Impressive new Dutch photo-ID handbook set to be published in UK later this year

The striking image (above) of various European thrush species in flight is included in the impressive photo-ID manual, Handboek Europese vogels, that was published in May last year in The Netherlands.  It was a labour of love for the editorial and photographic team behind the venture, taking six years to complete - four years longer than initially estimated. There are no distribution maps, nor information about song or behaviour - the focus is entirely on plumage and its variations according to age of bird as well as season. The handbook is currently only available in its Dutch-language version, but it is currently being translated into English in readiness for publication by Princeton University Press later this year. In due course, there will also be an app.  A fascinating interview with ace photographer Marc Guyt, a leading light in the project, is hosted by Urban Birder David Lindo on his YouTube channel: (650) In Conservation With… Marc Guyt - YouTube