A comprehensive photographic field guide that aims to help visitors to this remarkable part of the world – beginner or expert – identify with confidence any bird or marine mammal they encounter during their journey from the tip of South America to the Great White Continent. THE BOOK FEATURES: ♦ Stunning colour plates showing typical views of each species of bird, marine mammal, together with the few terrestrial plants likely to be encountered. ♦ Detailed species profiles covering key identification features and where to look, plus fascinating facts and other talking points. ♦ Introductory chapters to the Antarctic environments, divided into sections covering the wildlife of each area by season. ♦ Information on tourism and Antarctic cruising, focusing on how to get the most from your visit. THE BOOK FEATURES: ♦ Stunning colour plates showing typical views of each species of bird, marine mammal, together with the few terrestrial plants likely to be encountered. ♦ Detailed species profiles covering key identification features and where to look, plus fascinating facts and other talking points. ♦ Introductory chapters to the Antarctic environments, divided into sections covering the wildlife of each area by season. ♦ Information on tourism and Antarctic cruising, focusing on how to get the most from your visit. Format : 15x21,5cm . 240 pages. avec 350 photos-35 illustrations- 2 maps.