The Field Guide to Dumb Birds of North America – Funny Bird Book by Matt Kracht
Birds: beautiful creatures or backyard nuisances? In The Field Guide to Dumb Birds of North America, bestselling author and illustrator Matt Kracht hilariously makes the case for the latter. This irreverent illustrated guide takes a sarcastic look at 50 common North American birds, making it the perfect read for bird lovers with a sense of humor and anyone who has ever been annoyed by a particularly loud or pushy feathered visitor.
Featuring snarky commentary, humorous ink drawings, and ridiculous nicknames for familiar birds, this isn't your typical birdwatching guide. Meet the White-Breasted Butt Nugget (the White-Breasted Nuthatch) and the infamous Goddamned Canada Goose, while discovering exactly what makes each bird so deserving of the author's playful criticism.
Beneath the irreverent humor, you'll also find birding tips, migratory maps, information about bird calls and markings, and musings on birdwatching and avian behavior. It's an entertaining twist on traditional nature guides that might just change the way you look at the birds outside your window.
A national bestseller and fan favorite featured on The Today Show, this laugh-out-loud book makes a memorable gift for birdwatchers, nature enthusiasts, and anyone who appreciates a little sarcasm with their science. Display it on a coffee table, bring it out for a laugh, or give it to the person who has a complicated relationship with the birds in their backyard.
Why You’ll Love It
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50 birds to poke fun at: Explore common North American birds through Matt Kracht's hilariously sarcastic commentary.
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Ridiculous bird nicknames: Familiar feathered friends get irreverent new names and plenty of attitude.
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Funny illustrations: Humorous ink drawings bring each bird's supposedly terrible qualities to life.
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More than just laughs: Includes birding tips, migratory maps, and information about bird calls, markings, and behavior.
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A bestselling favorite: A national bestseller and a fun spoof of traditional bird identification guides.
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The perfect quirky gift: Great for bird lovers, backyard birdwatchers, nature enthusiasts, and people who think birds are a little overrated.
Product Details
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Title: The Field Guide to Dumb Birds of North America
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Author and Illustrator: Matt Kracht
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Subject: North American birds and birdwatching humor
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Birds Featured: 50 common North American birds
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Illustrations: Humorous ink drawings
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Includes: Birding tips, migratory maps, and information about bird calls, markings, and behavior
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Tone: Sarcastic, irreverent, humorous, and profane
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Ideal For: Birdwatchers, nature lovers, backyard bird enthusiasts, and fans of quirky humor
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Gift Occasions: Birthdays, holidays, Mother's Day, Father's Day, retirement, and gifts for bird lovers
FAQ
What is The Field Guide to Dumb Birds of North America about?
Written and illustrated by Matt Kracht, this humorous bird guide pokes fun at 50 common North American birds with sarcastic commentary, silly nicknames, and funny illustrations, alongside birding tips and information about bird behavior.
Is this a real bird identification guide?
It includes useful bird-related information such as birding tips, migratory maps, and details about calls, markings, and migration patterns. However, its main appeal is its irreverent humor and playful take on traditional field guides.
Who wrote The Field Guide to Dumb Birds of North America?
Matt Kracht is the author and illustrator. He is known for the Field Guide to Dumb Birds series and his humorous approach to nature and everyday absurdities.
Is this book appropriate for children?
The book contains profane language and irreverent adult humor, so it is generally better suited to older readers and adults than to young children.
Is The Field Guide to Dumb Birds of North America a good gift?
Absolutely! It's a fun, unexpected gift for birdwatchers, nature enthusiasts, bird-obsessed family members, and anyone who enjoys sarcastic humor. It also makes a great coffee table book or conversation starter.
What kinds of birds are featured in the book?
The guide covers 50 common North American birds, including familiar backyard birds and species such as the Canada Goose and White-Breasted Nuthatch, all presented with the author's signature humor.
Are there other books in the Field Guide to Dumb Birds series?
Yes. Matt Kracht has also written The Field Guide to Dumb Birds of the Whole Stupid World, A Dumb Birds Field Guide to the Worst Birds Ever, and The Big Dumb Bird Journal.
