Garden Bird Confidential: Discover the Hidden World of Garden Birds

Garden Bird Confidential: Discover the Hidden World of Garden Birds

by PeterHayman (Illustrator), RobHume (Author), Dominic Couzens (Author)

Synopsis

Do you really know what's going on away from the bird feeder? Discover the private lives of your bird table regulars in this fascinating expose of the drama behind their everyday survival. There are profiles of over 50 birds, with key information for identifying and learning about their different plumage, song, food and ways you can attract them to your garden. However this book goes further than just the general profile, revealing the more secretive and intimate aspects of their existence, such as: Unusual feeding behaviour Territorial conflict Strange relationships with man Breeding and nesting odditiesWith over 200 colour photographs and artworks to help you identify your winged visitors, Garden Bird Confidential is a must for all nature lovers.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 192
Publisher: Hamlyn
Published: 07 Mar 2011

ISBN 10: 0600620522
ISBN 13: 9780600620525
Book Overview: Birdwatching and conservation is fast becoming an increasingly-popular activity, with sightings of rare birds often featuring in mainstream media. The RSPB now has over a million members, including over 170,000 youth members, and a local network of 175 local groups and more than 110 youth groups.

Author Bio
Dominic Couzens is a leading nature writer and lecturer in the UK. He has been writing about wildlife for over 20 years and is the author of several successful books including The Pocket Guide to Garden Birds. Dominic has appeared on BBC television and regularly contributes to leading magazines including BBC Wildlife Magazine, Birdwatching and Birds.Location: Dorset, UK.