06/09/2026
Now available in store, this is a fantastic intro guide book for new birders and a great addition to every expert’s collection of birding books.
“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, co-author of Birds Of Alberta
“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
With clear descriptions designed to be accessible for beginner and intermediate birders, this extensive guide is also useful for experts in the field. It comprises 305 full-page species accounts for regularly occurring species and 29 abbreviated accounts for more rarely occurring birds. Each full account includes the most up-to-date species name; one to four full-colour photographs; a colour-coded range map; a clear description of appearance, status and distribution, habitat, behaviour, and sounds; and tips on where to where to find the species. Other user-friendly features include a glossary, tips on equipment and observation techniques, information on habitat and species conservation, and recommendations for further reading. With so many birds to see and hear in every region of the province, A Field Guide to the Birds of Alberta is the definitive guide for locals and visitors alike.
