Birds of the Chesapeake Bay is a well written, accessible guide written and collated by Howard Youth & Gemma Radko. Released 31st March 2026 by Hachette on their Timber Press imprint, it's 320 pages and is available in paperback and ebook formats.
A general introduction, covering the area and local features is followed by a broad chapter on bird families. The bulk of the book contains chapters for each local bird family, further split into field characteristics and distinct local species. The book is full color throughout, logically arranged, and each family has info on genus, habitat, vocalizations, and other ID info.
The authors/publisher have included a number of resources and links in the appendices including popular (and less popular/crowded) sites and organizations for social birding and ornithological info. There's a humorous, casual, welcoming vibe throughout.
Five stars. This is a good guide, and would be an excellent choice for public or school library acquisition, for home use, or for birding/activity groups.
Disclosure: I received an ARC at no cost from the author/publisher for review purposes.
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