The Stories, Science, and History of Birds with Smithsonian Biologist Jay Falk

The Stories, Science, and History of Birds with Smithsonian Biologist Jay Falk

Birds are dinosaurs whose history goes back millions of years. Our fascination with them runs deep, and our close association is reflected in creation stories, myths, legends, songs, and children's stories. The Smithsonian book The Bird Book: The Stories, Science, and History of Birds explores both the natural history of birds and that deep cultural connection, from their evolution and anatomy to their behavior and diversity. Packed with information, beautiful photography, and illustrations, The Bird Book is a must-have for nature enthusiasts. 

Dr. Jay Jinsing Falk is a Postdoctoral Fellow at the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute and the University of Colorado. He is an evolutionary biologist and behavioral ecologist fascinated by the diversity that can be found within species. After completing his PhD at Cornell University, he moved to the University of Washington to study hummingbird movement and metabolism. Now at the University of Colorado, he is investigating the genetics and development of feather coloration.

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