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A New Guide to the Birds of Essex |
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Simon Cox.The
Essex Bird watching and presrvation Society was formed in 1949 with the prime objective
of collating and recording information about the County's birds.It is justifiably
proud of its comprehensive annual reprts which serve as a tribute to the enthusiasm of the
members.The society offers a regular programme of lectures and field meetings and has its
own observatory,at Bradwell-on-sea,which has made a substantial contribution to our
knowledge of coastal migration. Hardback;290pp.Black
& White photographs,line drawings,charts and maps.Published 1984 Fine in d/w
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Birds of Norfolk |
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M.J.Seago.This
book gives details of the status of all the birds recorded in Norfolk.Continuous recording
since the early nineteenth century results in a lengthy list containing 345 species of
which 118 are regular breeders.In addition,almost a thousand Norfolk ringing recoveries
have been summarised and the location of historic specimens is given.Norfolk is of
exceptional interest to bird enthusiasts,its coastline including the east shore of the
Wash,the north coast sanctuaries,cliffs,sand-dunes and Bredon estuary.A great variety of
birds is also attracted to the fenland Washes,to the Broads and river valleys and to the
unique Brekland heaths and forests.Additional chapters cover migration and the effects of
severe winters.An attractive feature of the book is the sixty-six full colour
illustrations. Hardback;147pp,colour
photographs,Map.Fine in d/w 1967
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Minsmere
Portrait of a Bird Reserve |
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Herbert Axell
& eric Hosking.The fame of the RSPB reserve at Minsmere in Suffolk
is recognized not only by the thousands of visitors it has each year but also by all
who watch and photograph birds throughout the world.Much of the credit for
Minsmere's reputation belongs to Herbert Axell,for seventeen years the reserve's
warden,who was mainly responsible for developing the different habitats which now attract
such large numbers of birds......In his text Herebert Axell tells the full story of the
reserve-its geology,history,planning and construction.His chapter on the making of
the scrape,retailing the conception and development of this modern method of providing
safe breeding sites for endangered species,and his chapters on Bitterns,Marsh
Harriers,Avocets and Bearded Tits are the highlights of an absorbing and fascinating
narrative. Hardback;256pp.Colour
and b/w photos by Eric Hosking.Post Free UK 1st ed 1977 Order
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Birding in Kent |
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£11.99 |
Don Taylor .Written
by the author of 'Birdwatching in Kent' (1985), this book brings the story up to date.
Kent is one of the best counties in England for birdwatching, and this book is aimed at
anyone visiting the area, as well as for those who live there. Paperback, 168 pages. 210 x 148 mm.Illustrations 25 Line Drawings, 200 Bar Charts, Maps, References, Index. Post
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Where
to Watch Birds in Kent, Surrey and Sussex
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£12.99
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In spite of pressure from
urban development and industrial expansion, Kent, Surrey and Sussex remain three of the
best counties in southern England for birdwatching. Every site account has been revised
and updated for this edition and new sites have been added. There is also an additional
section on the status and distribution of every species recorded in the three counties
since 1900. Order details herePaperback, 304 pages. 216 x 135 mm.
Illustrations 54 Maps, 35 Line
Illustrations.3rd ed 2003
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The Birds of Sheringham |
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£4.95 |
Moss Taylor. Illustrated by
Brian Bland
mapFor over 100
years the North Norfolk Coast has been recognised as an important area for recording bird
migration.Until recently however,attention has been invariably directed at Cley and
Blakeney Point.'The Birds of Sheringham' extends the detailed coverage of the
region,including all the area within the map square TG14.It stretches from Weybourne in
the West to the Runtons in the East and includes most of Feldbrigg Great Wood.Moss Taylor
has drawn together the observations of past and present birders into a valuable and
fascinating work of reference.Order details here
Paperback.88pp.Sketches,maps,charts.NEW |
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Birds of
Kent |
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D.W Taylor et al (eds) Kent
Ornithological Society. Paperback;
440 pp.1984 2nd ed.Black & white photographs,species status maps,line
drawings.Full review of status and distribution.Good condition post free UK
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