Product Description

With over 200 colour photographs, and maps to guide the reader to places where rare wildlife can be seen, "Secret Nature of The Isles of Scilly" is a comprehensive guidebook to the island's wildlife, and to the species that are special to Scilly. It includes: an island-by-island guide to footpaths, trails, visitor centres and Sites of Special Scientific Interest; a comprehensive list of the species that make the Isles of Scilly special, from seals to subtropical plants; what to see, and where and when to see it; and geology and climate, and how they affect wildlife.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #136934 in Books
• Published on: 2006-08-22
• Original language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• 224 pages

About the Author
Andrew Cooper has written five books including The Secret Nature of Devon, and is a BBC broadcaster, presenter, writer and international award-winning wildlife film-maker. He has compiled Secret Nature of The Isles of Scilly with advice from county Wildlife Trusts, the RSPB, Butterfly Conservation and many other organisations. He lives in south Devon, is Chairman of the Devon Wildlife Trust, and is an expert on the wildlife of The Scillies.

Customer Reviews

Best guide of the Scilly Isles
I bought all the books on the natural history of the Isles before travelling and after reading them all I would say this 224 pages guide was the best.
Firstly the author has spent endless hours researching for this book and explored every corner of the Isles, the list of plants, animals and rocks is very comprehensive and there is good information about the most important species.

Secondly, what makes the book stand out, is that is beautifully illustrated with colour photographs and maps.

If you are thinking of buying one guide before you visit the Isles, buy this one.