This is the first comprehensive guide to the unique wildlife of the Galápagos, encompassing the birds, mammals, and reptiles a visitor to these extraordinary islands might encounter. The innovative, simple-to-use format of the pocket-sized volume will help beginners and experts alike to identify with confidence the striking and charismatic Galápagos fauna. 
Highlighting the differences between similar species, the guide focuses on the key identification features of each. Information on the status, habitat preferences, breeding seasons, and significant behavioral characteristics is provided for each species, along with 78 distribution maps for all resident species. Fifty-three remarkable color plates compiled from a composite of 500 photographic images and 20 illustrations depict virtually every bird, mammal, and reptile ever recorded on the Galápagos.

Birds, Mammals, and Reptiles of the Galápagos Islands: An Identification Guide

Science & Math

Swash, Andy

Still, Rob

Biological Sciences

Yale University Press

This is the first comprehensive guide to the unique wildlife of the Galápagos, encompassing the birds, mammals, and reptiles a visitor to these extraordinary islands might encounter. The innovative, simple-to-use format of the pocket-sized volume will help beginners and experts alike to identify with confidence the striking and charismatic Galápagos fauna. Highlighting the differences between similar species, the guide focuses on the key identification features of each. Information on the status, habitat preferences, breeding seasons, and significant behavioral characteristics is provided for each species, along with 78 distribution maps for all resident species. Fifty-three remarkable color plates compiled from a composite of 500 photographic images and 20 illustrations depict virtually every bird, mammal, and reptile ever recorded on the Galápagos.

This illustrated book vividly depicts the most endangered birds in the world and provides the latest information on the threats each species faces and the measures being taken to save them. Today, 571 bird species are classified as critically endangered or endangered, and a further four now exist only in captivity. This landmark book features stunning photographs of 500 of these species--the results of a prestigious international photographic competition organized specifically for this book. It also showcases paintings by acclaimed wildlife artist Tomasz Cofta of the 75 species for which no photos are known to exist.
 The World's Rarest Birds has introductory chapters that explain the threats to birds, the ways threat categories are applied, and the distinction between threat and rarity. The book is divided into seven regional sections--Europe and the Middle East; Africa and Madagascar; Asia; Australasia; Oceanic Islands; North America, Central America, and the Caribbean; and South America. Each section includes an illustrated directory to the bird species under threat there, and gives a concise description of distribution, status, population, key threats, and conservation needs. This one-of-a-kind book also provides coverage of 62 data-deficient species.

The World's Rarest Birds (WILDGuides)

Still, Robert

Hirschfeld, Erik

Nature & Ecology

Princeton University Press

Britain's Mammals is a comprehensive and beautifully designed photographic field guide to all the mammals recorded in the wild in Britain and Ireland in recent times―including marine mammals, bats and introduced species that have bred. The book features hundreds of 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. In addition, guidance is provided on ways of studying and observing mammals―including small-mammal trapping, bat detecting and whale watching―as well as 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 Britain and Ireland.Comprehensive coverage of every mammal recorded in Britain and Ireland500 superb colour photographs carefully selected to show key identification featuresUp-to-date distribution mapsDetailed illustrations of tracks, dentition and other identification featuresHelpful tips for identifying tracks and other signs you may find in the fieldLatest information on status, population, distribution and conservation designationsAdvice on finding and watching mammals

Britain's Mammals: A Field Guide to the Mammals of Britain and Ireland (WILDGuides of Britain & Europe, 20)

Couzens, Dominic

Dunn, Jon

This concise photographic field guide will help you identify any of the 100 or so day-flying moths found in Britain and Ireland. Combining stunning photographs, authoritative text, and an easy-to-use design, this book makes a perfect traveling companion--one that will increase your enjoyment of these colorful and intriguing creatures. Like butterflies, some moths fly regularly in sunshine, whereas others that usually fly only at night are readily disturbed from their resting places during the day. This guide describes all of these species, with at least one photograph of each in its natural, resting pose. The text includes a brief description of each moth, with details of its life history, where and when to look for it, its status, the food plants of its caterpillars, and its special features. Introductory sections cover many topics, including how to distinguish moths from butterflies; classification; life cycle and behavior; ecological importance; the impact of habitat and climate change; recording and monitoring; and conservation.  Individual accounts for some 100 species  Stunning photographs of every moth, as you see them  Attractive, easy-to-use, and accessible design

Britain's Day-flying Moths: A Field Guide to the Day-flying Moths of Britain and Ireland (WILDGuides of Britain & Europe, 11)

Newland, David

A photographic guide to habitats, this lavishly illustrated book provides a comprehensive overview of the natural history and conservation landscape of Britain and Ireland. In essence a field guide, the book leads the reader through all the main habitat types, with information on their characteristics, extent, geographical variation, key species, cultural importance, origins and conservation. It aims to help visitors to the countryside recognize the habitats around them, understand how they have evolved and what makes them special, and imagine how they might change in the future.
This book is the perfect companion for anyone travelling in Britain and Ireland, and essential reading for all wildlife enthusiasts, professional ecologists and landscape architects. 
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<li>Individual sections on all the main habitat types found in Britain and Ireland</li>
<li>More than 680 evocative colour photographs, including images from around Britain and Ireland in all seasons</li>
<li>Details and photographs of key species and features associated with the different habitats</li>
<li>Up-to-date information―including maps―on the distribution, extent and importance of all habitat types</li>
<li>Information on key nature conservation designations and different systems of habitat classification</li>
</ul>

Britain's Habitats: A Guide to the Wildlife Habitats of Britain and Ireland (Wild Guides)

Lake, Sophie

Liley, Durwyn

The only photographic guide to cover every bird, and every distinct plumage, ever recorded in Britain and Ireland
Britain's Birds will be enjoyed, valued and constantly referred to by all bird watchers―whether beginner, experienced or professional. This is the most comprehensive, up-to-date and practical bird book of modern times, featuring an unrivalled selection of photographs that show all the plumages you are likely to see. Focusing on identification, and containing maps, facts and figures on numbers and distributions, this breakthrough publication was devised by a team of lifelong birdwatchers, all with many years' experience of showing people birds and producing user-friendly field guides. 
<ul>
<li>Comprehensive coverage of every bird recorded in Britain and Ireland</li>
<li>The only photographic guide to show all plumages likely to be encountered</li>
<li>More than 3,200 superb colour photographs carefully selected to show key identification features</li>
<li>Many photographs of individual rare birds identified in Britain and Ireland</li>
<li>Simple steps to help you find and identify any bird you see</li>
<li>Pages designed to allow easy and accurate comparison</li>
<li>Latest information on status, population, distribution and conservation designations</li>
<li>Distribution maps featuring summer, winter and resident ranges, plus details of migration routes to and from Britain and Ireland</li>
</ul>

Britain's Birds: An Identification Guide to the Birds of Britain and Ireland (WILDGuides of Britain & Europe, 19)

Hume, Rob

Tipling, David

Harrop, Hugh

Britain's Dragonflies is the only comprehensive photographic field guide to the damselflies and dragonflies of Britain and Ireland. Written by two of Britain’s foremost experts, this fully revised and updated edition features hundreds of stunning images and identification charts covering all 56 resident, migrant and former breeding species, and seven potential vagrants. The book focuses on identification--both of adults and larvae--highlighting the key features. Detailed species profiles provide concise information on identification, distribution, flight periods, behaviour, habitat, status and conservation. Other sections cover biology; how to watch, photograph, record and monitor Dragonflies; conservation status and legislation; and introduced exotic species.
This redesigned, updated and expanded edition features: 
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 <li>Beautiful colour plates showing males, females, immatures and all colour forms for every species</li>
 <li>Over 450 stunning photographs and 550 illustrations</li>
 <li>Up-to-date species profiles and distribution maps</li>
 <li>Detailed, easy-to-use identification charts for adults and larvae</li>
</ul>

Britain's Dragonflies: A Field Guide to the Damselflies and Dragonflies of Britain and Ireland - Fully Revised and Updated Third Edition (WILDGuides of Britain & Europe, 15)

Smallshire, Dave

Britain's Butterflies is a comprehensive and beautifully designed photographic field guide to the butterflies of Britain and Ireland. Containing hundreds of stunning colour photographs, this revised and updated edition provides the latest information on every species ever recorded. It covers in detail the identification of all 59 butterfly species that breed regularly, as well as four former breeders, 10 rare migrants and one species of unknown status. The easy-to-use format will enable butterfly-watchers―beginners or experts―to identify any species they encounter.Stunning colour plates show typical views of each butterfly species, including the various forms and aberrationsDetailed species profiles cover adult identification; behaviour; habitat requirements; population and conservation; egg, caterpillar and chrysalis; and status and distribution, including up-to-date mapsPhotographs of egg, caterpillar and chrysalis for every breeding speciesSections on biology, where to look for and how to identify butterflies and other essential information

Britain's Butterflies: A Field Guide to the Butterflies of Britain and Ireland - Fully Revised and Updated Third Edition (WILDGuides of Britain & Europe, 16)

Tomlinson, David

The go-to photographic guide to all the damselflies and dragonflies recorded in Europe, including the Macaronesian Islands and western Turkey Europe's Dragonflies is a comprehensive, lavishly illustrated and beautifully designed photographic field guide to the damselflies and dragonflies of Europe. Written by two well-travelled experts, the book covers all 140 resident and vagrant species recorded, focussing on the field identification of adult insects. Concise species profiles highlight key identification features and provide information on behaviour, habitat preferences, distribution, flight periods, status and conservation. Other sections cover identification tips, conservation status and legislation. Presenting an unsurpassed selection of images of the highest quality, this is the go-to guide for anyone wishing to know more about these amazing and fascinating insects. <ul> <li>Comprehensive coverage of every species of damselfly and dragonfly recorded in Europe</li> <li>Stunning colour plates showing males, females, immatures, colour forms, subspecies and typical habitat for every species</li> <li>Over 1,200 superb photographs, supplemented with illustrations of fine details</li> <li>Detailed profiles for the 140 resident and vagrant species</li> <li>Unique comparison plates for difficult groups</li> <li>Easy to use by beginners and experts alike, avoiding technical terms</li> </ul>

Europe's Dragonflies: A field guide to the damselflies and dragonflies (WILDGuides)

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Birds, Mammals, and Reptiles of the Galápagos Islands: An Identification Guide

Birds, Mammals, and Reptiles of the Galápagos Islands: An Identification Guide

The World's Rarest Birds (WILDGuides)

Britain's Mammals: A Field Guide to the Mammals of Britain and Ireland (WILDGuides of Britain & Europe, 20)

Britain's Day-flying Moths: A Field Guide to the Day-flying Moths of Britain and Ireland (WILDGuides of Britain & Europe, 11)

Britain's Habitats: A Guide to the Wildlife Habitats of Britain and Ireland (Wild Guides)

Britain's Birds: An Identification Guide to the Birds of Britain and Ireland (WILDGuides of Britain & Europe, 19)

Britain's Dragonflies: A Field Guide to the Damselflies and Dragonflies of Britain and Ireland - Fully Revised and Updated Third Edition (WILDGuides of Britain & Europe, 15)

Britain's Butterflies: A Field Guide to the Butterflies of Britain and Ireland - Fully Revised and Updated Third Edition (WILDGuides of Britain & Europe, 16)

Europe's Dragonflies: A field guide to the damselflies and dragonflies (WILDGuides)