A Naturalist's Guide to the Birds of Britain and Northern Europe

(Paperback, 3rd edition)

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A Naturalist's Guide to the Birds of Britain & Northern Europe is an easy-to-use identification guide to 280 bird species most commonly seen in Britain and North-West Europe that is perfect for amateur naturalists. High quality photographs from Britain's top nature photographers are accompanied by detailed species descriptions, which include common and scientific name, length, distribution and habitat. The user-friendly introduction covers geography, climate, habitats, bird identification and where to watch birds, as well as a glossary. This third edition contains updated taxonomy and species records.

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Peter Goodfellow is a retired school teacher and lifelong birdwatcher. He is
a past Chairman of Devon Birdwatching and Preservation Society, and is regularly involved with BTO surveys. His previous publications include the AA Illustrated Birds of Britain & Europe and Identification Guide to the Birds of Britain and Northern Europe (John Beaufoy Publishing).

Paul Sterry is one of the UK's leading wildlife and natural history photographers, with more than 40 highly successful books to his name. Originally trained as a biologist, he uses his knowledge of natural history and ecology to take images that depict wildlife in a natural context and celebrate its beauty.