This beautifully illustrated mini field guide is packed with information
on the coastal birds of Britain and the near Continent. It covers more
than 170 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, 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.
Renowned natural history artists Richard Allen, David Daly, Szabolc
Kokay, Dan Cole and Stephen Message painted the artworks.