Wildlife: birds and birdwatching: general interest

Pipits and Wagtails is the first comprehensive guide to all the species and subspecies that occur in Europe, Asia, North Africa and North America.

ONE OF THE GUARDIAN'S BEST NATURE BOOKS OF 2020SHORTLISTED FOR THE RICHARD JEFFERIES SOCIETY & WHITE HORSE BOOKSHOP LITERARY PRIZE'Lovely: full of fascinating detail and anecdote, but the undertow of the virus moving in real time beneath its sunlit surface gives it a unique emotional heft.

The Mascarene islands in the southern Indian Ocean - Mauritius, R union and Rodrigues - were once home to an extraordinary range of birds and reptiles.

What is it like to be a swift, flying at over one hundred kilometres an hour?

Tracing the magico-religious beliefs surrounding birds as far back in time as is possible, to the cultures in which these beliefs arose.

An acknowledged classic of narrative nature-writing, Donald Watson's The Hen Harrier was the culmination of a lifetime's study of this beautiful upland bird.

This book brings together scientific evidence and experience relevant to the practical conservation of wild birds.

This book considers the natural history and cultural symbolism of a most unusual woodpecker - a species that neither excavates nest holes in trees, nor bores into wood to find insect prey.

Clive Finlayson, a native of the Rock and a trained ornithologist, presents a fascinating account of this region and its resident and transitory bird life.

Birds are all around usbuilding nests for their eggs, perching on a nearby tree branch, floating freely on a breath of wind.

In the classic monograph mould, this study of Tyto alba is the product of almost 40 years field work by its authors and complementary observations by other dedicated ornithologists in Britain, the USA and Europe.

Brenda Cox recounts her remarkable relationship with Ichabod, a female bald eagle.

Drawn from Paradise is David Attenborough's journey through the cultural history of the birds of paradise, one of the most exquisite and extravagant, colourful and intriguing families of birds.

Featuring updated data for this second edition, this is a field guide
to the tracks and signs of European birds.

'The knockings of autumn are making themselves heard in the rustle of the leaves and whistle of the chilly wind.

From the bestselling author of The Robin, The Wren and The Twelve Birds of Christmas.

Have the world in your hands with these compact, illustrated natural history guidesFrom the black swan to the ruby-throated hummingbird, leaf through Nature Guide Birds of the World, a beautiful guide profiling the world's most amazing bird species.

Birds is a beautiful introduction to 75 diverse species of birds, filled full of facts on biology and lifestyle, as well as stunning illustrations.

The story behind the major motion picture from Disneystarring Chris Pine, Eric Bana, and Casey Affleckwritten by a recognized master of the genre';a blockbuster account of tragedy at sea' (The Providence Journal).

This is a much-needed and authoritative account of Common Buzzards gained from extensive studies by the author over 60 years and also from enthusiasts in this country and across northern Europe.

Who knew that crows are second only to humans as toolmakers and tool users, that they have complex family lives not unlike our own, and that their vocalizations resemble human languages?

The second book in the series of comprehensive guidebooks to birdwatching destinations in Australia.

'A joyful, poetic hymn to spring.

Writer and photographer, Seton Gordon, wrote 27 books over a period of several decades and most of these focused on the landscape and wildlife of the Highlands.

'A revelation for anyone with the slightest interest in the feathered friends visiting their gardens' - Garden NewsYou don't have to be a dedicated birdwatcher to be a bird lover.

'A beautiful book' Tim Birkhead, author of Bird Sense'The prose is sublime, and so is the intelligence behind it' Bel Mooney, Daily MailThe extraordinary world of birds has the power to change lives, as it did the author's.

A glorious celebration of the seasons and the simple pleasures of walking from the archives of the National Trust.

Ospreys are one of our best known and best loved birds and the name Roy Dennis is not only synonymous with the successful return of the osprey to Scotland, but is also renowned for his international work with a variety of species.

This is a much-needed update on a pioneering reintroduction project and its much-celebrated success.

An authoritative pocket guide to the birds of Spain,

From rollers to bee-eaters, bustards and coursers to larks, nightjars, buntings and wallcreepers, Spain is recognised as one of Europe's top destinations for birdwatching.

An authoritative pocket guide on the birds of Java, Sumatra and BaliThis compact, easy-to-use bird identification guide is suitable for any birdwatcher visiting the Indonesian islands of Java, Sumatra and Bali.

An authoritative pocket guide to the birds of ThailandThailand is one of Asia's leading tourist destinations and a treasure trove for anyone interested in wildlife.

An authoritative pocket guide to the birds of Italy.

An authoritative pocket guide to the birds of ThailandThailand is one of Asia's leading tourist destinations and a treasure trove for anyone interested in wildlife.

An authoritative pocket guide on the birds of Java, Sumatra and BaliThis compact, easy-to-use bird identification guide is suitable for any birdwatcher visiting the Indonesian islands of Java, Sumatra and Bali.

Optimised for devices with colour screens.

For millennia, we have tried to explain ourselves using the raven as a symbol.

American scientist and author Rachel Carson is said to have sparked the modern day environmental movement with the publication of Silent Spring in 1962.

Have you ever wondered what 'our' birds get up to when they're not pinching our peanuts, pilfering our pyracantha berries or nesting under the eaves of our homes?

ONE OF 2015'S BOOKS OF THE YEAR IN THE TIMES AND THE MAIL ON SUNDAY.

The motivational story of David Lindo's experiences with birding in the cityAnyone can become an Urban Birder.

From renowned National Wildlife Federation naturalist and TV host David Mizejewski comes a new book to show you how to create a magical ecosystem right in your backyard!

The perfect companion for the safari enthusiast, this complete traveller's guide to the wildlife of Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, South Africa and Malawi is a must-have for all those considering a trip to the game reserves of this highly popular region.

Birds of Alaska is a field guide to the most common and sought-after species in the state.

Falcon Field Guides[TM] are full-color, visually appealing, on-the-go guides for identifying plants and animals and learning about nature.

Each Falcon Field Guide to birds introduces the most common and sought-after species in a state.

When award-winning writer and biologist Bernd Heinrich became the unwitting -- but doting -- foster parent of an adorable gosling named Peep, he was drawn into her world.