Ellen Blackstone is a writer, editor, and associate producer for
BirdNote. She previously edited Earthcare Northwest, the newsletter
of the Seattle Audubon Society and is a longtime member of the
American Society of Crows and Ravens.
Emily Poole is a freelance illustrator, born and raised in the
mountain town of Jackson Hole, Wyoming. She graduated from Rhode
Island School of Design with a BFA in Illustration and is currently
located in Eugene, Oregon. She has created work for the Teton
Raptor Center, World Wildlife Fund Guyana, and the National Museum
of Wildlife Art.
"Have you ever wondered what that little red dot on a seagull’s
bill is for? Or why geese fly in a V formation? Answers to such
questions—and more illuminating insights into avian species....are
neatly compiled in BirdNote.…It’s a trove of trivia for anyone
who’s ever wondered, “Why is that bird doing that?”
—Seattle magazine
"[BirdNote has] a lively, conversational tone that makes for a
quick and engaging read. Fans of the show and bird lovers of
all ages will find much to enjoy in this book.”
—Booklist
"…beautifully designed, with full-color illustrations and a handy
bookmark tassel. This will make an excellent gift for the would-be
birder in your family. And even veteran birders will enjoy it.…I
recommend this book to anyone who loves birds (or anyone you
think should love birds)."
–EcoLit Books
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