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Pelagic Birds of the North Atlantic: An Identification Guide

Andy Paterson

2012

"This innovative new guide, printed on waterproof paper to withstand the rigours of oceanic trips, gives annotated illustrations of every plumage of every pelagic species, including vagrants, which could be encountered in the North Atlantic, from the Caribbean and Cape Verde Islands right up to the Arctic. In total 56 species are covered, from albatrosses right through to phalaropes."

A Field Guide To The Birds of South-East Asia

Craig Robson

Second edition (paperback)

2011

"This is a reprint of the second edition of this classic field guide, which is the definitive volume on the region's birdlife. This award-winning book, which was first published in 2000, was fully updated in 2008 to include 76 new species for the region that were recent discoveries for science, taxonomic 'splits' or had been recorded there for the first time. This comprehensive field guide to the birds of South-East Asia covers all of the 1,327 species recorded in the region and each has been fully illustrated. Compared to the 2000 edition, the reprint of this 2008 edition has many new artworks and 16 more colour plates, and the text has been meticulously updated to take in all the most recent information. The vast diversity of South-East Asian birdlife attracts increasing numbers of birdwatchers each year. Covering Thailand, Vietnam, Singapore, Peninsular Malaysia, Myanmar, Laos and Cambodia, this unique and indispensable guide covers in detail the identification, voice, breeding, status, habitat and distribution of all the species and distinctive subspecies of the region."

New Holland Concise Bird Guide

2010

"This beautifully illustrated mini field guide is packed with information on the birds of Britain and the near Continent. It covers more than 250 species, which are illustrated with superb full-colour artworks that show - where relevant - variations in plumage, for example for male, female and juvenile birds, and breeding and non-breeding birds. A concise written account covering size, description, voice, habitat, distribution and habits appears on the same page. The easy-to-follow layouts and superb artworks aid quick and accurate identification, and make this book an indispensable reference in the field as well as at home. It is compact enough to fit in the pocket, yet packed with essential information for the nature enthusiast. To protect it against the elements in the field, the book is wrapped in a durable plastic wallet. Also included is a foldout insert illustrating such topics as variations in plumage in flying birds of different species."

A Field Guide To The Birds of Borneo

Susan Myers

New Holland

2009

"A Field Guide to the Birds of Borneo is the first comprehensive and accurate guide to the varied avifauna of this island biodiversity hot-spot, which comprises Brunei, the Malaysian states of Sabah and Sarawak, and the Indonesian states of Kalimantan. More than 630 bird species have been recorded in Borneo and, using the most up-to-date taxonomy and nomenclature, the guide includes all recently split species and also gives full coverage to the distinctive Bornean races where they differ from their counterparts on neighbouring islands or in mainland South-East Asia. Borneo is of particular ecological significance; the unique combination of its tropical latitude and the relief of the land, which includes high mountains and rainforests, has created many isolated micro-habitats which have enabled a remarkable number of different species of birds to evolve, many of which are endemic to the island. Every species recorded is described in detail with key identification characteristics and habitat information given, plus a colour distribution map. All species are illustrated in the 246-page full-colour ID section, with paintings by the same expert team of artists who worked on New Holland's celebrated A Field Guide to the Birds of South-East Asia."

A Field Guide To The Birds of South-East Asia

Craig Robson

Second edition

2009

"This fully updated edition of the award-winning A Field Guide to the Birds of South-East Asia includes more than 20 new species for the region which are recent discoveries, taxonomic 'splits' or have been recorded there for the first time. There are many new artworks and this edition has 16 more colour plates than the original, meaning fewer species per plate and therefore larger images of each species. The text has also been meticulously updated to take in the latest information on each species. The vast diversity of South-East Asian birdlife attracts increasing numbers of birdwatchers each year. This comprehensive field guide to the region covers all of the 1,300 species recorded there and each has been fully illustrated. Covering Thailand, Vietnam, Singapore, Peninsular Malaysia, Thailand, Laos and Cambodia, this unique and indispensable guide covers in detail the identification, voice, breeding, status, habitat and distribution of all the species and distinctive subspecies of the region."

European Bird Guide

Peter H. Barthel, Paschalis Dougalis

2008

"This comprehensive field guide covers more than 500 bird species, including all those that commonly breed, pass through or winter in Britain and Europe, plus a number of regular vagrants. It has 70 beautifully illustrated and very accurate full-page colour plates illustrating a variety of plumages and poses for most species. In total the book contains 1,700 bird images. The concise text is packed with essential information on the identification, calls, distribution and status of each species and the account for each species is on the page opposite its illustration. There is a distribution map for most species.The book's combination of authority and portability make it an essential field companion for any European birdwatcher. It is more up-to-date than its nearest competitors and includes the latest taxonomic 'splits' such as Caspian Gull, Yelkouan Shearwater, Balearic Warbler and Iberian Green Woodpecker. In addition it is less expensive and much more portable than these other titles, being lighter and more pocket-sized. The introduction includes an overview of bird families, while there is a section on birdsong at the end of the book."

Birds of South-East Asia

Craig Robson

New Holland

2005

"This concise edition of the award-winning field guide is both portable and compact, making the book accessible and key species easier to locate. With 142 colour plates, author Craig Robson details the plumage v ariations of over 1250 bird species found in South-east Asia and Thailand."

The Birdwatcher's Pocket Field Guide to Birds of Parks and Gardens

Mark Golley

New Holland Publishers

2004

"With comprehensive and informative, jargon-free text, written by birdwatching expert Mark Golley, this book is packed with identification tips, details of habitat and calls for over 80 bird species - all those seen regularly around Britain and Ireland as well as some of the less common migrants."

A Field Guide to the Birds of Britain and Ireland by Habitat

Mark Golley, Dave Daly

2004

A guide describing just under 300 species organised by habitat for ease of use. The text includes identification tips, details of habitat and calls for over 280 bird species. It is illustrated with over 1000 spectacular, full-colour illustrations by Dave Daly.

Birds of Britain and Europe: Photographic Field Guide

Jim Flegg and David Hosking

2002

"This comprehensive guide identifies, describes and illustrates over 430 bird species likely to be encountered in Britain and Europe. The introduction offers information on all aspects of birdwatching including bird biology; major types of habitat; field craft and equipment; and conservation. The main body of the book provides full details of the birds' distinctive features and plumage, behaviour, calls and song and habitat. The description of each species is accompanied by a colour photograph and colour-coded maps show the areas where the birds are found at certain times of the year."

The Wildlife Trusts Guide to Birds

David Daly

2002

An identification guide covering nearly 130 of the most commonly encountered bird species in Britain and Northern Europe. Illustrated with nearly 130 detailed colour artworks and accompanied by accessible yet informed text.

A Field Guide To The Birds of Thailand

Craig Robson

2002

"Thailand continues to attract increasing numbers of birdwatchers on a regular basis who appreciate its vast diversity of bird life. This guide has colour artworks and location maps for all of the almost 1000 species covered. It details the identification, voice, breeding, status, habitat and distribution of all the distinctive species and subspecies of the region."

Green Guide to Birds of Britain and Europe

Jim Flegg

2001

"Aimed at both the general reader and the amateur naturalist, this guide offers a wealth of information on observing and identifying 150 of the most commonly encountered bird species in Britain and Europe. Each bird has a detailed description of its plumage, behaviour, calls and habitat."

Bill Oddie's Birds of Britain and Ireland

Bill Oddie

1998

"In this beginner's field guide, Oddie shows birdwatchers how to identify a wide variety of British birds - including over 200 common types as well as a further 55 species which are generally considered to be fairly rare in Britain."

Field Guide To The Birds of Britain and Europe

Jim Flegg

New Holland

1990

"One of a series of field guides, this volume deals with the birds of Britain and Europe. The book provides photographs of over 430 species in typical stances, and additional photos depict plumage variations and birds in flight or at the nest. Information on birdwatching is also given."