Daniel Gilpin – författare

A natural history and identification guide to the animal life of the rivers and lakes of the world, featuring more than 650 species and 700 beautiful colour images Expert and detailed descriptions of appearance, habitat, behaviour and lifestyle

The watery habitats of the world are home to a more varied and concentrated array of animal life than anywhere on dry land. This guide contains an explanation of how certain key animal groups have evolved to live and breed within their different environments. The detailed directory section provides a comprehensive overview to the vast array of marine and freshwater life that inhabit the globe. Each profile features a descriptive identification guide and contains a map to pinpoint distribution, plus information on habitat, size, breeding and more. This visual encyclopedia offers an insight into the wonderful world of freshwater and marine creatures.

The British Isles provide a temperate climate and a richfeeding ground for many species of animals, birds andfish. From puffins in the Scilly Isles to the graceful reddeer roaming the Scottish Highlands, there is a surprisingdiversity of life in this part of the world. This accessible reference guide provides essential information aboutBritish habitats and the many and varied creatures foundin them. Native and visiting birds and animals are allincluded, so that nature lovers can find out about all thespecies that might be seen around the British Isles. Withentries for over 440 creatures, this book will make anindispensable addition to any nature lover's bookshelf. Illustrated directories feature familiar garden visitors,such as the common frog, hedgehog, blue tit andjackdaw, hawks, deer and rodents, as well as rarely seenanimals such as the Western barbastelle bat, the whitebeaked dolphin and king eider duck. Each main entry details the animal's habitat anddistribution, size, food and breeding information,and includes a description together with helpfulidentification advice. Beautifully illustrated with hundreds of artworks,identification photographs and distribution maps.

An encyclopedia of the many kinds of fish, reptiles and amphibians living in the world's freshwater environments, from river catchments and swift-flowing streams to murky swamps and clearwater lakes. The book begins with an introduction to freshwater biology, and then contains fully illustrated directories profiling over 650 fish, turtles, newts and crocodiles. The species are presented with superb illustrations, and there are maps and quick-reference data panels to pinpoint distribution, habitat, food, size and breeding habits. With over 700 glorious images to assist identification, this information-packed resource is likely to appeal to anglers and aquarium enthusiasts, as well as to the general reader.Featuring over 650 fish, reptiles and amphibians, including salmon, chubs, bass, catfish, darters, eels, cichlids, piranhas, tetras, turtles, crocodiles and many more. A detailed reference section covers anatomy, senses, classification, breeding and feeding, with superb illustrations. Stunning pictorial reconstructions show the major types of freshwater habitat – from cool lakes to tropical swamps – and the creatures you are likely to find in them.  Species are profiled in encyclopedic continental sections, with key information on distinguishing physical features, lifestyle and habits.

The British Isles provide a temperate climate and a rich feeding ground for many species of animals, birds and fish. From puffins in the Scilly Isles to the graceful red deer roaming the Scottish Highlands, there is a surprising diversity of life in this part of the world. This easy reference guide provides essential information about British habitats and the many and varied creatures found in them. Native and visiting birds and animals are all included, so that nature lovers can find out about all the species that might be seen around the British Isles. With entries for over 440 creatures, this book will make an indispensable addition to any nature lover's bookshelf.