More Info... List Price: $100.00 Our Price: $82.22 
Perky Pet 339 Squirrel Be Gone II Feeder Home with Chimney - Perky Pet Products Inc.
- Squirrel-proof wild bird feeder completely blocks out squirrels from feeding, Removable roof peak with lock makes filling a snap, The huge, 12-pound capacity ensures less frequent filling, Four position, adjustable spring allows for custom settings (to block out smaller squirrels, larger birds, etc.), Suitable for pole mounting or hanging
Lawn & Patio More Info... List Price: $43.59 
Opus 455 GardenJewels 14-Ounce Glass Window Mounted Hummingbird Feeder - Opus
- Mounts quickly on glass with two suction cups, Made of tempered glass, Capacity of 14 ounces, Two plastic feeding stations with bee guards and perches, 8-1/2 inches high
Designed to bring hummingbirds right to a window for close observation, this feeder mounts quickly on glass with two suction cups and remains secure. It's made of tempered glass to resist scratching, has a capacity of 14 ounces, and slides on and off the mounting bracket for simple, easy refilling. (Nectar not included.) There are two plastic flower-blossom feeding stations with bee guards and perches. The feeder weighs 1-1/2 pounds, sticks out 3-1/4 inches from a window, and is 8-1/2 inches high. --Fred Brack Lawn & Patio More Info... List Price: $29.99 Our Price: $9.99 
Garden Song Super EZ Fill Bird Feeder - Garden Song
- Satistfaction guaranteed, Rotate perch to de-clump and freshen seed, Easy fill wide mouth top, 4 feed ports, 5 lb Seed Capacity
Release Date: 24 May, 2005 Lawn & Patio More Info... List Price: $13.57 Our Price: $13.57 
Droll Yankees YF Flipper Bird Feeder - Droll Yankees
- Squirrel-proof bird feeder holds approximately 5 pounds of seed, Sturdy polycarbonate feeding chamber; metal cap and base resists squirrel damage, Battery charger plugs into standard 120 volt wall outlets, Rechargeable nickel-cadmium power-stick battery and battery charger included, Measures 4-3/4 by 21 inches; lifetime feeder warranty; 1-year warranty on motor and battery charger
This Yankee Flipper squirrel-proof feeder is the ultimate feeder for keeping your feathered friends fed, and the furred fiends hungry. Let's talk about the basics first. The sturdy polycarbonate feeding chamber is a whopping 4-3/4 inches in diameter and 21 inches long, giving you a break between refills--and ensuring that squirrels can't hang down from the top to reach seed. The four feeding chambers are easily accessible via the perch ring, and the interior of the chamber is designed to direct seed into the seed ports. Now, for the fun stuff: The birdfeeder features an encased motor and rechargeable (and replaceable) batteries. When you receive the feeder, simply charge the batteries overnight, hang the feeder from its looped bail wire, and prepare to be amazed (and entertained!). The motor is connected to the weight activated perch ring--birds will not set it off, even larger species like woodpeckers and cardinals. But the minute a squirrel hops onto the perch, the motor is triggered and the feeder begins spinning, taking the squirrel for a whirl before it loses its grip and is thrown (gently) from the perch. It's a humanitarian way to deal with persistent squirrels--there are no shocks or poisons to hurt them, simply a wild ride that they won't be inclined to repeat. Birds are free to eat without disruption, and your family will get a kick out of watching squirrels go for their rides. There's a lifetime warranty on the feeder body and a one-year warranty on the motor and battery charger. --Ariel Meadow Stallings |
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