Explore the Extraordinary World of Birds

Birds: Explore Their Extraordinary World is a gorgeously illustrated hardback (giant) guide to the feathered friends with whom we share our world.

The sky is splendid with all kinds of birds.

• White-winged diuca finches nest high on freezing glaciers
• Peregrine falcons circle skyscrapers in busy cities
• Golden eagles spot prey from miles away
• Secretary birds have a powerful kick, to kill large prey

Did you know that you can tell what time of day an owl hunts, by looking at the colour of its eyes?

This book will astound readers of all ages, learning which birds are the fastest, smartest and most colourful. In this beautiful collection of information on birds everywhere.

Miranda Krestovnikoff studied zoology at Bristol University. After working at BBC Natural History Unit, she became a TV presenter on BBC Coast. She often films underwater (as a qualified scuba diver) and also performs recitals as a accomplished flautist.

Artist Angela Harding is a professional printmaker, whose unique style has become immensely popular in England. She works from a studio in her garden in a Rutland village.

You may recognise her work from illustrating books for several authors including Isabella Tree and Simon Armitage

• If you live with cats, keep them indoors at dusk and dawn, when garden birds are feeding.
• Don’t feed birds stale, mouldy or crusty bread (nor buttered bread, fat can smear on feathers, affecting weatherproofing and insulation).
• Never use brightly-coloured or tin bird houses (they overheat and attract predators).
• Read more on create safe havens for garden birds, and how to stop birds flying into windows 
• Don’t play birdsong near birds, it can confuse and attract predators.