An important tool of a birdwatcher is a good identification guide. Most cover the birds of Europe and few deal exclusively with Ireland. This first photographic identification guide to the birds of Ireland has over 1, 600 photos of more than 260 species, in an easy, quick-reference format. With eight to fifteen images per species, the key identification features of each bird are shown, with concise descriptions and pointers to indicate important features. This guide is produced in association with Bird Watch Ireland, Ireland’s leading bird-conservation organisation. The purchase of this guide contributes funds to Bird Watch Ireland’s conservation and education initiatives to help protect and promote Ireland’s wild birds and habitats. similar to: Ireland’s Garden Birds by Jim Wilson and Oran O’Sullivan.
Über den Autor
Jim Wilson, wildlife writer, broadcaster, tour guide, and former chairman of Bird Watch Ireland, co-wrote Ireland's Garden Birds (2008), Shorebirds of Ireland (2009), and Freshwater Birds of Ireland (2011). He has been involved in the study and conservation of birds in Ireland for over 35 years, contributing to major surveys and international projects. Mark Carmody did postdoctoral research in genetics and has recently qualified as a Patent Attorney. Co-author of Shorebirds of Ireland and Freshwater Birds of Ireland, his work has featured in the renowned Birding World. A member of Bird Watch Ireland, Mark contributes to surveys and international projects concerning wildlife and the environment.
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