Birding Hot Spots of Central New Mexico: A Comprehensive Guide to Discovering the Avian Wonders of the Region Birding Hot Spots of Central New Mexico is a comprehensive guidebook that offers a detailed exploration of the diverse wildlife habitats and birdwatching opportunities in and around Albuquerque, New Mexico. Written by two experienced birders, Judith Liddell and Barbara Hussey, this book provides a wealth of information on the best places to find birds in the region, including maps, photographs, trail diagrams, and images of some of the birds and scenery that birders are likely to encounter. With twenty-nine geographically organized site descriptions, the authors provide a thorough understanding of each area, listing target birds, explaining where and when to look for them, and offering valuable tips on how to make the most of your birding experience. The book covers a range of habitats, from pine forests to desert scrub, alpine meadows to riparian wetlands, and includes information on the Rio Grande corridor, the Sandia and Manzano Mountains, Petroglyph National Monument, and preserved areas and wetlands south of Albuquerque.

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