In the third of our series of bird guides, following on from the Guide to British Garden Birds and the forthcoming Guide to British Woodland Birds, Brett Westwood is joined by birdwatcher Stephen Moss and wildlife sound recordist Chris Watson in an accessible, informative and entertaining guide to some of our best known water-loving birds. Packed with useful information and helpful tips, the series will appeal to both the complete novice and the experienced birdwatcher who simply wants to know more about water birds. Prog 1. WADERS OF WET MEADOWS: Lapwing, Redshank, Snipe, Curlew. Prog 2. DUCKS: Mallard, Teal, Widgeon and Little Grebe (honorary duck as not a duck but often found with ducks – distinctive calls ). Prog 3 WARBLERS: Reed, Sedge, Grasshopper, Cetti's Warbler. Prog 4. RAILS AND CRAKES: Water Rail, Coots, Moorhen, Spotted Crake. Prog 5. RIVER BIRDS: Dipper, Grey Wagtail, Common Sandpiper, Kingfisher

In the third of our series of bird guides, we look at our best known water-loving birds.

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