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The second edition of Birds of Spain is based on the thoroughly revised and updated fourth edition of Aves de España, the most popular Field Guide to the identification of the birds of Spain.

Recommended by SEO/Birdlife, this guide offers the most current information on all bird species found within Spanish territories, including Peninsular Spain, Ceuta, Melilla, and the Balearic and Canary Islands.

Birds of Spain has a comprehensive coverage. It includes detailed descriptions of 599 species, with 191 classified as occasional or accidental, and 5 noted as extinct.

The guide features over a thousand color illustrations, with 129 new additions in this edition, highlighting key identification details for each species. It contains over 300 maps showing the distribution and presence of species throughout the year.

QR codes in Birds of Spain link to the SEO/BirdLife Guide to the Birds of Spain, providing access to supplementary texts, illustrations, videos, photographs, and audio recordings of bird songs and calls.
This book has a dual purpose, serving as both a field guide for birdwatchers and as a concise reference for those seeking an up-to-date overview of Spanish avifauna. A detailed references list is included, highlighting key recent publications on the Spanish avifauna, such as ornithological atlases, regional avifaunas, and bird reports, both print and online. This guide also recommends further identification resources and guides on where to observe birds in Spain.

Birds of Spain caters to a wide audience, from beginners in birdwatching to experienced ornithologists seeking a reliable and comprehensive reference on Spanish birds.

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