This classic guide to the butterflies of Britain and northern Europe enters its third edition as part of the authoritative Collins Guide series. This comprehensive guide to the butterflies of Britain and Europe features over 400 species, depicting both male and female insects. Species descriptions include details on taxonomic nomenclature, distribution, flight period, variation, habitat, behaviour and life cycle. Subspecies are included where there is significant variation, and distribution maps accompany each widespread species. Illustrated by Richard Lewington, the world's leading butterfly illustrator, this is an ideal field guide for travelling naturalists and butterfly enthusiasts alike and is an essential addition to every nature lover's bookshelves. Key title e Features over 2,000 beautiful colour illustrations by the worlde(tm)s leading butterfly artist e Covers all species, with details on taxonomic nomenclature, distribution, flight period, variation, habitat, behaviour and life cycle e Distribution maps provided for each species e An indispensable guide for all butterfly enthusiasts.