Illustrated Guide to Birds That Sound Like Insults

By: Brass Monkey

Published by Galison, 2026-02-17

GUIDE BOOK - Birds are beautiful majestic creatures--that happen to have names better suited for that guy who just cut you off in traffic. Features 160 pages, with illustrations and fun facts about all 75 birds. Hard-bound, debossed artwork cover. Impress people with both bird knowledge and witty comebacks. It's a bird guide disguised as comedy gold!<br> <br> <br> <br> BOOK INCLUDES - Inside you'll find a comprehensive, illustrated guide to 75 of our species--based solely on how well their names roll off our tongues when we're mad. These are real birds by the way, which really makes you wonder what was going on the day they named 'roufous-rumped seedeater.' Geez, take it down a notch.<br> <br> <br> <br> EDUCATIONAL - The Illustrated Guide to Birds That Sound Like Insults introduces readers to real bird species they might not have known about, all while teaching fun facts about their habitats, behaviors, and characteristics. You'll learn that the booby isn't just a funny name--it's a fascinating seabird with incredible diving skills. Plus, it's a great way to sneak some ornithology into your life without feeling like you're studying.<br> <br> <br> <br> GIFT IT UP - "An Illustrated Guide to Birds that Sound like Insults" makes a fantastic gift because it combines the joy of birdwatching with the fun of sounding incredibly rude--without actually being rude! It's the perfect way to casually drop lines like, "You're such a magpie!" or "Stop being a jackdaw!" and watch people wonder if they've just been insulted or complimented. With quirky illustrations and bird names that sound like insults (looking at you, booby), it's ideal for anyone who enjoys a good laugh, wildlife, and pretending to be a sarcastic bird expert at the same time!<br> <br> Brass Monkey - We're here to turn the things that people didn't know they wanted into the things that they can't live without. At Brass Monkey, we make well designed product that just happen to have a great sense of humor. If you want to have a few drinks and laugh about stupid stuff- well our gifts and games are right up your alley.