Collins British Bird Identifier

The Collins British Bird Identifier offers a revolutionary approach to bird identification, synthesizing 50 years of field notes into a practical and comprehensive guide. This hardcover edition is essential for everyone from beginners to seasoned experts and bird photographers looking to quickly and accurately identify every species of British bird.

• Definitive guide focusing on the 5 essential features needed to identify every species of bird seen in the UK.
• New identification strategy arranges illustrations so confusion species are grouped together, requiring only five features to confirm identification.
• Includes a simple code (colored dots) to denote if a species is common, scarce, or rare, and indicates the most likely season for sighting.
• Features stunning, detailed artwork by Jeff Baker, bringing the birds to life based on his extensive depiction experience.
• Designed to serve as an excellent memory jogger for experienced birdwatchers and a fresh strategy for beginners.
• Can be used as a standalone field guide or as a companion volume to your existing guide.

• Brand: William Collins
• Author: Jeff Baker, Paul Stancliffe
• Binding: Hardcover
• Language: English
• Print Length: 256 pages
• Color: Four-color
• Dimensions: 14.1 x 2.2 x 20.1 cm
• Weight: 268 g
• ISBN-10: 0008508070
• ISBN-13: 978-0008508074
• Publication Date: April 23, 2026

Whether you are starting your birdwatching journey or seeking a definitive memory jogger, the Collins British Bird Identifier provides the tools necessary to identify birds quickly and confidently using a unique five-feature system.