ID Handbook of European Birds

A groundbreaking two-volume illustrated reference book covering all of Europe’s birds

Would you like to be able to identify any bird species in Europe, in all plumages, in every season? ID Handbook of European Birds is the resource for you. This identification handbook blends incisive descriptions with stunning high-resolution photos to provide the most comprehensive, in-depth coverage of European birds available. Never before has so much current information been brought together in one place and presented so clearly and completely. This monumental two-volume work is destined to become a standard reference to Europe’s birds.




Covers 733 species known to occur in Europe
Features more than 5,500 spectacular color photos
Detailed species accounts describe key identification features, molting, age, and gender
The high-quality photos depict the characteristics most essential for identification
Innovatively designed for easy, at-a-glance reference
An ideal resource for anyone who wants to enhance their experience in the field
A must for bird-watchers everywhere, from beginners to seasoned birders