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RSPB Handbook Of British Birds

£14.99

This handbook of birds covers over 300 of the most common birds in Britain and Ireland. The concise text offers a ‘biography’ of each species in simple, non-technical language, including key information on identification, behaviour and conservation.

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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.

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Additional information

Weight 0.55 kg
Dimensions 21.6 × 13.5 × 2.1 cm
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Cover

Paperback

Pages

320

Language

English

Edition

Fifth edition

Dewey

598.0941 (edition:23)

Readership

General – Trade / Code: K