At Water's Edge: The Birds of Florida

By two longtime Floridians, a beautiful hand-illustrated guide to Florida’s many birds and their habitats. Award-winning artists Roger Bansemer and Bill Renc capture these creatures in detailed watercolor portraits and familiar descriptions. From beaches to mangroves to swamps, you’ll learn more about Florida’s habitats and the charismatic birds that call them home.
Featuring more than 150 paintings of over 60 birds, each page contains profiles that describe the birds’ habitat, personality, distinctive calls, and identifying marks. An additional section with commentary and full-spread illustrations of common types of habitat makes this essential reading for anyone wanting a deeper familiarity with Florida’s natural environment.
As the authors put it, this charming guide is an ode to “the majesty and wonderment of these treasures at water’s edge.”