This large-format coffee-table book vividly summarises knowledge about bird species and the world of birds. More than 5,000 fascinating pictures and exciting articles by ornithologists inform and entertain bird lovers with or without prior knowledge: What distinguishes birds from other animals? How do they feed and how do they communicate? How far do migratory birds fly? This comprehensive standard work provides exciting insights into the world of birds.
The abilities of the world's birds are as diverse as their species: at first glance, the tiny hummingbird seems to have little in common with sociable penguins or imposing ostriches. Birds fascinate us with their ability to fly, their magnificent plumage and their special songs. This illustrated encyclopaedia provides comprehensive information on the physiology, behaviour, habitats and distribution of bird species.
The latest findings from the world of birds in one book
- Detailed knowledge of more than 1,200 bird species around the world
- A unique pictorial documentation of bird species with more than 5,000 illustrations
- An outstanding combination of an up-to-date reference work and fascinating pictorial documentation with an extraordinary breadth and depth of information
This large-format coffee-table book summarises knowledge about birds and gives ornithologists an insight into the fascinating world of birds.
