Birds of South-East Asia (Collins Field Guide)

Hardback

Main Details

Title Birds of South-East Asia (Collins Field Guide)
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Norman Arlott
SeriesCollins Field Guide
Physical Properties
Format:Hardback
Pages:448
Dimensions(mm): Height 198,Width 133
ISBN/Barcode 9780007429547
ClassificationsDewey:598.0959
Audience
General

Publishing Details

Publisher HarperCollins Publishers
Imprint William Collins
Publication Date 27 July 2017
Publication Country United Kingdom

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 China (south of the line used to define the Palearctic), Hainan (treated separately from SE China), Taiwan, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam, Peninsular Malaysia, Singapore and the Coco Islands. 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.

Author Biography

Wildlife artist Norman Arlott has illustrated nearly 100 books and his artwork regularly appears in magazines. He has designed special bird stamp issues for countries including Jamaica, Bahamas, Seychelles, British Virgin Islands, The Gambia, Malawi and Christmas Island. He has also led ornithology tours to East Africa.

Reviews

Praise for Norman Arlott: 'A very attractive portable guide [...] stunningly attractive plates [...] beautifully crafted, neat and crisp paintings' Birdwatch magazine 'It's only small, but my goodness it makes your mouth water. Just look at all those babblers and warblers. It's like a big box of sweeties. A perfect present for a fellow bird-nut. Or then again, you could treat yourself.' Rob Innes, Cage & Aviary Birds 'This book is worth buying for the magnificent artwork alone.' Eric Brown, Kentish Times