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The books in the section are listed chronologically with the most recent at the top.


There are four BirdLife International pages

BirdLife Conservation Series

ICBP / BirdLife Monograph Series

ICBP / BirdLife Technical Publication Series

Other BirdLife International publications



For more information about BirdLife International see the:

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The Messengers: What Birds Tell Us about Threats from Climate Change and Solutions for Nature and People

Editor: Stuart Butchart, Ali North, Edward Perry, Pepe Clarke, Tris Allinson, Gary Langham

Birdlife International

2015

"This global synthesis, an assessment of hundreds of peer-reviewed studies, shows global warming already threatens ecosystems, and risks will amplify as warming continues. Despite the dire current and future danger posed by climate change, the synthesis offers hope. Its collection of nature-based solutions, including those led by BirdLife International Partners around the world, are examples of the kind of ecosystems-based adaptation and mitigation necessary to curtail this threat—for the protection of birds and humans."

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Directory of Important Bird Areas in China (Mainland)

Editors: S Chan, M Crosby, S So, W Dezhi, F Cheung, H Fangyuan

Birdlife International

2009

"The IBA Directory for mainland China is the most comprehensive inventory of key sites for biodiversity in the country. China is one of the most important countries in the World for birds. It is home to over 80 globally threatened bird species and for 40 of these, China is critical for their survival. This publication identifies 512 Important Bird Areas, covering over 1 million square kilometres of Chinese habitats. It demonstrates the enormous richness of China's biodiversity and its international importance. The IBAs are the critical places for the conservation of the birds in China and, with them, a wealth of other biodiversity. IBAs are a crucial subset of key biodiversity areas and can lead the way in helping prioritise conservation planning and financing. This is an inventory of sites that have been clearly identified through a thorough assessment of their biodiversity value. It is therefore a formidable tool to guide decision makers in governments, private sector, investment banks and donor institutions in order to avoid adverse impacts of development projects on priority sites and species, and to direct conservation funding towards clearly defined priorities. In Chinese with an English summary."

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Critically Endangered Birds: A Global Audit

BirdLife International

2008

An 18 page report reviewing the status and conservation needs of the world's critically endangered birds.

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Birds and People: Bonds in a Timeless Journey

Authors: Nigel J Collar, Adrian J Long, Patricio Robles Gil and Jamie Rojo

Birdlife International

2007

"A portfolio drawn from the world's greatest bird photographers drives the message of this book home. The book is split into five chapters looking at all aspects of human's relationship with birds. The first looks the place birds occupy in our culture - both ancient and modern and the second looks at the influence of birds in the art. Then there is the use of birds for food, feathers and fertilisers; leading onto to the many ways we benefit from birds. Pest control, pollination and the growth of bird tourism - enabling some of the world's poorest countries to benefit from their rich and diverse avifauna. The final chapter explores what we can learn from studying bird's behaviour; their changing habits, such as shifting their ranges closer to the poles are tangible evidence of climate change."

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Conserving Biodiversity in Africa: Guidelines for Applying the Site Support Group Approach

Editors: Solomon Mwangi Ngari

Birdlife International

2007

"An important new publication from the BirdLife International Africa Partnership provides a step-by-step guide to establishing and managing Site Support Groups. Although the focus is on Africa, "Conserving Biodiversity In Africa: Guidelines for applying the Site Support Group Approach" will be equally useful to partners on other continents. Site Support Groups (also known as IBA Local Conservation Groups and Caretaker Groups) are organised, independent groups of volunteers who work with their communities, with the national BirdLife Partner and with other organisations to promote conservation and sustainable development at Important Bird Areas and other key biodiversity sites. They are one of the most practical approaches to conservation. The book has a section on identifying the organisations or individuals who will form the SSG, and on building partnerships between the SSG and governments, development organisations and the private sector. Another section deals with developing and managing the SSG: its skills and capacity, its funding and governance, and managing the inevitable conflicts. Other areas covered include the factors that make a group sustainable, the efficient use of funds, alternative income generation, the need for clearly defined roles and responsibilities, and even what happens when a well established SSG begins competing for donors with the BirdLife Partner which set it up. The final paragraphs describe how to devise an 'exit' strategy - preparing the SSG for the day when it must stand on it own feet, while the partner shifts some of its support to fledgling SSGs elsewhere."

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Important Bird Areas in Timor-Leste: Key Sites for Conservation

Editors: Michael J Crosby

Birdlife International

2006

" This book describes 16 sites in Timor-Leste which are of global importance for the conservation of birds and their habitats. As birds are good indicators of overall biodiversity, these Important Bird Areas are priorities for conserving the natural heritage of Timor-Leste for future generations."

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Gap Analysis of Protected Areas Coverage in the ASEAN Countries

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Birdlife International

2006

" This report, a Gap analysis of protected area coverage in the ASEAN countries, encompasses the protected area networks of ten ASEAN Member Countries. Determining and addressing gaps in the protected area systems of the ASEAN is particularly important in the light of the immense biodiversity found in the region and the pressures that threaten its existence. It is hoped that this preliminary gap analysis will initiate changes in the systems, and allow protected areas in the region to evolve into fully functioning and effective ecological sanctuaries. Revisions on current systems based on regular gap analyses and constant monitoring are sure to benefit species, nature and people, and will certainly play a significant role in actions to reduce biodiversity loss by 2010."

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Important Bird Areas in Fiji: Conserving Fiji's Natural Heritage

Editors: Vilikesa T Masibalavu and Guy Dutson

Birdlife International

2006

"This book describes the 14 sites in Fiji which are of global importance for bird conservation. These Important Bird Areas (IBAs) are priorities for conserving the natural heritage of Fiji for future generations. Fiji's rich natural heritage includes 11 threatened bird species and 27 endemic bird species. This book updates the status and conservation needs of all these special birds."

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Aves Acuaticas en los Humedales de Cuba

L Magica, D Denis, M Acosta, A Jimenez and A Rodriguez

Birdlife International

2006

"Comprehensive, well illustrated reference on aquatic birds found in the wetlands of Cuba. The book also describes these ecosystems in detail with particular reference to their conservation. An essential volume for those involved or interested in waterbird conservation in Central America and the Caribbean."

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Areas Importantes para la Conservacion de las Aves en Ecuador

JF Freile and T Santander

Birdlife International

2005

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State of the World's Birds 2004: Indicators for our Changing World

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BirdLife International

2004

"Given the fundamental importance of biodiversity, we know surprisingly little about it. We are sure that it is disappearing fast, yet at present we cannot even measure progress (or otherwise) towards the 2010 target set by world leaders for slowing this loss. This BirdLife assessment examines what the best known group of living things, birds, can tell us about the state of biodiversity, the pressures upon it and the solutions that are being, or should be, put in place. It is a synthesis of current knowledge and provides a benchmark against which we can assess our efforts to conserve biodiversity in the future.

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Saving Asia's Threatened Birds: A Guide for Government and Civil Society

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BirdLife International

2003

"This book documents the major forest, grassland and wetland regions of Asia and the globally threatened bird species which they support. The most important conservation issues in each of these habitat regions are outlined, based upon the analysis in BirdLife's "Asia Red Data Book", and recommendations are made for actions to address these issues. The role of international and regional conventions in the conservation of Asia's birds and habitats is discussed, and the priority actions to prevent the extinction of the region's most highly threatened birds are identified. The book is illustrated with about 200 colour photographs of Asia's birds, habitats and conservation issues, plus maps of key habitats and sites for conservation."

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Threatened Birds of Asia: The BirdLife International Red Data Book

Editors: N.J. Collar, A.V. Andreev, S. Chan, M.J. Crosby, S. Subramanya and J.A. Tobias

BirdLife International

2001

"This 2 volume book provides incredibly detailed information on the 665 most threatened bird species found in Asia. The sites known for each species are detailed, with maps showing locations. The full details are provided on the ecology of each species, plus threats, conservation action in progress and measures needed."

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Threatened Birds of the World

Editors: Allison J. Stattersfield & David R. Capper

BirdLife International

2000

"A shocking 1186 bird species risk becoming extinct in the next 100 years. Even worse, 182 of these are critically endangered - meaning they could be extinct in just 10 years. The good news is that there are many opportunities to help these species. This book highlights these, providing full information on each species. Each species account includes a range map, identification, range and population, ecology, threats conservation, targets and references. The challenge is to use these facts and figures to ensure that action takes place before it is too late."

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Chim Viet Nam (Birds of Vietnam)

Nguyen Cu, Le Trong Trai and Karen Phillipps

Birdlife International Vietnam Programme

2000

"Describes 520 bird species found in Vietnam and includes chapters on biology, birds in Vietnamese culture, conservation and a comprehensive checklist. The book also provides information on habitats and environmental management. The text is in Vietnamese. Contains an English introduction, Latin, English and Vietnamese names, and an index to English names."

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Last updated August 2011