This new title in the popular Concise Guide series of pocket guides endorsed by The Wildlife Trusts provides everything you need to know to enjoy pond dipping and identify pond species and other wildlife you can see in and around freshwater habitats in the British Isles and Europe.Each species account includes accurate colour artworks and concise descriptions detailing the size, behaviour and distribution of 180 species you might see while pond dipping in your garden, on a day trip or while you're on holiday in Britain and Europe.Tiffany Francis Baker shares the excitement of pond dipping through her accessible, friendly text and explains how this fun activity gets you closer to nature wherever you are, broadens your knowledge of wildlife and allows you to understand freshwater habitats through the eyes of the species that live in them.Tiffany's helpful introduction includes practical an overview of pond and freshwater ecology, explaining why these can be such diverse habitats, and she outlines everything you need to know to get pond dipping, including the equipment you'll need, best practices and ethical guidance, as well as useful tips and advice on where and when to look for particular species.