A comprehensive photographic field guide to the mammals of Great
Britain and Ireland
Britain's Mammals is a comprehensive and beautifully designed
photographic field guide to all the mammals recorded in the wild in
Great Britain and Ireland in recent times--including marine mammals,
bats and introduced species that have bred. The book features 500
stunning photographs and incorporates invaluable tips and suggestions to
help you track down and identify even the most difficult species.
This easy-to-use book provides an introduction to the different types of
mammal. Concise species accounts focus on identification, and include
up-to-date information on sounds, habitat, food, habits, breeding
behaviour, and population and status, as well as descriptions of key
field signs--including tracks, droppings and nests--that give away the
presence of mammals even when they are out of sight. Guidance is also
provided on ways of studying and observing mammals--including
small-mammal trapping, bat detecting and whale watching. In addition,
the book contains sections on mammal conservation, legislation and
further sources of useful information. Handy and informative, this guide
is the ideal companion for anyone interested in watching mammals in
Great Britain and Ireland.
- Comprehensive coverage of all 126 mammal species recorded
- 500 superb colour photographs carefully selected to show key
identification features
- Up-to-date distribution maps
- Detailed illustrations of tracks, dentition and other identification
features
- Helpful tips for identifying tracks and other signs you may encounter
- Latest information on status, population, distribution and
conservation designations
- Advice on finding and watching mammals
