Birds of France: Second Edition
The definitive photographic guide to the amazing avifauna of France.

France is known for its remarkable scenery, from the Camargue region and the dramatic peaks of the Alps – home to Greater Flamingos and Spotted Nutcrackers respectively – to the vast, tranquil woodland where Black Woodpeckers can be found nesting. Situated at the crossroads of bird migration, its varied natural landscape provides an exciting destination to observe both resident and migrant birds.

This second edition has been expanded to showcase 301 regularly occurring species, each accompanied with stunning photography. Concise text for each species includes details on identification, songs and calls, behaviour, distribution and habitat, with each photo carefully selected to aid identification. A guide to the best birdwatching sites in France is also included.

Portable yet authoritative, this is the perfect companion for any wildlife enthusiast visiting or living in France.

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Birds of France: Second Edition
The definitive photographic guide to the amazing avifauna of France.

France is known for its remarkable scenery, from the Camargue region and the dramatic peaks of the Alps – home to Greater Flamingos and Spotted Nutcrackers respectively – to the vast, tranquil woodland where Black Woodpeckers can be found nesting. Situated at the crossroads of bird migration, its varied natural landscape provides an exciting destination to observe both resident and migrant birds.

This second edition has been expanded to showcase 301 regularly occurring species, each accompanied with stunning photography. Concise text for each species includes details on identification, songs and calls, behaviour, distribution and habitat, with each photo carefully selected to aid identification. A guide to the best birdwatching sites in France is also included.

Portable yet authoritative, this is the perfect companion for any wildlife enthusiast visiting or living in France.

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Birds of France: Second Edition

Birds of France: Second Edition

Birds of France: Second Edition

Birds of France: Second Edition

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Overview

The definitive photographic guide to the amazing avifauna of France.

France is known for its remarkable scenery, from the Camargue region and the dramatic peaks of the Alps – home to Greater Flamingos and Spotted Nutcrackers respectively – to the vast, tranquil woodland where Black Woodpeckers can be found nesting. Situated at the crossroads of bird migration, its varied natural landscape provides an exciting destination to observe both resident and migrant birds.

This second edition has been expanded to showcase 301 regularly occurring species, each accompanied with stunning photography. Concise text for each species includes details on identification, songs and calls, behaviour, distribution and habitat, with each photo carefully selected to aid identification. A guide to the best birdwatching sites in France is also included.

Portable yet authoritative, this is the perfect companion for any wildlife enthusiast visiting or living in France.


Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781399411387
Publisher: Bloomsbury USA
Publication date: 01/28/2025
Series: Helm Wildlife Guides
Edition description: 2nd ed.
Pages: 224
Product dimensions: 5.32(w) x 7.48(h) x 1.00(d)

About the Author

James Lowen is an experienced naturalist and award-winning author. Two of his books received the accolade of Travel Guidebook of the Year, and he also writes for publications such as The Telegraph, BBC Wildlife, Nature's Home and The Countryman.

jameslowen.com / @JLowenWildlife

Aurélien Audevard is a wildlife photographer and an ornithologist for the LPO PACA environmental organisation in France. He has contributed to many photographic birding guides.

Table of Contents

Introduction
How to use this book
Map of France
Habitats and conservation
Best birding sites in France
Species accounts
Further reading and resources
Index

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