A superbly illustrated and attractive new edition of this traveller’s companion to the wildlife of the Antarctic wilderness. Dafila Scott’s illustrations provide the perfect accompaniment to naturalist Tony Soper’s immaculate text. This guide provides full coverage of plumage and identification, breeding and nesting, feeding and the best locations to observe the varied species to be found in Antarctica.

Illustrated in full colour throughout with specially commissioned watercolour paintings

Authoritative writing by TV naturalist Tony Soper

Species identification, behaviour and habitats and conservation guidelines for visitors

History of discovery and exploration