A Photographic Field Guide to the Birds of Gujarat for Amateurs
Author : R. B. Balar
Publisher :
Page : 342 pages
File Size : 24,22 MB
Release : 2007
Category : Birds
ISBN :
A Photographic Field Guide to the Birds of India, Pakistan, Nepal, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh
Author : Bikram Grewal
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 792 pages
File Size : 20,86 MB
Release : 2017-04-25
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0691176493
Book Description
This is the only comprehensive photographic field guide to the birds of the entire Indian subcontinent. Every distinct species and subspecies—some 1,375 in all—is covered with photographs, text, and maps. The guide features more than 4,000 stunning photographs, many never before published, which have been carefully selected to illustrate key identification features of each species. The up-to-date facing-page text includes concise descriptions of plumage, voice, range, habitat, and recent taxonomic changes. Each species has a detailed map reflecting the latest distribution information and containing notes on status and population density. The guide also features an introduction that provides an overview of birdlife and a brief history of ornithology in India and its neighbors. The result is an encyclopedic photographic guide that is essential for everyone birding anywhere in the subcontinent. Covers all 1,375 subcontinental bird species Features more than 4,000 stunning photographs to aid quick field identification Includes up-to-date facing-page text and range maps Contains concise descriptions of plumage, voice, habitat, and much more
Photographic Guide to the Birds of India
Author : Bikram Grewal
Publisher : Tuttle Publishing
Page : 515 pages
File Size : 35,65 MB
Release : 2014-11-04
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1462914853
Book Description
Periplus is proud to present the first comprehensive photographic guide to the birds of the Indian subcontinent. This ebook offers over 800 species and distinct sub-species and contains over 1,000 full-color photographs. Each species has a distribution map. Many of the photographs in this magnificent volume appear for the first time and have been carefully selected to show the most important features of the species illustrated. In several cases, different plumages or flight shots are included. The concise text provided vital information on the plumages, voice and habits of each species covered and includes new information. Over a hundred related species are also mentioned in the texts. The maps are accompanied by a note on the status and distribution. This ebook will enable accurate field identification in one of the world's most diverse avifaunal regions. Indispensable reading for all bird lovers.
Birds in Books
Author : Aasheesh Pittie
Publisher :
Page : 880 pages
File Size : 35,18 MB
Release : 2010
Category : Birds
ISBN :
Book Description
The history of South Asian ornithology spans three centuries and records over 1200 species of birds. This is the passionate work of hundreds of amateur and professional ornithologists. The popular as well as scientific documentation of this region s avifauna is prodigious.
Photographic Guide to the Birds of Sri Lanka
Author : Bikram Grewal
Publisher : Tuttle Publishing
Page : 515 pages
File Size : 25,24 MB
Release : 2002-06-10
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1462916317
Book Description
A Photographic Guide to the Birds of Sri Lanka and India is the best, most comprehensive photographic guide to the birds of South Asia. Because of its vast size and geographical location, the Indian subcontinent has some of the world's most diverse avifauna. It boasts of thousands of species. This birdwatching book covers over 800 species and distinct sub-species and contains over 1,000 full-color photographs. Each species has a distribution map Many of the photographs in this magnificent volume appear for the first time and have been carefully selected to show the most important features of the species illustrated. In several cases, different plumages or flight shots are included. The concise text provides vital information on the plumages, voice and habits of each species are also mentioned in the texts. The maps are accompanied by a note on the status and distribution. This birdwatching book will enable accurate field identification in one of the world's most diverse avifaunal regions. Indispensable reading for all bird lovers.
Photographic Field Guide - Wildlife of South India
Author : Surya Ramachandran
Publisher :
Page : 362 pages
File Size : 50,39 MB
Release : 2021-04-02
Category :
ISBN : 9781637147290
Book Description
'Photographic Field Guide - Wildlife of South India' is the first-of-its-kind comprehensive field guide covering all the mammals, birds, butterflies, dragonflies, reptiles and amphibians of the six states (Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka, Goa, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana) of south India. The book is a must have for wilderness enthusiasts as it is a true ambassador to the biodiversity of south India in its own right. It is sure to transform wilderness walks and safaris and even the way people perceive urban wilderness, starting from one's own balconies and gardens. The book, which has 360 pages, covers 1920 species belonging to the six taxa using 1850 photographs contributed by around 280 photographers from India and beyond. The information presented in various sections of 'Photographic Field Guide - Wildlife of South India' has been vetted and added to by experts from the scientific world.
Faunal Diversity of Khijadiya Lake and Bird Sanctuary, Gujarat
Author : Sanjeev Kumar
Publisher :
Page : 234 pages
File Size : 20,36 MB
Release : 2013
Category : Birds
ISBN :
Book Description
Wildlife of Central India
Author : David Raju
Publisher : Notion Press
Page : 694 pages
File Size : 44,98 MB
Release : 2017-02-17
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1946390097
Book Description
This comprehensive field guide to the wildlife of Central India covers 850 species including - 75 mammals - 433 birds - 156 butterflies - 84 dragonflies - 18 amphibians - 84 reptiles Highlights: - Over 900 top quality species images - Simple yet informative maps of the region - Up-to-date taxonomic data - Information based on the experience of the authors who have been field naturalists in this very landscape for many years. The visual treat of the images captured by 100 of India's top wildlife photographers, combined with simple descriptions and user-friendly design, will surely arouse the curiosity of all wildlife enthusiasts and help them explore further the treasures of the jungle.
A Field Guide to the Birds of the Indian Subcontinent
Author : Krys Kazmierczak
Publisher : Christopher Helm Publishers, Incorporated
Page : 352 pages
File Size : 26,31 MB
Release : 2008-10-10
Category : Birds
ISBN : 9781408109786
Book Description
This guide covers all the species of birds found on the Indian subcontinent. It provides a companion for anyone travelling in Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Nepal, Pakistan, the Maldives and Sri Lanka.
Beat about the Bush
Author : Trevor Carnaby
Publisher : Jacana Media
Page : 770 pages
File Size : 29,60 MB
Release : 2008
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1770092412
Book Description
Revealing fascinating insights into the mysterious lives of birds native to the mother continent, this remarkable guide exhibits the many vibrantly colorful species found in the South African bush. Providing an in-depth discourse on all aspects of bird life--detailing their myriad forms, survival strategies in a harsh landscape, breeding and feeding behaviors, movements, migrations, preferred habitat, unique behavioral patterns, and vocalizations--this comprehensive manual also expertly advises on how to easily and accurately identify each individual species. Populated with more than 900 brilliantly vivid photographs and exhaustively researched to fill the gap in existing literature and field guides, this essential reference will delight nature lovers, tourists, birdwatchers, and bush lovers alike.
