Birds of Senegal and The Gambia

Description

This new field guide covers The Gambia, a country which is very popular with a large number of birders and tourists, and the whole of neighbouring Senegal. This fascinating region shelters many Western Palearctic migrants from September to April, as well as a significant list of resident West African birds. The stunning colour plates depict more than 680 species, covering almost every distinct plumage and race. The authoritative text highlights the key features needed to identify each species in the field, and accurate up-to-date maps are provided for every species. This comprehensive guide is an essential companion for anyone visiting The Gambia and Senegal.

Nik Borrow and Ron Demey are the co-authors of Birds of Senegal and The Gambia. Nik studied painting at Wimbledon School of Art and is responsible for the illustrations and maps in the book. He has a particular interest in the Afrotropics and been birding in sub-Saharan Africa since 1987, principally leading birding tours. He is currently a member of the East African Rarities Committee, a keen photographer and lives in Norfolk, England. Ron Demey is a freelance ornithologist who has lived and worked in several West African countries for many years. During this time he has travelled extensively in the region, amassing a considerable knowledge of its avifauna. He has worked on several African projects for BirdLife International, participated in Rapid Assessment Program expeditions organised by Conservation International, and carried out various surveys in the Afrotropics. He is currently editor of Bulletin of the African Bird Club.

'one of the best' * thetraveleditor.com (March 2011) *