Collins Field Guides: Birds of the Philippines
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Author Description
This comprehensive new field guide is an excellent addition to the world-renowned series – the ultimate reference book for travelling birdwatchers.Every species of bird you might encounter in the region is featured, apart from non-established introductions. This includes coverage of the Greater Sundas (Sumatra, Java, Bali and Borneo), the Philippines and Wallacea (Sulawesi, the Lesser Sundas and the Moluccas [Maluku]). Also included are the endemic species from Christmas Island in the Indian Ocean. As many of the major subspecies as possible are also included.Beautiful artwork depicts their breeding plumage, and non-breeding plumage when it differs significantly. The accompanying text concentrates on the specific characteristics and appearance of each species that allow identification in the field, including voice and distribution maps.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This comprehensive field guide serves as an ultimate reference for birdwatchers in the Philippines and surrounding regions. It details every species likely to be encountered, excluding non-established introductions, and covers the Greater Sundas, the Philippines, Wallacea, and endemic species from Christmas Island. The guide includes coverage of major subspecies, with beautiful artwork depicting breeding and non-breeding plumages where they differ significantly.
THE SCOPE MAP
- Detailed coverage of bird species found in the Philippines, Greater Sundas (Sumatra, Java, Bali, Borneo), Wallacea (Sulawesi, Lesser Sundas, Moluccas), and Christmas Island.
- Illustrations depicting breeding plumage and significant non-breeding plumage variations.
- Text focusing on field identification characteristics, appearance, voice, and distribution maps for each species.
- Inclusion of as many major subspecies as possible.
- Designed as a comprehensive reference for travelling birdwatchers.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
As part of a renowned series, this guide is positioned as an excellent and ultimate reference for birdwatchers. The detailed coverage of species, subspecies, and their identification characteristics, supported by artwork and distribution maps, suggests it is a valuable resource for field identification in the specified regions. The inclusion of extensive geographical areas and subspecies indicates a thorough approach to ornithological documentation.
Page Count:
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Publication Date:
1988-01-01
Publisher:
Haribon Foundation
ISBN-10:
0008102392
ISBN-13:
9780008102395
Animals
Non-Fiction
Birds
Field Guide
Wildlife
Animals
Asia
Science & Math
Ornithology
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