Watching birds is a growing pastime for many people but how much do we really know about them? A lifetime spent identifying and photographing birds makes Anthony McGeehan the ideal guide to show us our birds in a different way, creatures that, to survive and delight us, bear an increasingly heavy load.
The book explores the fascinating behaviors and adaptations of birds found in various environments, from gardens to urban areas. It highlights unique traits, such as the ability of some species to enhance their memory for food storage and the remarkable weight fluctuations of songbirds. By observing these birds, readers can discover a captivating world that reveals the complexities of avian life and their interactions with the environment.