Wildlife Conservation Books for Nature Lovers
Whether your work involves species conservation, habitat restoration or biodiversity research—or you’re simply passionate about nature, the right book can be an invaluable tool. At Lynx Nature Books, we specialise in wildlife conservation books that combine scientific rigour, visual precision, and editorial depth.
Our publications are not only designed to inform—they aim to support real-world efforts in protecting endangered species, preserving ecosystems, and understanding animal behaviour across habitats.
How scientific publications support conservation
In the fight to protect biodiversity, access to accurate, reliable information is essential. Yet not all wildlife books offer the same value. Effective conservation tools go beyond surface-level knowledge. They offer taxonomic coherence, ecological clarity, and editorial consistency—attributes that are especially valuable for professionals working in wildlife management, conservation biology, and ecosystem preservation.
Our books are developed to serve both the scientific community and field practitioners. They are designed to inform conservation strategies, species recovery plans, habitat restoration, and biodiversity monitoring. Each title is built with a strong scientific foundation, a unified visual approach, and attention to how knowledge is applied on the ground.
Some of our works support zoologists and policy makers in protected area design. Others help educators and field guides communicate nature’s complexity to the public. And many of them do both. Across our catalogue, the goal remains the same: to publish knowledge that can be applied—to inform, to inspire, and ultimately, to protect—not just in theory, but in practice.
A foundation built on encyclopedic knowledge
Our editorial programme spans multiple formats and audiences, but its foundation lies in two monumental reference works: the Handbook of the Birds of the World and the Handbook of the Mammals of the World. These encyclopedic collections—unprecedented in scope and scale—were the first to illustrate and describe every known species of bird and mammal on the planet. They not only set a new benchmark for biodiversity publishing, but also established Lynx Nature Books as a global reference in the field.
Handbook of the Birds of the World(SET of 17 volumes)
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Handbook of the Mammals of the World(SET of 9 volumes)
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Still widely used by researchers, NGOs, conservation agencies, and wildlife institutions, these handbooks remain core references for global efforts in species assessment, wildlife policy, biodiversity research, and environmental policy. Few complete collections of Handbook of the Birds of the World remain available today, underscoring their lasting scientific and editorial value.
From these landmark works, two key projects emerged: the HBW and BirdLife International Illustrated Checklist of the Birds of the World and the Illustrated Checklist of the Mammals of the World. Designed for greater portability and practical use, they integrate taxonomic updates, conservation status, and distribution maps, and are now standard references in databases, fieldwork protocols, and international biodiversity projects.
Illustrated Checklist of the Birds of the World & Illustrated Checklist of the Mammals of the World(SET of four books)
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From handbooks to single-volume tools for species awareness
This editorial lineage continues with All the Birds of the World and All the Mammals of the World, which offer accessible, single-volume overviews of entire taxonomic classes. Drawing from the rigour of our handbooks and checklists, these books present global diversity with visual coherence and scientific integrity.
They are widely used in educational settings, nature interpretation, and as entry points for those engaging with species identification or biodiversity outreach.
Alongside these global works, we also publish field guides that turn international science into locally grounded action. Our field guides—like the second edition of Birds of Vietnam, developed in collaboration with regional experts, reflect the need for accurate, practical tools tailored to specific contexts.
Other titles like Birds of Colombia and the forthcoming second edition of Birds of New Guinea follow the same approach: producing guides that are scientifically grounded and locally relevant.
Books that build emotional connection with nature
Scientific information is not always enough to shift how we relate to the natural world. Sometimes, it’s the emotional connection—the sense of wonder or closeness—that inspires lasting commitment to nature conservation.
Ornithographies, for example, transform bird flight into a visual narrative of space and time through a unique photographic lens, while Portfolio 1 – Photographs and stories of extraordinary birds brings together artistic and documentary perspectives to spark emotional engagement.
These titles invite readers to connect with wildlife not just analytically, but intuitively—a vital element in shaping long-term conservation values. Their creative approach adds another dimension to our nature publishing, bridging the space between science, art, and emotional connection.
Conservation in action: maps, names, and decisions
From reforestation strategies to climate change adaptation, decisions in conservation often rely on current and consistent information. Our books offer the scientific foundation for those decisions.
The HBW and BirdLife International Illustrated Checklist of the Birds of the World is a central reference for NGOs and international bodies. Its unified taxonomy and extensive illustrations have helped shape red list evaluations, inform species recovery programmes, and support standardised data collection across continents.
HBW and BirdLife International Illustrated Checklist of the Birds of the World(SET of two books)
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Across our catalogue, distribution maps provide vital insights for habitat management. Whether in encyclopedias, field guides, wildlife monographs or reference works, these maps help conservationists monitor species ranges, identify high-priority areas, and respond to shifts linked to climate change, land use, or human impact.
Many of our titles also support legal and regulatory processes, including species listings under CITES, national conservation strategies, and efforts to prevent wildlife trafficking. They are practical references in biodiversity management—connecting names, images, maps, and scientific data in a usable, trustworthy format.
From scientific knowledge to conservation action
Wildlife conservation begins with understanding, but it doesn’t end there. A well-made book can change how someone sees their local wetlands. It can inform a reforestation strategy, assist a ranger in identifying species, or help a young biologist find their path.
At Lynx Nature Books, we publish conservation books that are meant to be used—on desks, in the field, in classrooms, and in meetings where decisions about our planet’s future are made. Each title is developed with long-term utility in mind: accurate, durable, and shaped to support the real needs of those engaged in conservation, research, and education.
Whether you’re mapping biodiversity in the Amazon, monitoring seabird colonies in the South Pacific, learning to identify the birds in your garden, our books offer a reliable foundation—and an invitation to act.
Let us know if you’d like help choosing the best books about biodiversity for your field or region.
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