The Illustrated Book of Birds. 256 species described with details of location, breeding and feeding habits. Each species illustrated with colour artwork of bird and its egg. tabular information on Physical dimensions, song, and size of the eggs given for each species. flight silhouettes given for many species. A straihtforward, factual approach making the book ideal for quick reference. Introductory section on anatomy, migration and reproduction. Ecological dangers to birds and measures taken for their protection.