The Hummingbird Handbook

A must-have guide for anyone who wants to attract, understand, and protect hummingbirds.

In The Hummingbird Handbook, lifelong birder John Shewey shares practical advice and deep appreciation for some of nature’s most captivating birds. From choosing and maintaining feeders to selecting plants and designing landscapes that invite hummingbirds in, this guide helps readers create spaces alive with the soft hum of beating wings.

An easy-to-use identification section makes it simple to recognize hummingbirds in the wild, featuring stunning photographs, detailed descriptions of plumage variations, and range maps that show habitats and migration patterns. Along the way, Shewey weaves in fascinating facts, historical notes, and engaging anecdotes that capture why hummingbirds inspire such devotion among bird lovers.

Informative, accessible, and filled with wonder, The Hummingbird Handbook is both a practical resource and a joyful celebration of these remarkable birds.

Perfect for: hummingbird enthusiasts, birders, native plant gardeners, wildlife lovers, and anyone hoping to make their garden a welcoming place for hummingbirds.