What Bird is That?

What Bird is That? by Frank M. Chapman is a concise accessible guide aimed at helping birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts identify common birds in North America. Known for his engaging writing and passion for ornithology Chapman crafted this book to make bird identification simpler for a wide audience from beginners to more experienced birders. The book is structured to allow readers to quickly identify birds based on observable features like size shape and coloration. Chapman organizes the species in a way that facilitates easy comparison between birds that might be mistaken for one another. Each entry includes a detailed description of the bird's appearance as well as notes on its behavior habitat and distinctive traits that can aid in identification.