An introductory guide to 500 of the most common birds, wild flowers, trees, insects, mammals, fish, reptiles & amphibians that share the British Isles with us This pocket-sized guide is a perfect companion for any budding naturalist, helping you to identify what you see & learn more about it. Each page is devoted to a different species &, as well as a detailed description & a full-colour photograph, there is an identification fact file for easy, at-a-glance reference. * ID Fact file lists all the information needed for quick & easy identification, including a list of similar species to avoid confusion * A calendar grid gives a month-by-month guide to when you can expect to come across that species * Symbols on each page provide a quick visual clue to the species featured on the page, & help with identification & cross referencing For birds & flowers, a distribution map shows where in the country the species can be found, & for birds, trees & butterflies additional artwork highlights important identification features. Packed full of photographs, maps & illustrations, this is the perfect starting point for those who want to learn more about the rich variety of wildlife that can be found in Great Britain.