THE ILLUSTRATED ENCYCLOPEDIA OF ANIMALS, BIRDS & FISH OF THE BRITISH ISLES

With entries for more than 450 creatures, and more than 1000 illustrations, maps and photographs, this is a colourful, easy-to-use and highly informative book that will be enjoyed and referred to again and again by all nature lovers.

The British Isles provide a temperate climate and rich feeding ground for many species of animal, bird and fish. From the puffins of the Scilly Isles to the graceful red deer roaming the Scottish highlands, there is a surprisingly diversity of life in this small part of the world. This comprehensive guide provides essential information about British habitats and the creatures found in them, including mammals, amphibians and reptiles, freshwater and marine fish, and the many breeds of birds that visit and live on the islands. It details the physiology and anatomy of each species, together with fascinating information on their ecology and evolution, their senses, survival and reproductive habits. Animals, birds and fish are listed in three separate directories, and entries are illustrated with accurate watercolour artworks. There is an at-a-glance information box for each featured creature, with information about its distribution and habitat, food, size, breeding and rare or common status. The accompanying commentaries have been provided by expert naturalists and include tips for identification and notes on the species' habits and behaviour.