Habitats of Europe - A Field Guide for Birders, Naturalists, and Ecologists

The essential field guide to all of Europe’s major habitats—visually stunning, meticulously researched, and packed with invaluable information

Europe is a place of natural wonders, from the icy expanses of the tundra to the arid beauty of deserts and the lush vibrancy of rainforests. This illustrated guide covers all the continent’s major habitats, providing an invaluable resource for understanding and preserving its breathtaking landscapes, ecosystems, and wildlife. Unlike standard habitat classification systems that focus solely on plant communities, Habitats of Europe offers a unique approach to understanding habitats by combining animal assemblages with descriptions of habitat structure, climate, soils, and vegetation. Perfect for nature lovers and ecologists. Whether you’re a seasoned ecologist or a curious nature lover, this one-of-a-kind field guide will inspire you to explore and protect the rich biodiversity of Europe.

• Features engaging, fact-filled descriptions of 56 major habitats
• Includes a wealth of climate graphs, silhouettes, and breathtaking color photos
• Presents an easy-to-use system for assessing and understanding habitats—developed in collaboration with experts in conservation, birding, and tour guiding
• Encourages the reader to look beyond individual species and understand the intricate interactions that define each ecosystem
• Makes habitat science accessible to a wider audience, enticing the reader to discover more about the continent and its ecology
• An ideal travel companion for birders, naturalists, and wildlife enthusiasts
• The go-to reference for conservation organizations, ecologists, and policymakers

About the author

Dale Forbes is a lifelong naturalist and conservationist. He is head of strategic marketing at Swarovski Optik. Iain Campbell is a professional nature guide and habitat ecologist whose books include Habitats of Africa and Habitats of North America (both Princeton) and multiple bird guides. Pete Morris is a highly regarded bird tour guide and wildlife photographer. He is the coauthor of Birds of Madagascar.

Product details

• Authors: Iain Campbell, Dale Forbes, Dale Campbell Forbes, Morris Pete
• Publisher: Princeton University Press
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Release: 13.01.2026
• EAN: 9780691245171
• ISBN: 978-0-691-24517-1
• No. of pages: 480
• Series: Habitats of the World
• Subjects: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Biology > Ecology; Non-fiction book > Nature, technology > Nature: general, reference works; Travel > Travel guides; TRAVEL / Special Interest / Ecotourism, Nature / Environmental Conservation & Protection, NATURE / Ecosystems & Habitats / General, NATURE / Reference, natural history, Conservation of wildlife & habitats, Eco-tourist guides, Nature and the natural world: general interest, Conservation of wildlife and habitats, Travel guides: eco-tourism / ‘green’ tourism