This concise and definitive guide presents all 45 bat species that
regularly occur in Europe (of which 17 are known to breed in the British
Isles). The extensive introduction details the remarkable biology of
bats and explores the latest findings in bat evolution, behaviour and
echolocation.
This is followed by in-depth species accounts covering life history,
conservation status and identification, including echolocation
characteristics, and complemented by accurate distribution maps, with
the book illustrated throughout with superb colour photography.
Suitable for beginners, students, professionals or conservationists
alike, Bats of Britain and Europe is the authoritative field guide for
bat watchers - an essential reference for every bat enthusiast.
- Allows identification of families, genera and where possible species
of all European bats
- Illustrated throughout with almost 700 colour photographs
- Packed with information on bat behaviour, ecology and conservation