Birds of China

Birds of China

by John Mackinnon, Nigel Hicks
Birds of China

Birds of China

by John Mackinnon, Nigel Hicks

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Overview

A compact, easy-to-use bird identification guide for any nature watcher on a visit to China, one of the world's top destinations for watching birds. A total of 252 species is described here in detail, from the majestic Black-crowned Night Heron to the striking Large Niltava. All of these birds are clearly illustrated in a collection of specially commissioned color photographs. With almost 300 full-color photographs, easy-to-use thumbnail family silhouettes, a regional distribution map and handy tips on the best birding localities.

Illustrated with clear color photography and brief but authoritative descriptions the Pocket Photo Guides highlight the species of birds and animals from each region that the traveler 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 backpack and suitcase space.


Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781472932136
Publisher: Bloomsbury USA
Publication date: 02/28/2017
Series: Pocket Photo Guides
Pages: 144
Product dimensions: 3.70(w) x 7.40(h) x 0.40(d)

About the Author

John MacKinnon was Professor of Biodiversity Information at the Durrell Institute of Conservation and Ecology at the University of Kent in Canterbury, England. He spent eight years working on conservation projects in China. He has published Wild China, A Photoguide to the Birds of China, and A Field Guide to the Birds of Borneo, Sumatra, Java and Bali.

Nigel Hicks is a professional photographer based in Devon. His portfolio includes a wide range of natural history subjects.

Table of Contents

Introduction
How to use this book
Parts of a bird
Glossary
China's avifauna
Key to coloured tabs
Bird habitats of China
Administrative units of China
How to watch birds
Where to find birds in China
Acknowledgements
Species descriptions
Further reading
Index

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