Seabirds of the World : The Complete Reference

-- A new kind of reference for serious birdwatchers -- Stunning, near-before published photos -- Comprehensive field descriptions of all the world's seabirds "Probably the most extensive and up-to-date photographic reference to all the world's seabirds, complete with detailed supporting text -- a must for every birdwatcher". -- Dominic Mitchell, Editor of Birdwatch Never before has a complete collection of brilliant photographs been combined with accurate, up-to-date descriptions of the world's 300 seabird species.

In "Seabirds of the World", invaluable information on the birds' plumage, behavior, status, and distribution is brought to life by rare photos of the birds in their natural habitats.

Each species account includes the bird's English and Latin names, identification traits of both immature and adult plumage, details on sex differences, and distribution and status information.

Designed to enable any birder to use this book with ease, "Seabirds of the World" will prove to be an indispensable reference work and identification guide for anyone with an interest in the spectacular diversity of the world's gulls, pelicans, terns, shearwaters, penguins, and other seabird species.