A pocket-sized illustrated guide to birds from around the world, detailing appearance, distribution, size, habitats, feeding and nesting, Includes all the common garden as well as unusual species, such as falcons and finches, ratites and rails, crakes and corvids, A natural history section takes a vivid look at the anatomy, habitats, lifestyle and survival tactics of these extraordinary creatures, Practical tips on fieldcraft and birdwatching will help you to observe and identify many species for yourself, More than 600 fantastic illustrations and photographs