Author: Peter HoldenPublisher: A&C Black
ISBN: 1408112329
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 257
Book Description
A compact and superbly illustrated reference for Scottish birds covering the 240 most common species in detail.
RSPB Handbook of Scottish Birds
Author: Peter HoldenPublisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 147292729X
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 897
Book Description
The definitive handbook on Scottish bird species This is a fully updated second edition of 2009's well reviewed RSPB Handbook of Scottish Birds detailing Scotland's rich birdlife. Over 250 species are covered in detail with one page per species, including Gaelic names newly added for this edition. The detailed distribution maps have been fully updated and show when birds are breeding, wintering or on migration. More than a thousand superb colour illustrations by some of the world's leading bird artists have been integrated into the text for easy reference at home or in the field. Each detailed species account includes information on identification, voice, habits, habitat, food, breeding ecology, seasonal movements, population and conservation.
Where to Watch Birds in Scotland
Author: Mike MaddersPublisher: Christopher Helm Publishers, Incorporated
ISBN: 9780713656930
Category : Bird watching
Languages : en
Pages : 297
Book Description
This bird-finding guide is a reference to the best birding sites of Scotland. Each site is described in terms of the nature of the habitat, the species likely to be observed, the recommended timings for visits to get the best from the site, and a calendar showing which species are found in the various seasons. The site accounts also mention other interesting wildlife that may be encountered - for example, Scotland is home to some of Britain's most enigmatic mammal species.
Scottish Birds
Author: Valerie ThomPublisher: Collins
ISBN:
Category : Bird watching
Languages : en
Pages : 260
Book Description
This text gives a guide to over 180 species of birds found throughout Scotland. It gives a comprehensive description plus the bird's English, Latin and Gaelic names with a listing of over 70 of the best sites for bird-watching.
Bird Migration
Author: Peter BertholdPublisher:
ISBN: 9780198507871
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 276
Book Description
Ten years have passed since the first edition of this book. During that time the field of bird migration has experienced many advances which are reflected in this second edition. No other book exists to bring together the vast amount of information currently available on the subject of bird migration. Includes discussion of evolution and history of bird migration, physiology, orientation mechanisms and threats to migrations and is accessible to experts as well as amateurs.
RSPB Pocket Guide to British Birds
Author: Simon HarrapPublisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 1472932293
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 226
Book Description
A compact, lightweight and informative guide to 215 of the UK's most common birds. Featuring 950 colour illustrations and 215 up-to-date colour distribution maps, this new edition of RSPB Pocket Guide to British Birds showcases 215 bird species regularly seen in the UK. Each species is illustrated in all distinct plumage forms likely to be observed in the wild, and includes concise and succinct descriptions, with details on identification, calls and song, habitat, distribution and behaviour. Along with helpful distribution maps, the species accounts also feature confusion species, with their most important and easily noted differences described. Portable and easy-to-use, RSPB Pocket Guide to British Birds is the perfect guide for use in the field.
Author: Valerie ThomRSPB Pocket Birds of Britain and Europe
Author: DKPublisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd
ISBN: 0241302781
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 226
Book Description
This easy-to-use RSPB companion to European and British birds is the ideal field e-guide for novice birdwatchers and experienced birders alike. From frequently seen garden birds to some of the more elusive birds of prey, discover over 300 species of bird found in the UK and Europe with RSPB Pocket Birds of Britain and Europe. Learn all about them from their calls and feeding behaviour, nesting habits and habitats, and differences in plumage. Crystal clear photographs bring the birds on the page to life, and notes on distinguishing features will help you identify different species of bird wherever you spot them. Maps show where and when you're likely to see each species, further aiding identification. This new edition also includes a web link, where you can hear common bird songs and calls to make identification even easier. This handy ebook is perfectly portable, making RSPB Pocket Birds of Britain and Europe the perfect companion for taking out in the field.
Britain's Birds
Author: Rob HumePublisher: Princeton University Press
ISBN: 0691199795
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 576
Book Description
A new, improved and thoroughly updated edition of the bestselling photographic guide—the only one to cover every bird, in every plumage, ever recorded in Britain and Ireland A bestselling guide since it was first published, Britain's Birds has quickly established itself as the go-to photographic identification guide to the birds of Great Britain and Ireland—the most comprehensive, up-to-date, practical and user-friendly book of its kind. Acclaimed by birdwatchers of all kinds, from the beginner to the most experienced, the guide has now been thoroughly revised and updated to make it even better than before. Combining the finest of identification guide content and presentation, this eagerly awaited second edition preserves the best of the first edition while covering twelve newly recorded species and offering a host of improvements that make identification easier. Provides comprehensive coverage of all the birds ever recorded in Britain and Ireland Describes and illustrates all plumages likely to be encountered Features more than 3,200 stunning photographs carefully selected to show the birds as you really see them Outlines simple steps to help you identify any bird you see Presents simple and accurate comparisons of similar and difficult species New features include: Coverage of 12 new species recorded since the first edition plus revisions to reflect the latest taxonomy Coverage of all subspecies Improved identification aids, including more than 400 new photos, enhanced photo annotations and many redesigned plates Fully revised species accounts, including the latest information on identification features, status, numbers, geographical range and date ranges for all plumages that may be seen during only part of the year
RSPB Handbook of British Birds
Author: Peter HoldenPublisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 1472980115
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 321
Book Description
The bestselling RSPB Handbook of British Birds is the most comprehensive reference for birdwatchers of all levels of interest and experience. Now in its fifth edition, it remains the most accessible field guide to more than 300 bird species likely to be encountered in Britain and Ireland. Alongside artworks depicting all common plumages, the detailed text describes each bird's behaviour, habitat, voice, breeding biology, longevity and seasonal movements, as well as other useful information. The guide also includes UK population trends and up-to-date distribution maps. Completely revised and updated, this fifth edition also features new artwork and comparison spreads, additional rarities and the most recent taxonomic order, as well as each species' conservation status, a summary of the threats UK species are currently facing and details of what conservationists are doing to help. A new lay-flat binding has also been used, creating easier access to the species accounts at home or in the field.
