This concise and definitive guide presents all 45 bat species that regularly occur in Europe (of which 17 are known to breed in the British Isles). The extensive introduction details the remarkable biology of bats and explores the latest findings in bat evolution, behaviour and echolocation. This is followed by in-depth species accounts covering life history, conservation status and identification, including echolocation characteristics, and complemented by accurate distribution maps, with the book illustrated throughout with superb colour photography. Suitable for beginners, students, professionals or conservationists alike, Bats of Britain and Europe is the authoritative field guide for bat watchers - an essential reference for every bat enthusiast. - Allows identification of families, genera and where possible species of all European bats - Illustrated throughout with almost 700 colour photographs - Packed with information on bat behaviour, ecology and conservation

The definitive guide to the bats of Britain and Europe

About the Author
Christian Dietz is a teacher, author and committed bat expert. He is particularly interested in the ecology and systematics of bats in Europe, North Africa and the Middle East, and makes regular trips throughout the Mediterranean and eastern Europe in search of them. His findings have made valuable contributions to bat conservation and our understanding of their diversity. Andreas Kiefer is a Research Associate at the University of Trier, Germany, with a long-standing interest in bat behaviour and phylogenetics. His research currently focuses on the impact of wind turbines on bats.

Reviews
The information presented is largely accessible to anyone with an interest in bat biology, conservation and natural history. * National Speleological Society *
The information presented is largely accessible to anyone with an interest in bat biology, conservation and natural history. * CHOICE magazine *



Book Information
ISBN 9781472922021
Author Christian Dietz
Format Paperback
Page Count 400
Imprint Bloomsbury Natural History
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Weight(grams) 721g