First edition, 1986. Hardback. 412pp. Dust jacket. A comprehensive review that enables birdwatchers throughout the world to identify any species of wader in the field. It provides information to help both the advanced observer and the beginner to identify not only the species but also, where possible from field characters, the age, sex or racial origin of the bird. Over 1800 birds are shown and each plate has a facing caption that is cross-referenced to the main body of the text. In addition, colour maps show breeding and non=breeding distributions. Book in near fine condition. Book plate of the distinguished naturalist Bryan L Sage to front paste down. Dust jacket very good. Unclipped and just some very slight edge wear.

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Title

Shorebirds An identification guide to the waders of the world. 1800 birds painted in full colour. 214 distribution maps.

Publisher

Croom Helm, London & Sydney

Publication Date

1986

Language

English

ISBN 10

0709920342

ISBN 13

9780709920342

Binding

Hardcover

Edition

1st Edition

Dust Jacket Condition

Dust Jacket Included

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Book

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Nature & Natural History

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The first complete guide to the world's shorebirds, featuring all 211 species illustrated in their various plumages. The clear, accurate text describes each species in detail.

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