Abstract

This photographic field guide covers 670 bird species recorded in Japan including introduced ones and the ones which may be recorded in the future. The book includes more than 3,400 photographs which cleary show the points to distinguish one species from the others. The bird check list is based on the "Check List of Japanese Birds Seventh Edition" edited by the Ornithological Society of Japan. The third edition newly includes oriental dwarf kingfisher, azure tit and other. It gives detailed information such as the growth of Steller's sea eagle from juvenile to adult, comparison of primaries of similar species and more.

Author’s Information

Masato Nagai is a professional bird-watcher. He is also a bird-watching tour guide, photographer, gives lectures and has written numerous books about birds. He is the author of more than 10 books including books published from Bun-Ichi Sogo Shuppan.