Waders of Britain and Ireland (WildID) - Softcover

Docker, Steve; Offord, Keith

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1908819898 ISBN 13: 9781908819895

Publisher: Field Studies Council, 2023

Synopsis

• Identification guide to 28 wading bird species in Britain and Ireland
• Practical for ‘real world’ wader watching in British and Irish conditions: poor weather, and distant views of birds
• Designed to be used outside: lightweight, rucksack-sized, splash-proof

Many wader identification resources are not very practical for outdoor use, as they are based upon plumage and assume a good view of the bird. This laminated fold-out guide helps to overcome these limitations. It includes a simple identification key, bird silhouettes, brief species notes and artwork. The illustrations include both standing birds and birds in-flight. Bill length, body size and bill curvature are used to quickly narrow down the species options and there is help with difficult species pairs, such as the tricky godwits.

It is ideal for ‘real world’ wader watching where the weather may be a challenge and views of birds distant. Under such conditions colour is of limited use. The identification principles used throughout the guide have been field tested over many years utilising a wide range of volunteer users. The authors and illustrator are all experienced birders.

Edition details

• Publisher: Field Studies Council
• Publication date: 2023
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1908819898
• ISBN 13: 9781908819895
• Binding: Paperback
• Illustrator: Langman Mike
• Number of pages: 12