Birds of the Indonesian Archipelago

Birds of the Indonesian Archipelago

Author: James A. Eaton

Publisher:

Published: 2016

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9788494189265

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The first ornithological field guide covering the vast chain of the Indonesian archipelago, with over 2,500 illustrations, describes all 1,417 bird species known to occur in the region, including 601 endemics, 98 vagrants, eight introduced species and 18 species yet to be formally described. Together these represent over 13% of global bird diversity. In addition, all subspecies from the region are described. The guide fully encompasses the biogeographic regions of the Greater Sundas (Sumatra, Borneo, Java and Bali) and Wallacea (Sulawesi, the Moluccas and the Lesser Sundas), plus all satellite islands. This region spans an arc of over 4,000 km along the Equator, including Brunei, East Timor, the Malaysian states of Sabah and Sarawak and most of the territory of the Republic of Indonesia. The authors' vast experience and knowledge of the region's birds brings together the latest taxonomic insights, knowledge of distribution, field identification features, vocalisations and more to create an indispensable reference for anyone with an interest in the avifauna of this fabulously diverse region.


A Photographic Guide to the Birds of Indonesia

A Photographic Guide to the Birds of Indonesia

Author: Morten Strange

Publisher: Princeton University Press

Published: 2001

Total Pages: 420

ISBN-13: 9780691114958

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This beautiful guide depicts over 600 species in almost 700 color photographs, offering detailed descriptions of each bird's voice and habits. Many of the photographs in this magnificent volume appear for the first time and have been carefully selected to show the rarest species.


Birds of the Greater Sundas, the Philippines, and Wallacea

Birds of the Greater Sundas, the Philippines, and Wallacea

Author: Norman Arlott

Publisher: Princeton Illustrated Checklis

Published: 2018

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780691180625

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A comprehensive illustrated guide to the birds of the Greater Sundas, the Philippines, and Wallacea Birds of the Greater Sundas, the Philippines, and Wallacea is a comprehensive illustrated guide to the varied and fascinating avian population inhabiting these Southeast Asian islands, which include Indonesian territories, the Philippine archipelago, and Borneo, the third-largest island in the world. Covering more than 1,900 species, this volume contains 179 beautiful color plates and 476 maps. The accompanying text provides detailed information about plumage, voice, range, distribution, status, and habitat. This accessible and much-needed guide will be essential for all bird enthusiasts traveling to this unique region. A comprehensive look at the more than 1,900 bird species of the Greater Sundas, the Philippines, and Wallacea Lavishly illustrated with 179 stunning color plates Gives detailed information about plumage, voice, range, distribution, status, and habitat Handy and easy to use


A Field Guide to the Birds of Borneo, Sumatra, Java, and Bali

A Field Guide to the Birds of Borneo, Sumatra, Java, and Bali

Author: John MacKinnon

Publisher: OUP Oxford

Published: 1993-07-29

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780198540342

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The islands of Borneo, Sumatra, Java, and Bali are ecologically one of the richest, most biologically complex areas in the world, sought out by thousands of knowledgeable nature lovers every year for the spectacular variety of wildlife and beautiful vistas. This book provides the first complete identification guides to the birds of this teeming tropical paradise. It gives descriptions of 820 regional species, illustrated in 88 specially commissioned color plates accompanied by notes detailing distinctive features and habitats. Entries cover nomenclature, plumage, markings, voice, global range, distribution and regional status, habits, and diet. The main text gives practical information on where to find many exotic species, citing major birdwatching locations. Introductory chapters discuss habitats, climate, land-use, and conservation concerns. Professional ornithologists and amateur bird watchers alike will find this the indispensable bird guide for eastern Malaysia and western Indonesia for many years to come. It is also an unrivalled source of information for casual travellers and ecotourists


Birds of New Guinea

Birds of New Guinea

Author: Thane K. Pratt

Publisher: Princeton University Press

Published: 2015

Total Pages: 528

ISBN-13: 0691095639

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Previous edition by Bruce M. Beehler, Thane K. Pratt, and Dale A. Zimmerman.


A Guide to the Birds of the Philippines

A Guide to the Birds of the Philippines

Author: Robert Kennedy

Publisher: Oxford University Press

Published: 2000-09-21

Total Pages: 544

ISBN-13: 9780198546689

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'... it is hoped that this book will 'Kick-start' interest in the Philippine's birds, both at home and abroad, before it is too late' Birding World


A Photographic Guide to Birds of Java, Sumatra and Bali

A Photographic Guide to Birds of Java, Sumatra and Bali

Author: Tony Tilford

Publisher:

Published: 2000

Total Pages: 138

ISBN-13:

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-- Distinctive thumbnail tabs outlining each family group to enable quick identification -- Compact, easy-to-use format, the ideal pocket-size travelling companion -- Authoritative text describing key identification features -- Full-color photographs illustrating key species