Carlton Books 100BIRDS 100 Birds to See in Your Lifetime

Painstakingly researched, passionately written, and beautifully illustrated, this is the definitive birding guide. 
 
With stunningly photographed entries, 100 Birds to See in Your Lifetime offers a treasure trove of information on the world’s most unusual, obscure, beautiful, and sought-after species. Each entry describes the natural history and significance of the featured species, with summaries that include: size (and wingspan, where applicable); distribution; habitat; classification; population & conservation status; and the reason for inclusion. With the contents fiercely debated by two renowned birding authors, this wish list includes endangered species; birds with exceptional plumage or behaviour; and still others that already have a legendary status, such as the dancing Red-crowned crane and the spectacular Gyrfalcon.