A direct descendant of Scott's Colour Key to the Wildfowl of the World. Featuring Scott's original artwork and produced in association with the Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust, this field guide includes illustrations and descriptions of all species of wildfowl found throughout the world.
Divided into two parts:-
Text: is divided by identification feature: size, shape, colour, bill shape and colour, voice and behaviour.
Plates: organized by family or `tribe'. For each species there is also a detailed list of where it can be found with both breeding and wintering locations. Migration habits are also described.