Dragonflies Through Binoculars: — A Field Guide T...
: Beyond identification, Dunkle provides practical advice for beginners and experts alike on Amazon, including: Choosing the right binoculars for viewing insects. Tips for finding and photographing dragonflies. Explanations of mating rituals and other natural history. Expert and User Perspectives
Reviewers from publications like Birding Business and Choice have praised the book as a "must-have" and a "monumental achievement," noting that Sidney Dunkle—often called "Mr. Dragonfly" in the U.S.—fills a major gap for North American naturalists. Dragonflies through Binoculars: A Field Guide t...
: Each species is given a complete written profile including identification marks, similar species for comparison, habitat preferences, and seasonal flight periods. : The book covers all 307 species of
: The book covers all 307 species of dragonflies found in the United States and Canada. It notably focuses strictly on dragonflies and does not include damselflies. written by Sidney W.
, written by Sidney W. Dunkle and published by Oxford University Press in 2000, was a groundbreaking resource that treated dragonflies as "watchable" wildlife, similar to birds and butterflies. Key Features of the Guide
The guide is available in paperback from several online retailers: