Ducks at a Distance: A Waterfowl Identification Guide

"Ducks at a Distance: A Waterfowl Identification Guide" by Bob Hines is a manual useful to hunters and birdwatchers alike, highlighting North American waterfowl using detailed descriptions of many species, categorized into puddle ducks, diving ducks, and geese. The guide breaks down physical characteristics, like size and plumage, behaviors, and flight patterns of each bird, also featuring sections on habitat and migration routes. He stresses the importance of knowing how to properly tell each type of bird apart, so people recognize waterfowl for conservation purposes, identifying endangered species versus birds that are numerous. This thorough breakdown of waterfowl is for anyone who wants to understand each bird so they can advocate for the conservation of these unique species.