The fields of ornithology or birdwatching are not simple. Even some experienced experts find it difficult to maintain the right perspective, as ornithology itself encompasses over 10,000 different bird species. It should be noted that only a fraction of these bird species occur in Europe, and even fewer can actually be observed in Germany. To make this a bit easier, this book serves as a bird guide and advisor on the 100 most well-known European bird species that can be observed in Germany as resident birds, migratory birds, or stopover birds. The bird portraits are informative yet concise, making this small book practical enough to take along on a hike or directly for birdwatching. Contents of the book: - What is ornithology? - Birds in facts - Overview of German birds - Glossary of technical terms - Hiking tour recommendations. The book contains more than 40 illustrations. The original color images are linked with practical QR codes. Gift or buy yourself this first introduction to the world of birds now.