For the first time ever, here is a highly selective list of the 100 most beautiful, glamorous, unusual, and iconic birds the world has ever known. Some are so rare they are on the verge of extinction, while others are so numerous they are literally uncountable. Some are famous for their looks, and others for their lifestyle. But all have exceptional qualities that make them the most sought-after, cherished, and famous birds in the world.
In order to create the list for this book, birders and conservationists worldwide were asked to nominate their favorite birds, and give their reasons why these should win a place in this book. The final selections are based upon this truly global list.
Published in association with BirdLife International, the world's leading bird conservation organization, Remarkable Birds explains why each of the featured birds is so fascinating, and includes a stunning photograph of each species. From albatrosses to wrens--via cranes and crows, hoopoes and hummingbirds, penguins and plovers, wallcreepers and warblers--Remarkable Birds takes you on a journey of extraordinary discovery.
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‘Excellent colour photos’
Derwent May, The Times
‘Whilst the text is very well written the photographs are a delight and worth getting the book for in their own right. The full page of the snowy owl image looked so realistic you thought Harry Potter would suddenly put his hand out from the side of the photograph. A fascinating book and a superb addition to anyone's bookshelves.’
Ray Collier, Highland News
‘Smashing book, beautifully written, presented and produced. After a hard day at work or out in the field, reach for this book, sit back with a cup of coffee and relax.’
Dartford Times
‘This amazing book is not just for bird lovers, as almost everyone will appreciate the stunning photographs of these beautiful and majestic creatures’
Leicestershire & Rutland Life, Derbyshire Life and Hertfordshire Life
Stephen Moss has been a devoted birder all his life, and has written a number of books on the subject. A journalist and broadcaster, he writes a monthly column for the Guardian and contributes regularly to BBC Wildlife Magazine. As a producer at the BBC Natural History Unit in Bristol, his series include Birding with Bill Oddie, Springwatch and The Nature of Britain.
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