"This is a book like no other--the only truly comprehensive, one-volume illustrated guide to all of the world's birds, covering the complete International Ornit

Offers detailed information on every bird family in the world, including their physical characteristics, behaviors, conservation status, taxonomy, and photograp

Presents entries on bird species and families from around the world, with information on the physical characteristics, migration pattern, behavior, distribution

"Companion to National Geographic field guide to the birds of North America"--Cover.