Finches and Sparrows

Hardback

Main Details

Title Finches and Sparrows
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Peter Clement
Illustrated by Alan Harris
Illustrated by John Davis
SeriesHelm Identification Guides
Physical Properties
Format:Hardback
Pages:512
Dimensions(mm): Height 234,Width 156
Category/GenreBirds
ISBN/Barcode 9781408135082
ClassificationsDewey:598.88
Audience
General
Professional & Vocational

Publishing Details

Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Imprint Helm
Publication Date 5 September 2011
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

This is a guide to true" finches and sparrows illustrating all the species, many races and most sex and age variations, with almost 950 portraits. The maps accompanying the illustrations show breeding and wintering ranges for all species. Although the guide is not primarily intended for cagebird enthusiasts, it will also be useful for those wishing to know more about the species encountered in captivity."

Author Biography

Peter Clement is a lifelong and well-travelled birder and tour leader with a particular interest in wheatears and other chats. He is the author of several books including Finches and Sparrows, and Thrushes, both in the Helm Identification Guides series. Alan Harris is one of the world's top bird artists.