The Raptors of Europe and the Middle East: A Handbook of Field Identification
The Raptors of Europe and the Middle East: A Handbook of Field Identification Books
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This book presents the most complete and up-to-date guide for the recognition of the diurnal raptors of Europe and the Middle East. It is written by an acknowledged expert, the author of many definitive identification articles and veteran of countless tours and expeditions.
More than 700 high quality color photographs have been specifically chosen to exhibit the plumage of each age and sex class of every species found in Europe and the Middle East. The photographs are complemented by nearly 100 line drawings focusing on particular identification details, and are backed up by a detailed text enabling birdwatchers to recognize even the most trying species.
The latest in rank, much of it previously unpublished, describes the plumage and soft part coloration of each category of bird, and compares and contrasts with similar plumages of species which may cause confusion. The book discusses the difficulties caused by stage of moult, variation in light conditions, and changes in silhouette arising from different flight types. Fully referenced with a list of near 300 key papers and articles, this book is an essential reference to the field identification of every species, age, and sex class of raptors.
Key Features
* The first comprehensive collection of photographs of European raptors showing all plumages of species in the field
* Descriptions of every age class of each sex
* More than 700 high quality color photographs and 100 line drawings
* Valuable notes comparing trying-to-identify species
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When I heard about this book I knew that I’d end up buying it,as I am a raptor fanatic(unfortunately its use is limited here in Ireland, as only three raptor species are in any way common,and very few migrant raptors occur) All of the fixed European species(plus Lappet-faced Vulture) are depicted,with the number of photos seemingly unreliable in ratio to difficulty of identification.The text is honestly technical,but readable enough,and there isn’t an excess of jargon(thank God!)I first used it to age a Marsh Harrier this January as an adult female,and in this respect it was of fantastic use. It also helped me to tentatively age a Buzzard in late Feb. as a 2nd-year bird.I have yet to be confronted by a raptor which I really haven’t identified to species before consulting this book, but if I do I would turn to this book honest away.Also,many of the photos are superb,and whet the appetite for species that I have yet to see (all but eight of them!)The section at the start about moult etc. is extremely fascinating also.If you live in Europe and have an interest in raptors,buy this book.Now,about that trip to the continent…….
Rating: 5 / 5