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' It fully justifies its existence by virtue of the comprehensive coverage given to each ' --Birdwatching (July 2009)
'Contains much basic information in concise and conveniently accessible form, and it will go in an OS map-sized pocket.'
--Scottish Birds (2009)
'You might expect a glowing review about an RSPB book in birds - and in this case it is well-deserved.'
--Bookends (2009)
'...it is difficult to imagine a better introduction to the birds of Scotland'
--Book Review - British Ornithologists' Union (2009)
'Contains much basic information in concise and conveniently accessible form, and it will go in an OS map-sized pocket.'
--Scottish Birds (2009)
'You might expect a glowing review about an RSPB book in birds - and in this case it is well-deserved.'
--Bookends (2009)
'...it is difficult to imagine a better introduction to the birds of Scotland'
--Book Review - British Ornithologists' Union (2009)
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"A must-have book for anyone interested in birds, beginner or otherwise."
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6 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
A very clear and easy to use guidebook of common Scottish birds. The single page listing for each of birds (200+) has all the relevant info laid out including a mini map of Scotland highlighted with where to find the bird for that page in summer, winter, resident or migration. Value for money and good size for popping into rucsac or car glovebox.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
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This book provides a comprehensive survey of 252 most common birds with each given a full page description.
Each description includes several good quality illustrations, not photographs, and separate paragraphs covering identification, habits, voice, habitat, food, breeding movements & migrations, population and conservation. There is also a distribution map.
The illustrations, over 1000, generally show adult and juvenile plumage and where appropriate, male and female plumage in different seasons. There are also illustrations showing stationary and flight shapes. Not all of these are supplied for all birds.
There is a detailed and informative introductory section which explains how to use the book. It also includes a very useful illustrated bird topography section which will be invaluable to beginner bird watchers. In addition this first section gives an outline to Birds in Scotland and the RSPB in Scotland. The glossary and index at the back are comprehensive.
The soft back cover is protected against light rain damage having a plastic feel to it. The pages inside are of good paper quality to be reasonably robust as well as providing good quality printing with very clear print, sharp images and good colour. Although there are smaller dimension books available specifically designed for field work, the size of this book is still small enough to fit in a farly roomy pocket or rucksack while being big enough to be easy to access. It would also be suitable for more detailed reference at home. The price is very reasonable.
All in all a very good buy indeed and, in my opinion, well worth 5 stars.
Each description includes several good quality illustrations, not photographs, and separate paragraphs covering identification, habits, voice, habitat, food, breeding movements & migrations, population and conservation. There is also a distribution map.
The illustrations, over 1000, generally show adult and juvenile plumage and where appropriate, male and female plumage in different seasons. There are also illustrations showing stationary and flight shapes. Not all of these are supplied for all birds.
There is a detailed and informative introductory section which explains how to use the book. It also includes a very useful illustrated bird topography section which will be invaluable to beginner bird watchers. In addition this first section gives an outline to Birds in Scotland and the RSPB in Scotland. The glossary and index at the back are comprehensive.
The soft back cover is protected against light rain damage having a plastic feel to it. The pages inside are of good paper quality to be reasonably robust as well as providing good quality printing with very clear print, sharp images and good colour. Although there are smaller dimension books available specifically designed for field work, the size of this book is still small enough to fit in a farly roomy pocket or rucksack while being big enough to be easy to access. It would also be suitable for more detailed reference at home. The price is very reasonable.
All in all a very good buy indeed and, in my opinion, well worth 5 stars.
3 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This is a brilliant book.The illustrations are first class and there is lots of information.Very pleased I went ahead with this purchase.
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rspb handbook of scottish birds
This well illustrated book with an excellent introduction amply fulfills my requirements for a book about Scottish birds. Read more
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RSPB Handbook Of Scottish Birds
This Book is very well illustrated,lots of useful information and excellent drawings of each bird.For the price I paid I am delighted with my purchase.
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