Finding all the birds in Texas can be a lifetime pursuit. *Basic Texas Birds* , an easy-to-use field guide, will help you identify over 180 species of birds that are found across the state, including a selection of the rarer Texas specialties that draw birders to Texas from around the world. These are the birds that form the basis of a birder’s life list for Texas. *Basic Texas Birds* is organized by bird families to aid in identifying any bird you see in the wild. It is loaded with resources, including: * 200 full-color, close-up photos of the birds * State-of-the-art range maps—the most accurate of any currently available—that show each species’ distribution within the state * Up-to-date species accounts that provide a wealth of current and historical information, including each bird’s appearance, habitat, status, and distribution, and that also identify similar species * A glossary of terms used in bird identification * A list of selected readings for learning more about birds found in Texas * The Texas Ornithological Society’s list of birds documented in Texas Much more convenient for identifying common birds than a comprehensive state or national field guide, *Basic Texas Birds* is a must-have resource for both beginning and experienced birders.