Joseph Grinnell was a prominent American field biologist and zoologist. He conducted extensive studies on the fauna of California, introducing a groundbreaking method for recording precise field observations, now known as the Grinnell System. He held the position of the first director at the Museum of Vertebrate Zoology at the University of California, Berkeley, from its establishment in 1908 until his passing.
A collection of papers detailing the ornithology of Alaska's Kotzebue Sound region, with observations and studies on a wide variety of bird species by leading conservationists and naturalists.
This classic work from Joseph Grinnell is a comprehensive guide to the distribution of birds in California. The book includes detailed information on the species found in each region of the state, making it an essential resource for birdwatchers and naturalists alike.