This guide provides detailed information for identifying European seabirds in flight. It covers a comprehensive range of species found along European coastlines and waters, offering key identification features visible during flight, such as plumage, wing shape, flight patterns, and silhouette. The book is designed for birdwatchers, ornithologists, and naturalists seeking to accurately identify seabirds in their natural habitat.

This guide is recognized as a valuable resource for birdwatchers and ornithologists focused on European seabirds. Its emphasis on flight identification, a challenging aspect of birdwatching, makes it particularly useful for field use. The detailed illustrations and comprehensive species coverage are frequently cited as strengths, aiding in accurate identification of both common and rare species.