The Eurasian Hobby by Richard Sale and Anthony Messenger

In the 1950s it was believed that the breeding population of Eurasian Hobbies in the UK was no more than 100 pairs. Since then the population estimate has risen, though the elusive nature of the falcon means that it is still not clear whether Hobbies remain the least populous of the four British breeding falcons or if its breeding population has now surpassed both the Merlin and the Peregrine. But what is definitely true is that the Hobby has a ‘jizz’ like no other raptor, its wonderfully fast and agile flight seen to perfection as it pursues dragonflies and other flying insects, or when chasing avian prey, captivating all who witness its hunting skills.

This monograph, written by Richard Sale and Anthony Messenger, includes 215 full colour photographs and 86 figures and tables. 368 pages in all priced at £39.99 plus P&P. We hope you enjoy reading it.