Collins coloured key to the wildfowl of the world - Peter Scott

Illustrated Checklist Wildfowl of the World forms a key which can be used to identify any species of wildfowl you may encounter.

Illustrated Checklist Wildfowl of the World forms a key which can be used to identify any species of wildfowl you may encounter. The book features two sections.

The text: is divided by identification feature: size, shape, colour, bill shape and colour, voice, and behaviour. Characteristics noted in this section then direct you to:

The plates: are organised by family or 'tribe'. For each species there is also a detailed list of where it can be found with both breeding and wintering locations. Migration habits are also described.

Also included are sections on names and classification, an index that includes both common and Latin names, and details of Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust reserves throughout the UK.