Newman's Birds of Southern Africa
Author : Kenneth B. Newman
Publisher :
Page : 512 pages
File Size : 26,36 MB
Release : 1996
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780813014272
Author : Kenneth B. Newman
Publisher :
Page : 512 pages
File Size : 26,36 MB
Release : 1996
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780813014272
Author : Kenneth Newman
Publisher : Penguin Random House South Africa
Page : 2210 pages
File Size : 33,14 MB
Release : 2024-06-07
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1775848388
Newman’s Birds by Colour offers beginner birders a quick and simple way to identify southern Africa’s most common birds using colour as a starting point. Now in its fourth edition, this handy illustrated guide has been updated to include the latest common names, expanded habitat information, and up-to-date distribution maps. An informative introduction provides practical tips for identifying birds, and includes information on bird anatomy and classification, and guidance on where to look for birds and what you need to go birding. Sales points: Fully revised – now with illustrations PLUS photographs. Use colour to ID birds. Bird names in indigenous languages too. Distribution maps for each species. Ideal for novice birders.
Author : Kenneth B. Newman
Publisher :
Page : 124 pages
File Size : 12,59 MB
Release : 1992
Category : Birds
ISBN :
Author : Kenneth Newman
Publisher : Penguin Random House South Africa
Page : 1073 pages
File Size : 27,94 MB
Release : 2013-07-02
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1775840298
This commemorative edition of Newman's Birds of Southern Africa at once updates a classic and pays tribute to one of the region's best-loved birding authors, the late Kenneth Newman. With the support of bird expert Faansie Peacock, the author's daughter, Vanessa Newman, has thoroughly revised, updated and expanded this new edition to reflect the latest avian research. Its range includes the birds of South Africa, Zimbabwe, Namibia, Botswana, Swaziland, Lesotho and Mozambique, as well as those from the southern seas. A hands-on, practical guide for birders at all levels, it offers: * a familiar, user-friendly format * colour coding of major bird groups * bold cross-referencing between text and images * accurate paintings of each bird as it is seen in the field * diagnostic features labelled on illustrations * clear, informative introduction This updated edition of Newman's Birds of Southern Africa celebrates the life-long work of Ken Newman and the dedication with which he served the birding community of southern Africa, from novices to seasoned birders. It will be a treasured volume for many years to come.
Author : Kenneth Newman
Publisher : Penguin Random House South Africa
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 33,19 MB
Release : 2010
Category : Birds
ISBN : 9781770078765
Its range includes the birds of South Africa, Zimbabwe, Namibia, Botswana, Swaziland, Lesotho and Mozambique, as well as those from the southern seas. --
Author : Kenneth Newman
Publisher : Struik Publishers
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 38,11 MB
Release : 2011
Category : Birds
ISBN : 9781770079427
The name Ken Newman is synonymous with birds and birding, and 'Newman's birds by colour' remains a favourite among both younger birders and those starting out in the field.
Author : Austin Roberts
Publisher :
Page : 620 pages
File Size : 32,80 MB
Release : 1957
Category : Birds
ISBN :
Author : Vincent Carruthers
Publisher : Penguin Random House South Africa
Page : 1866 pages
File Size : 11,87 MB
Release : 2017-02-06
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1775844641
A field guide to the wildlife of southern Africa, describing over 2,000 plants and animals, with accurate illustrations in full colour. This book has been a trusted fi eld companion for many years. Comprehensively updated, it now features range maps for most groups. The chapters are colour-coded for easy reference, and diagnostic features appear in bold type within the descriptions. Each chapter is written by a leading expert in the field. All the main plant and animal groups are covered: Lower invertebrates, Spiders and other arachnids, Insects, Freshwater fishes, Frogs, Reptiles, Birds, Mammals, Grasses, sedges, ferns and fungi, Wild flowers, Trees
Author : Kenneth Newman
Publisher : Struik Publishers
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 26,61 MB
Release : 2000
Category : Birds
ISBN : 9781868724482
Companion volume to: Newman's birds of Southern Africa.
Author : Doug Newman
Publisher : Penguin Random House South Africa
Page : 490 pages
File Size : 33,51 MB
Release : 2021-02-05
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1775846598
Now updated and expanded, Southern African LBJs made simple offers a unique method for identifying and distinguishing the cryptic little birds that are known as ‘little brown jobs’. Using a three-stage process, the book guides readers through successive stages, each of which takes them closer to identifying the bird in question. As calls play a critical role in identification of these birds, individual calls and comparative tracks are included. The book features: NEW BIRD CALL ACCESS – instant access to calls using free downloadable call app to scan barcodes on the species pages. Concise text describing key ID criteria (such as size, habitat, habits, call and similar-looking and -sounding birds). Updated distribution maps and carefully labelled illustrations. This enhanced and updated new edition will be an invaluable guide for anyone who wants to be able to tell one LBJ from another. Sales points: invaluable resource for identifying cryptic birds; fully updated, with additional species and refined ID information; scan and play bird calls using free downloadable app.