Birds of Ecuador and Galapagos
Author: Clive Byers
Publisher:
Published: 2009
Total Pages: 144
ISBN-13: 9783835930513
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Birds of Western Ecuador
Author: Nick Athanas
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Published: 2016-06-14
Total Pages: 448
ISBN-13: 140088070X
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe ultimate photographic guide to the birds of western Ecuador Western Ecuador is famed for its astonishingly diverse birdlife, from colorful hummingbirds and outrageous toucans to more difficult groups like raptors, flycatchers, and ovenbirds. Here is the ultimate photographic guide to the spectacular birds of this region. Featuring nearly 1,500 stunning color photos of 946 species, this richly detailed and taxonomically sophisticated field guide will help you with even the toughest identification challenges. Species accounts, photos, and color distribution maps appear side by side, making it easier than ever to find what you are looking for, whether you are in the field or preparing for your trip. Features nearly 1,500 photos of 946 species Includes facing-page species accounts, photos, and maps Provides photos of multiple plumages for many species Helps you to differentiate between similar species
Wildlife of Ecuador
Author: Andrés Vásquez Noboa
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Published: 2017-05-30
Total Pages: 288
ISBN-13: 0691161364
DOWNLOAD EBOOKMainland Ecuador's spectacular wildlife makes it a magnet for nature tourists, but until now there hasn't been a go-to, all-in-one guide geared to the general reader. With this handy and accessible guide, visitors now have everything they need to identify and enjoy the majority of birds and animals they are likely to see. Written and illustrated by two of Ecuador's most experienced nature guides and photographers, this book covers more than 350 birds, mammals, amphibians, and reptiles. It features over 400 stunning color photographs and includes a range map for each species, as well as a brief account of the country's natural history and biogeography. With its extensive coverage, attractive and easy-to-use layout, beautiful photographs, and nontechnical text, this is an essential guide for anyone who wants to explore the natural wonders of Ecuador. An essential all-in-one guide to mainland Ecuador's amazing wildlife Unique and attractive layout with more than 400 stunning color photographs Covers more than 350 of the most frequently seen birds, mammals, reptiles, and amphibians Uses a habitat-based approach to aid identification Accessible text provides key information on identification, behavior, biology, and conservation Photos, maps, and text are presented together for ease of use
Field Guide to the Birds of Ecuador
Author: Robin Restall
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Published: 2019-05-18
Total Pages: 658
ISBN-13: 147297249X
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe definitive field guide to the rich avifauna of Ecuador. This up-to-date and comprehensive guide to the birds of mainland Ecuador is a valuable resource for anyone exploring the mountains, forests and wetlands of this incredibly bird-rich country. With thousands of beautiful and detailed paintings, accompanied by concise descriptions and accurate maps, this is an indispensable guide to bird identification in Ecuador. It covers every species and most subspecies recorded in Ecuador, including migrants and vagrants, with accurate and up-to-date distribution maps. There are also 291 colour plates included, which illustrate more than 1,630 species, with text on facing pages for quick and easy reference. Concise text provides an overview of the species' identification, voice, habits, habitats, range, distribution and status.
Fieldbook of the Birds of Ecuador
Author: Miles McMullan
Publisher:
Published: 2013-01-31
Total Pages: 230
ISBN-13: 9780982761533
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe Birds of Ecuador
Author: Robert S. Ridgely
Publisher: Christopher Helm Publishers, Incorporated
Published: 2001
Total Pages: 848
ISBN-13: 9780713661170
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThese widely anticipated volumes comprehensively treat the nearly 1600 species of birds that can be found in mainland Ecuador. Volume 2: Field Guide contains 96 full-colour plates and facing pages of descriptive text, a colour map of Ecuador, 2 line drawings of bird anatomy, 115 silhouette outlines and nearly 1600 distribution maps. All species are illustrated in full colour, including migrants and vagrants and visually distinctive subspecies. The text focuses on the field indentification aspects of each species, including their behaviour, vocalisations and nest appearance.
Birds, Mammals, and Reptiles of the Galápagos Islands
Author: Andy Swash
Publisher: Yale University Press
Published: 2005-01-01
Total Pages: 180
ISBN-13: 9780300115321
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis pocket-sized volume is a comprehensive guide to the unique wildlife of the Galapagos, encompassing the birds, mammals, and reptiles a visitor to these extraordinary islands might encounter. 53 color plates.
Wildlife of the Galapagos
Author: Julian Fitter
Publisher: Traveller's Guide
Published: 2016
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9780008156732
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe islands of the Galápagos, situated off the coast of Ecuador in South America, are home to some of the world's most fascinating wildlife and are visited by thousands of tourists each year.
Birds of Ecuador and Galapagos
Author: Clive Byers
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Published: 2017-03-09
Total Pages: 146
ISBN-13: 1472937880
DOWNLOAD EBOOKAn authoritative pocket guide to the birds of Ecuador and Galapagos Although it is one of South America's smallest countries, Ecuador is home to nearly 1,600 species of birds. This is thanks to the huge variety of habitats created by the Andes. The country is a birder's paradise and an increasingly popular tourist destination. Areas such as Tandayapa, Mindo and La Selva are renowned for their birdwatching potential and boast such dramatic species as Toucan Barbet, Andean Cock-of-the-Rock, Andean Condor, Giant Conebill and Ocellated Tapaculo, plus an array of brightly coloured manikins, cotingas, tanagers and hummingbirds. Offshore, the Galapagos Islands provide one of the world's greatest wildlife spectacles.Two hundred and fifty-two of Ecuador and the Galapagos' most interesting and spectacular birds are featured in this concise and easy-to-use guide. Illustrated with clear colour photography and brief but authoritative descriptions the Pocket Photo Guides highlight the species of birds and animals from each region that the traveller is most likely to see, as well as those that are genuinely 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.
Watching Wildlife
Author: David Andrew
Publisher:
Published: 2005
Total Pages: 160
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOKFrom famous finches to marine iguanas, the Galapagos is a dream location for anyone interested in the natural world. The islands, located off the coast of Ecuador, are home to some of the world's most unusual wildlife. An invaluable guide, Watching Wildlife Galapagos Islands features detailed coverage of conservation issues, ecotourism and natural history, hundreds of colour photographs that highlight the rich variety of fauna, and numerous ways to explore the volcanic beauty ashore or the snorkelling wonders of the seas.
