Bird Identification Guides

Welcome to the Bird Identification Guides section of In Focus. The Inviting birdwatchers into a richly visual and informative field guide experience. With beautifully detailed videos and photographs accompanied by clear descriptions of plumage, behavior, habitat, and calls, each guide equips both novice and seasoned observers to confidently identify species in the wild.

From the subtle differences between similar sparrows to the vibrant markings of finches and warblers, the guides blend expert insight with accessible language. Compact yet thorough, this collection fosters a deeper appreciation for avian diversity and encourages mindful observation of birds in their natural habitats.

Identifying House Martins, Swallows & Swifts A Comprehensive Guide

David Coultham

This article is a guide to assist with positive identification of Martins, Swallows, and Swifts Family: Hirundinidae The arrival of ...

Identifying UK Corvids: A Comprehensive Guide

David Coultham

This article is a guide to help you identify Corvids in the British Isles. Family: Corvidae The United Kingdom hosts ...

Identifying The Golden Eagle & White-Tailed Eagle: A Complete Guide

David Coultham

Species: Golden Eagle (Aquila chrysaetos)Species: White-Tailed Eagle (Haliaeetus albicilla)Family: Accipitridae The British Isles are home to two distinct species of ...

Identifying The Mistle Thrush & Song Thrush: A Complete Guide

David Coultham

Family: Turdidae Identification between a Mistle Thrush (Turdus viscivorus) and a Song Thrush (Turdus philomelos) is relatively simple once you ...

Identifying Great Spotted Woodpeckers & Lesser Spotted Woodpeckers: A Complete Guide

David Coultham

Identification between a Great Spotted Woodpecker (Dendrocopos major) and a Lesser Spotted Woodpecker (Dryobates minor) is relatively simple once you ...

Identifying Coots & Moorhen: A Complete Guide

David Coultham

The Common Moorhen (Gallinula chloropus) and the Eurasian Coot (Fulica atra) are both common wading birds found in the British ...

Discover Common Finches in the UK

David Coultham

This article covers the species of finches that you might see in the British Isles. Family: Fringillidae Chaffinch (Fringilla coelebs) ...

Identifying The Coal, Marsh & Willow Tit: A Complete Guide

David Coultham

Identification of the Coal, Marsh & Willow Tit can be tricky. This guide contains the elements to look out for. ...

Identifying and Listening to the Five Owl Species in the British Isles

David Coultham

Spotting the five owl species in the British Isles can be quite challenging. Except for the Short-Eared Owl, they are ...

Woodpeckers Of The British Isles A Complete Guide

David Coultham

Family: Picidae There are 240 different species of woodpecker in the world1, and you might be lucky enough to spot ...