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An intermediate guide providing a unique combination of identification artwork with photographs and sketches illustrating bird behaviour. Each spread is designed to show similar-looking species together for easy identification. But as well as being easy to use, it is completely comprehensive, with detailed identification illustrations showing the male, female and juvenile plumages for every species. Alongside the artwork for each species, a colour map shows breeding and wintering locations, so you know when and where you're likely to see it. There are also clear voice descriptions of songs and calls. Species are arranged into their families are accompanied by 'notebook' pages describing and illustrating habitats, breeding and feeding behaviour and flight patterns.
This guide addresses the challenge of accurately identifying British bird species by integrating visual data with behavioral context. Dominic Couzens, an established ornithological author, utilizes a structured comparative framework to assist observers in distinguishing between similar-looking species. The text synthesizes photographic evidence, detailed anatomical illustrations, and geographical distribution data to provide a comprehensive reference for field use.
What You Will Find
The book is regarded as a practical, high-density reference tool suitable for both amateur birdwatchers and serious ornithological enthusiasts. Its systematic organization and focus on comparative identification make it a reliable resource for field observation.
Page Count:
256
Publication Date:
2005-04-01
Publisher:
HarperCollins UK
ISBN-10:
0007199228
ISBN-13:
9780007199228
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