BILL BAILEYS REMARKABLE GUIDE TO BRITISH BIRDS

A humorous and very personal guide written by Bill Bailey about his favourite British birds complete with drawings notes and cartoons by the comedian himself When herons are spooked they have a habit of vomiting as a defence Half digested pieces of eel and water vole skull on your head is not a good look Just so you know Bill Bailey s wonderfully charming and informative book on the birds he loves is now available as a handy easy to carry pocket paperback Packed with the comedian s observations illustrations and sketches this edition is perfect for birdwatching expeditions with new information for proper twitchers including A British Birds checklist A list of the best birdwatching sites in the UK Suggestions of bird spotting equipment Information about joining a birdwatching club Bailey takes us on a journey around the British Isles zooming in on those birds that enthuse him the most Whether it s what they eat where they fly to or how they communicate these birds are always fascinating and he introduces us to their weird and wonderful ways in a manner that is always entertaining If you re a parent who d like to appear a bit clever when your child asks you the name of a bird if you want to find a new and healthy hobby that takes