Third Edition of the Collins Bird Guide
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Hardback | Just Arrived
With expanded text and additional colour illustrations, the third edition of the hugely successful Collins Bird Guide is a must for every birdwatcher. This book provides all the information needed to identify any species at any time of the year, covering size, habitat, range, identification and voice. Accompanying every species entry is a distribution map and illustrations showing the species in all the major plumages, and each group of birds includes an introduction that covers the major problems involved in identifying or observing them.
Please note that the third edition has initially been released in hardback, with the paperback to follow in March 2023, now available to pre-order.
HB: £19.99 £29.99
PB: £14.99 £19.99
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A Short History of the Collins Bird Guide
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With the release of the new edition of the Collins Bird Guide, we decided to take a brief look at how this highly regarded field guide came about. Check out our blog to find out more.
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This month, browse our newly catalogued books on Leon's bookshelf and explore our selection of Christmas gifts in Luanne's kit bag, including colouring sets, puzzles and hand lenses.
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Stick and Leaf-Insects of the World: Phasmids
November 2022
This field guide describes and illustrates over 260 stick and leaf-insects (phasmids) by biogeographical zone. These descriptions help you identify the presented species and learn about habitat, foodplants and distribution. Phasmid systematics are approached from perspectives of taxonomy and phylogeny, along with bibliographic notes on major phasmid explorers and publications. An extensive checklist of currently described species and their distribution is included.
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NHBS Moth Trap
The NHBS Moth Trap is a lightweight and highly portable trap, tested and approved by Butterfly Conservation. The trap container is constructed from lightweight plastic panels and is easily assembled using velcro. It has two panels that help prevent moths escaping and the trap electrics are supported by a stainless steel frame that is attached to the container walls. This mains powered trap runs a single 20W blacklight bulb (included with the trap) and comes supplied with a 4.5m power lead wired to a standard UK plug.
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Recent and Forthcoming Titles on Climate Change
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Climate change is one of the most important issues of our time, with a wealth of publications released on this topic each year, exploring causes, impacts and potential solutions. In 2019, we put together this list of thought-provoking titles on climate change but since then, many more key books have been published. In this post, we present an updated selection, including academic titles, handbooks, collaborations, introductory textbooks, children’s books and explorations of climate history.
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Trail Cameras: A Comparison
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Trail cameras are an invaluable piece of equipment for those seeking to monitor wildlife with minimal human disturbance. At NHBS, we sell a wide range of trail cameras and, like all products, there are advantages and disadvantages depending on the model and brand. To compare the trail cameras in our range we have prepared categories based on several of the key factors to consider when buying a trail camera. All recommendations found here are our opinions and views may differ on which cameras are best for each category.
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