"A wonderful book that shares rare knowledge in a clear and focused way. I love it." - Tristan GooleyBird Tracks: A Field Guide to British Species explores and enhances the ability to identify a diversity of birds using just their tracks and trails. John Rhyder and David Wege approach this subject from the perspective of both the tracker and the birdwatcher. They have examined and described 139 species, each richly illustrated with a mixtu...

The only ebook you need for snorkelling and diving in the Maldives. Over 300 pages of stunning fish photography, concise expert information, diagrams and easy to reference icons. Written by a Marine Biologist Tim Godfrey and and Marine Expert, Rudi Kuiter. This new edition now features Sharks and Rays.A REFERENCE FOR RESEARCHERS, DIVERS AND SNORKELLERSWith almost every fish, shark and ray likely to be seen by divers and snorkellers in the Maldives and Central/Western Indian ...

For over 400 million years, sharks have been the ocean's top predator! They're vital to our ecosystem, but their importance is often overshadowed by our own fear—even though they hardly ever threaten humans.Dive in for an intimate look at the dynamic hammerhead, infamous great white, primordial megalodon, and the gentle nurse shark, the rare species that will let a scuba diver pet them! This book is filled to the gills with jaw-dropping illustrations and razor-sharp facts that shed...

This Periplus Nature Guide provides an excellent introduction to 68 of the most commonly encountered tropical reef fishes. Written by Dr. Gerald Allen, international authority on reef fishes, it features stunning color shots by some of the world's best underwater photographers.

Whether traveling through Southeast Asia or relaxing at home, bird lovers will enjoy this thorough and colorful Malaysian & Singapore bird watching guide.This illustrated bird watching book is the first comprehensive photographic guide to the birds of Malaysia and Singapore, mainland Southeast Asia, the Philippines and Borneo. Included are the birds of Thailand and Vietnam, as well as those found in South China, Hong Kong and Taiwan.This birding book covers...

Sasol First Field Guide to Common Birds of Southern Africa provides fascinating insight into the birdlife of the region. Through full-colour photographs and distribution maps, and easy-to-read text, the young adult and budding naturalist will be able to identify the more common bird species found in southern Africa, discover where they live, and learn about their unique feeding and nesting habits.

Learn the essentials of tropical fish with this useful and portable reference book.The tremendous abundance of fish seen during a single scuba dive or snorkeling session in the tropics is just staggering. Indeed in some areas, there are dozens of species inhabiting only one or two hectares of reef. But whether you get underwater, view marine life from the comfort of a glass-bottomed boat or just visit an aquarium, Handy Pocket Guide to Tropical Coral Reef Fishe...

For five decades, “Grant's Guide to Fishes” has been the most well-known fish identification book in Australia. Updated often, it includes information on catching, preparing and cooking fish. It also contains many anecdotes from the author's personal experience with countless varieties of fish. It includes all commonly-caught fish around Australia and contains fish relevant to all countries in the Pacific and others with coral reefs. Inside, readers will find 1078 fish, sharks and rays displa...

The Australasian region is home to the greatest diversity of cephalopods — squid, cuttlefish, octopuses — in the world. Yet, we know very little about these fascinating marine animals. This book provides insights into the biology and behaviour of more than 60 species. From the Giant Squid to the deadly Blue-ringed Octopus, the secret lives of cephalopods are revealed in a highly readable form with outstanding colour images and informative text. For each species there is a distribution map and...

In "A Synopsis of the Birds of North America," John James Audubon presents a meticulous compilation of ornithological studies alongside stunning illustrations that capture the vivid beauty and diversity of North American birds. This seminal work, published in 1825, showcases Audubon's unique blend of scientific rigor and artistic finesse, reflecting the Enlightenment's spirit of exploration and knowledge. His detailed accounts and observations are enriched by a lyrical style that invites r...

The second title in the well-received series North Atlantic Seabirds. Utilises the innovative new concept to seabird identification presented in ‘Storm-petrels & Bulwer’s Petrel, the first guide in the series, to identification of Pterodroma Petrels. Endorsed by world leading experts Peter Harrison, Steve N. G. Howell, Killian Mullarney, and Hadoram Shirihai. Covers all Pterodromas known to occur in the North Atlantic, adjacent seas and the Western Palearctic. The only guide with the depth...

"A highly useful and interesting reference for ichthyologists, recreational fish enthusiasts and those working in Florida waters . . . a worthy addition." — Marine Biology ResearchThe most comprehensive book about Florida's marine fishes ever produced, Marine Fishes of Florida includes hundreds of photographs and descriptions of species you'll encounter—plus many that are rare—when diving, snorkeling, kayaking, or fishing. Coverage includes both th...