A Naturalist's Guide to the Flowers of Sri Lanka
A Naturalist's Guide to the Flowers of Sri Lanka

Author: Gehan de Silva Wijeyeratne

Publisher:

Published: 2019-03-21

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781912081554

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Photographic identification guide to the 280 flower species most commonly seen in Sri Lanka which is perfect for resident and visitor alike. Over 300 high quality photographs from Sri Lanka's top nature photographers are accompanied by detailed species descriptions, which include nomenclature, size, distribution and habitat. The user-friendly introduction covers geography and climate, the different habitats and flower structure. Also included is a complete checklist of the flowers of Sri Lanka

Naturalists Guide to Garden Flowers of India
Naturalists Guide to Garden Flowers of India

Author: P. Sachdeva

Publisher: Naturalist's Guide

Published: 2019-10-28

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781912081752

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High quality photographs from India's top nature photographers are accompanied by detailed species descriptions, which include nomenclature, identifying features, and habitats. The user-friendly introduction covers geography and climate, flower habitats, and flower identification.

A Naturalist's Guide to the Trees of Sri Lanka
A Naturalist's Guide to the Trees of Sri Lanka

Author: Gehan de Silva Wijeyeratne

Publisher:

Published: 2020-10

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781912081486

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Over 350 high quality photographs from Sri Lanka's top nature photographers are accompanied by detailed species descriptions, which include nomenclature, size, distribution, and habitat. The user-friendly introduction covers geography and climate, the different habitats, and tree structure.

A Naturalist's Guide to the Birds of Sri Lanka (3rd Edition)
A Naturalist's Guide to the Birds of Sri Lanka (3rd Edition)

Author: Gehan de Silva Wijeyeratne

Publisher:

Published: 2021-04-29

Total Pages: 176

ISBN-13: 9781913679002

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A fully revised edition of this bestselling, easy-to-use identification guide to 278 bird species covering the most commonly seen in Sri Lanka. Written by an experienced birder with a track record for writing to a popular audience, this is an ideal, portable guide for residents and visitors alike. The author's top quality photographs are accompanied by detailed species descriptions, which include nomenclature, plumage, distribution, habits and habitat. The species accounts cover 75 of the 82 families of birds recorded in Sri Lanka and distinguish between highly scarce migrants and vagrants to explain what a realistic and good 'country list' and 'trip list' would be for residents and visitors respectively. The user-friendly introduction covers bird topography, bird orders, a novel photographic summary in taxonomic order of all 34 endemic birds that are key target species, and the main sites for viewing the listed species. Also included is a checklist of all of the birds of Sri Lanka encompassing, for each species, its common and scientific names as well as its national status.

Birds of Sri Lanka
Birds of Sri Lanka

Author: Deepal Warakagoda

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing

Published: 2022-03-17

Total Pages: 438

ISBN-13: 1472966473

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The definitive photographic guide to the amazing avifauna of Sri Lanka. The island of Sri Lanka is one of Southern Asia's most popular birding destinations, boasting a remarkably high number of endemic species. The perfect companion for any wildlife-friendly visitor, Birds of Sri Lanka provides photographic coverage of more than 320 species that regularly occur in the region. Concise text for each species includes information on identification, songs and calls, behaviour, distribution and habitat, with each photo having been carefully selected to guide identification. A guide to the best birdwatching sites in Sri Lanka is also included. Portable yet authoritative, this is the perfect guide for travellers and birdwatchers visiting this spectacular and bird-rich destination.

A Naturalist's Guide to the Mammals of Sri Lanka
A Naturalist's Guide to the Mammals of Sri Lanka

Author: Gehan de Silva Wijeyeratne

Publisher:

Published: 2021-03-25

Total Pages: 176

ISBN-13: 9781912081448

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A photographic identification guide to 92 land and 30 marine mammals represents 90 per cent of all mammals in Sri Lanka, providing a perfect for guide for residents and visitors alike. Over 300 high-quality photographs from Sri Lanka's top nature photographers are accompanied by detailed species descriptions, which include nomenclature, size, distribution, habitat and viewing tips. The user-friendly introduction covers climatic zones, topography, top wildlife sites, night safaris and where to watch marine mammals. Also included is an all-important checklist of all of the mammals of Sri Lanka encompassing, for each species, its common and scientific names.

Mammals of Sri Lanka
Mammals of Sri Lanka

Author: Gehan de Silva Wijeyeratne

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing

Published: 2016-07-14

Total Pages: 171

ISBN-13: 1472932897

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A portable guide on the mammals of Sri Lanka A compact, easy-to-use mammal identification guide for any nature watcher on a visit to Sri Lanka. More than 40 species are described here in detail, from the Grey Slender Loris to the Giant Squirrel and the Fishing Cat. All of these animals are clearly illustrated in a collection of specially commissioned colour photographs. With more than 130 full-colour photographs, a regional distribution map and handy tips on the best localities for spotting animals. Illustrated with clear colour photography and brief but authoritative descriptions the Pocket Photo Guides highlight the species of animals from each region that the traveller is most likely to see, as well as those that are truly endemic (only to be seen in that country or region) or special rarities. The genuine pocket size allow the books to be carried around on trips and excursions and will take up minimal rucksack and suitcase space.