Written by a world expert on swans; while containing a distillation ofa wide range of research, the text is written in a highly accessiblestyle; and also contains much previously unpublished research.The text is enlivened by high-quality illustrations provided byDafila Scott, fellow Swan expert and daughter of the late Sir Peter,and spectacular photography of a very popular species.Contains material on the North American version of the species, the Tundra Swan.
Based at Martin Mere Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust reserve in Lancashire,Eileen Rees has studied the biology of Bewick's Swan for almost 30years. A wildfowl expert of international renown, Eileen is ProgrammeManager for UK Waterbird Conservation, part of the WWT.
"Eileen Rees shares her passion for swans in this authorative, learned and yet highly readable personal account." Birdtours.co.uk (29th August 2006) "All you need to know about one of our loveliest winter visitors." BBC Wildlife (July 2006) " there can be few better qualified, for the task of writing this book." Birdwatch (October 2006) ' covers all aspects of the bird's biology, social behaviour, migration and conservation issues in great depth, but the material always remains readable.' Birds Illustrated (Winter 2006) 'This authoritative book is a mine of information for anyone interested in finding out more about this species, the wildest of the wild swans.' BTO News (November-December 2006)
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