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Sunbirds Of The World - Sunbirds, Flowerpeckers, Spiderhunters And Sugarbirds, Second Edition

by Clive F. Mann e Robert A. Cheke

~~89,44€~~ 80,50€ 10% OFF

 ''This is a gorgeous book about some of the world''s most gorgeous birds.'' JARED DIAMOND Sunbirds are among the most striking of all bird groups; their dazzling iridescent plumage and long curved bills are conspicuous when the birds visit garden flowers on sunny days to feed on nectar. Some species - especially the females - are duller in appearance and harder to spot, feeding mostly on insects high up in forest canopies. Spiderhunters, as their name suggests, feed extensively on spiders, while sunbirds'' other close relatives, the flowerpeckers, are especially partial to mistletoe berries. This book is the last word on sunbird identification, ecology and behaviour. Now in its second edition, it has been fully revised and updated to reflect the many developments that have occurred in sunbird taxonomy, as well as the new research that has been published on their biology. It covers all 218 currently recognised species, providing details of key identification features, voice, habitat, distribution, conservation status, movements, food and behaviour. New colour art by award-winning artist Richard Allen has been added, and hundreds of high-quality colour photographs beautifully capture every species. Maps accurately depict geographical distributions of each taxon to subspecies level. This beautiful book is the definitive reference to the sunbirds, flowerpeckers, spiderhunters and sugarbirds of the world, and is essential reading for researchers, birders and conservationists alike.
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Sunbirds Of The World - Sunbirds, Flowerpeckers, Spiderhunters And Sugarbirds, Second Edition

by Clive F. Mann e Robert A. Cheke

~~89,44€~~ 80,50€ 10% OFF

 ''This is a gorgeous book about some of the world''s most gorgeous birds.'' JARED DIAMOND Sunbirds are among the most striking of all bird groups; their dazzling iridescent plumage and long curved bills are conspicuous when the birds visit garden flowers on sunny days to feed on nectar. Some species - especially the females - are duller in appearance and harder to spot, feeding mostly on insects high up in forest canopies. Spiderhunters, as their name suggests, feed extensively on spiders, while sunbirds'' other close relatives, the flowerpeckers, are especially partial to mistletoe berries. This book is the last word on sunbird identification, ecology and behaviour. Now in its second edition, it has been fully revised and updated to reflect the many developments that have occurred in sunbird taxonomy, as well as the new research that has been published on their biology. It covers all 218 currently recognised species, providing details of key identification features, voice, habitat, distribution, conservation status, movements, food and behaviour. New colour art by award-winning artist Richard Allen has been added, and hundreds of high-quality colour photographs beautifully capture every species. Maps accurately depict geographical distributions of each taxon to subspecies level. This beautiful book is the definitive reference to the sunbirds, flowerpeckers, spiderhunters and sugarbirds of the world, and is essential reading for researchers, birders and conservationists alike.
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Birds Of Paradise And Bowerbirds

by Phil Gregory

65,59€ + 10% CARD

 This authoritative handbook, part of the Helm Identification Guide series, looks in detail at the remarkable and diverse birds of paradise - perhaps the ultimate birders'' birds. Renowned for their elaborate and dazzling plumages, the birds of paradise (Paradisaeidae) and bowerbirds (Ptilonohynchidae) exhibit some of the most astonishing behaviours in the avian kingdom. The former is the most iconic group of birds found in New Guinea, while the bowerbirds extend into Australia, and are perhaps best known for the males'' construction of avenue bowers, used to tempt females on the forest floor. This comprehensive monograph is dedicated to these two families, combining the product of more than two decades of research and scholarship with original observations by the author and many other knowledgeable contributors. Birds of Paradise and Bowerbirds is the ultimate reference to these two groups. It provides a thorough guide to their identification, taxonomy and ecology, with detailed distribution maps accompanying the text. A series of beautifully illustrated plates by Richard Allen cover all of the 108 recognised taxa in these groups, with these supplemented by more than 200 photographs covering a range of racial and age-related plumage variety. This book is an indispensable addition to the libraries of all birders and ornithologists interested in these sensational birds.
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African Raptors

by Rob Davies e William S. Clark

89,44€ + 10% CARD

 The most comprehensive guide to African raptors ever published. Due to its large land mass and impressive variety of habitats, Africa has the most diverse range of raptors of any continent - with almost a third of the world''s species occurring in the region. These diurnal birds of prey are well known for their hooked bill and powerful talons, as well as their keen vision that enables them to accurately detect their prey during flight. This authoritative guide, part of the Helm Identification series, features all 106 species found in Africa, with particular emphasis on their field identification. Encompassing falcons, eagles, ospreys, kites, vultures and more, African Raptors discusses the identification of both perched and flying birds, bringing together the very latest research with accurate distribution maps, more than 300 colour photographs and 52 superb plates that illustrate a broad range of ages and racial plumage differences. This book is the ultimate reference on these remarkable birds, and will be indispensable for all birders and ornithologists with an interest in birds of prey.
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African Raptors

by Rob Davies e William S. Clark

89,44€ + 10% CARD

 The most comprehensive guide to African raptors ever published. Due to its large land mass and impressive variety of habitats, Africa has the most diverse range of raptors of any continent - with almost a third of the world''s species occurring in the region. These diurnal birds of prey are well known for their hooked bill and powerful talons, as well as their keen vision that enables them to accurately detect their prey during flight. This authoritative guide, part of the Helm Identification series, features all 106 species found in Africa, with particular emphasis on their field identification. Encompassing falcons, eagles, ospreys, kites, vultures and more, African Raptors discusses the identification of both perched and flying birds, bringing together the very latest research with accurate distribution maps, more than 300 colour photographs and 52 superb plates that illustrate a broad range of ages and racial plumage differences. This book is the ultimate reference on these remarkable birds, and will be indispensable for all birders and ornithologists with an interest in birds of prey.
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Shorebirds

by John Marchant, Peter Hayman e Tony Prater

55,20€ + 10% CARD

 This is a review of the whole family of waders. This seminal title remains the definitive book on waders - known in the US as shorebirds. Included is everything you need to know about these masters of shore and wetland.
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Robins And Chats

by Peter Clement

77,51€ + 10% CARD

 This authoritative handbook, part of the Helm Identification Guides series, looks in detail at the world''s 170 species of robins and chats. This large family of small passerines was formerly considered to be part of the thrush family (Turdidae), but is now usually treated as a separate family, Muscicapidae, together with the Old World flycatchers. The vast majority of species are Eurasian or African, with only a handful of species straying into the New World or Australasia. The Australian Robins, although superficially similar, have long been regarded as a separate family. Robins and chats are a diverse family comprising both highly colourful and visible species, such as the robin-chats of Africa, as well as some of the most skulking and elusive birds, such as the shortwings of Asia. Many chats, such as the well-known Nightingale, are renowned songsters, and a good number are highly sought-after by world listers for their extreme rarity or simply because they are hard to see. This book discusses the identification and habits of these birds on a species-by-species basis, bringing together the very latest research with accurate range maps, more than 600 stunning colour photographs that illustrate age and racial plumage differences, and 64 superb colour plates by the internationally renowned artist, Chris Rose. This authoritative and sumptuous book will be an essential purchase for all chat enthusiasts, and will become the standard reference on the subject for many years to come.
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Robins And Chats

by Peter Clement

77,51€ + 10% CARD

 This authoritative handbook, part of the Helm Identification Guides series, looks in detail at the world''s 170 species of robins and chats. This large family of small passerines was formerly considered to be part of the thrush family (Turdidae), but is now usually treated as a separate family, Muscicapidae, together with the Old World flycatchers. The vast majority of species are Eurasian or African, with only a handful of species straying into the New World or Australasia. The Australian Robins, although superficially similar, have long been regarded as a separate family. Robins and chats are a diverse family comprising both highly colourful and visible species, such as the robin-chats of Africa, as well as some of the most skulking and elusive birds, such as the shortwings of Asia. Many chats, such as the well-known Nightingale, are renowned songsters, and a good number are highly sought-after by world listers for their extreme rarity or simply because they are hard to see. This book discusses the identification and habits of these birds on a species-by-species basis, bringing together the very latest research with accurate range maps, more than 600 stunning colour photographs that illustrate age and racial plumage differences, and 64 superb colour plates by the internationally renowned artist, Chris Rose. This authoritative and sumptuous book will be an essential purchase for all chat enthusiasts, and will become the standard reference on the subject for many years to come.
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Thrushes

by Peter Clement e Ren Hathway

101,36€ + 10% CARD

 This book is devoted to the 162 species of thrush, one of the most widespread and well-known families of birds in the world. Identification and distribution are fully covered and the description makes reference to all recognised races.
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Crows And Jays

by Steve Madge

71,55€ + 10% CARD

 There are 120 species in the Corvid family, of which some are colourful and exotic and others are highly endangered. In this guide all species are illustrated and captioned.
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Cuckoos Of The World

by Clive F. Mann, Frederik Brammer, Johannes Erritz E e Richard A. Fuller

125,21€ + 10% CARD

 This authoritative handbook, part of the Helm Identification Guides series, looks in detail at the world's cuckoos, couas and anis - it is ultimate reference to the cuckoos of the world.
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Cuckoos Of The World

by Clive F. Mann, Frederik Brammer, Johannes Erritz E e Richard A. Fuller

125,21€ + 10% CARD

 This authoritative handbook, part of the Helm Identification Guides series, looks in detail at the world's cuckoos, couas and anis - it is ultimate reference to the cuckoos of the world.
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Owls Of The World

by Claus K Nig, Friedhelm Weick e Jan-Hendrik Becking

113,29€ + 10% CARD

 The definitive book on owls. Fullydescribes and illustrates every known species and subspecies of owl, as well aspresenting the latest evidence on owl taxonomy, based on DNA work andvocalisations. Includes maps of every species and sonograms.
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Parrots - A Guide To Parrots Of The World

by Mike Parr e Tony Juniper

125,21€ + 10% CARD

 This is the first book created primarily for the field identification of parrots, one of the most familiar and colorful groups of birds. From the mighty. macaws to the diminutive pygmy parrots, the 350 species of parrots include cockatoos, parakeets, lovebirds, and Budgerigar. Most are brightly colored or even gaudy, but a few are drab, and some are nocturnal and flightess. Parrots, found throughout most of the warmer regions of the world, occur in greatest numbers in Australasian and South America. This book includes 88 superb color illustrations of every species and most identifiable subspecies of parrot, as well as range maps of their locations. It offers many firsthand insights into the ecology of each species, vocalizations, life cycle characteristics, and geographical variation. It also provides up-to-date information on the conservation status of those species of parrots that are threatened or endangered.
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Stonechats

by Ewan Urquhart

89,44€ + 10% CARD

 A comprehensive treatment of the birds of the genus Saxicola. It is primarily an identification guide, using colour plates and photographs to illustrate the various races and plumages, but it also covers the biology, habitat and range of each species. Distribution maps are included.
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Pipits And Wagtails Of Europe, Asia And North America

by Krister Mild e Per Alstr M

95,40€ + 10% CARD

 This guide covers the 26 species of northern hemisphere pipits and wagtails in detail. It treats identification in the field and in the hand, and includes colour plates, detailed distribution maps and sonograms of songs and calls.
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Pheasants, Partridges & Grouse - Including Buttonquails, Sandgrouse And Allies

by Phil Mcgowan e Steve Madge

95,40€ + 10% CARD

 Covering almost 260 species of gamebirds, this book focuses on identification, status and distribution, habitats and geographical variation. Many of these species are both exotic and endangered, some are kept in private aviaries, while others are exploited commercially.
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Raptors Of The World

by David A. Christie e James Ferguson-Lees

89,44€ + 10% CARD

 Each species is illustrated by adult, juvenile and selected immature plumages, as well as main geographical races and colour morphs: over 2,000 perched and flying birds, some with typical prey, on 112 colour plates.
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Wrens, Dippers And Thrashers

by David Brewer

77,51€ + 10% CARD

 This guide looks at three closely related families, covering 75 wrens, 34 thrashers and 5 dippers. The wrens display great diversity, occupying almost every kind of habitat in the Americas. The thrashers include the mockingbirds, catbirds and tremblers, and the dippers are river specialists.
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Sylvia Warblers - Identification, Taxonomy And Phylogeny Of The Genus Sylvia

by Andreas Helbig, Gabriel Gargallo e Hadoram Shirihai

77,51€ + 10% CARD

 Based on phylogenetic research, this complete study of the genus Sylvia describes two new species and establishes identification criteria for all members of the family. A lengthy introduction explains the background to the research.
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Munias And Mannikins

by Robin Restall

83,48€ + 10% CARD

 Munias are widespread throughout the Old World's tropical regions. They range in size from the Java sparrow to the diminutive Madagascar mannikin. This book covers 43 species of munias and mannikins. The author has recently described a new species and ten new subspecies to science.
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Shrikes And Bush-Shrikes - Including Wood-Shrikes, Helmet-Shrikes, Shrike Flycatchers, Philentomas, Batises And Wattle-Eyes

by Tony Harris

83,48€ + 10% CARD

 The book covers the identification, biology and relationships of all true shrikes, bush-shrikes, helmet-shrikes, the closely related shrike flycatchers, philentomas, batises and wattle-eyes.
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Swifts - A Guide To The Swifts And Treeswifts Of The World

by Phil Chantler

77,51€ + 10% CARD

 The second edition of this monograph has been revised to take account of late-1990s information, and several plates have been revised by the artist.
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Rails - A Guide To Rails, Crakes, Gallinules And Coots Of The World

by Barry Taylor

125,21€ + 10% CARD

 This is a guide to rails, a relatively homogenous family of birds spread throughout the world. Most species are solitary and somewhat secretive, and therefore high on the wanted lists of many birders, but the moorhens and coots are generally common and familiar birds of wetlands.
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