Table of Contents

Introduction 4 The geography and climate of Madeira and the Canary Islands 5 Habitats 10 Conservation 18 Main wildlife sites 20 Wildlife-watching tips 28 Species Accounts Birds 30 Mammals: Marine 140 Mammals: Land 153 Mammals: Bats 159 Reptiles and amphibians 164 Dragonflies and damselflies 183 Butterflies 192 Rare birds of the region 212 Further reading and websites 213 Photographic and artwork credits 214 Scientific, Spanish and Portuguese names 217 Index 222

About the Author

John Bowler is a conservation officer on the island of Tiree in the Scottish Inner Hebrides. He is the author of a number of field guides, including Wildlife of Seychelles (Princeton WILDGuides).

Reviews

"This superbly illustrated photographic field guide packs a great deal into a relatively slim package with all the essential species covered. . . . It’s hard to see how it could be bettered."---Matthew Merrit, Birdwatching Magazine