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This page lists books about birds and birdwatching in Malta.

The books are listed by publication date with the most recent at the top.

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History Of Ornithology In Malta

Joe Sultana, John J Borg

2015

"Despite their small size, the Maltese Islands have a rich history that spans 7000 years. For centuries, their strategic location in the heart of the Mediterranean Sea was coveted by successive powers as a base for control and expansion. The Islands are also of strategic value as a resting and refuelling station for millions of migratory birds crossing the sea between Europe and Africa. These mysterious seasonal comings and goings of birds no doubt fascinated people down the ages. Not surprisingly, the Islands' ornithological history is also rich and varied. This book traces all written references to bird observation and study in the Maltese Islands, from a comment by a 16th century French monk to the latest groundbreaking research projects. It is an account of the evolution of bird study and ornithological literature in Malta, interspersed with brief biographies of the human protagonists."

Breeding Birds of the Maltese Islands: A Scientific and Historical Review

Alfredo E. Baldacchino and John Azzopardi

2012

"Breeding Birds of the Maltese Islands gives a scientific and historical review of the natural habitats of the Maltese Islands and its breeding birds. It is intended to help pave the way for more open public dialogue to achieve a better understanding and appreciation of birds. Only then can everybody share these islands with them, while enjoying the heritage which our present generation has been entrusted to protect. Each breeding species in Breeding Birds of the Maltese Islands is colour illustrated and accompanied by a number of line drawings, maps and some graphs. A publication which is helpful to educators, ornithologists, hunters and trappers, environmental managers, historians, legal persons, nature conservationists and melitensia collectors."

Ecology And Conservation Of Mediterranean Seabirds And Other Bird Species Under The Barcelona Convention

Editor:Pierre Yeson, Nicola Baccetti, Joe Sultana

2012

Proceedings of the 13th Medmaravis pan-Mediterranean Symposium, Alghero, Sardinia, Italy, 14-17 October 2011.

Malta and Gozo

Juliet Rix

2012

"Malta has long been known for package holidays but this island nation has 7,000 years of fascinating and visible history. Updated throughout, this new edition delves into Malta's temples and archaeology more comprehensively than any other guidebook. Packed with historical and archaeological facts it also showcases bird-watching and wildlife opportunities, summer festas, and the less commercialised islands of Gozo and Comino. With new hotels opening in Birgu and across the islands the guide includes greater coverage of accommodation and restaurants. There is more to the island than sun and sea and this guide will help readers to discover the Malta beyond the tourist resorts."

Walking in Malta: 33 Routes on Malta, Gozo and Comino

Paddy Dillon

Cicerone Press

2nd edition

2012

"The Maltese Islands of Malta, Gozo and Comino bask in sunshine at the heart of the Mediterranean, between Europe and Africa. That location has ensured that the islands have been colonised time and time again, leaving them with a colourful and complex history and heritage, from the neolithic to the present day. The islands are a popular tourist destination. They offer plenty of historic walks, stunningly beautiful and dramatic architecture, and a good amount of excellent scenery, especially around the cliffs and coastlines. The guide offers 33 walks round the three islands. They range from heritage trails round historic cities and towns to coastal walks, and also include the exploration of inland areas. The introduction to the guide provides practical information on getting to and around the islands, accommodation and language. There is also useful background information on Maltese history, geography, and flora and fauna."

A Photographic Guide to the Birds of Malta

Andre F. Raine

2011

"Amongst bird-watchers throughout Europe the Maltese islands are notorious for only one thing-the widespread killing and trapping of protected bird species. While this reputation is deserved, it is also a great shame as the island holds so much potential for bird watching and conservation. The opening chapters give the reader an over view of the situation regarding conservation and ornithology in the Maltese islands. The second half of the book provides detailed species accounts and photographs of 130 of the species encountered, including all resident breeders and common visitors."

The Breeding Birds of Malta

Joe Sultana, John J. Borg, Charles Gauci, Victor Falzon

2011

"Species by species, this title puts all the breeding birds of Malta in the limelight. It tracks their nesting habits and habitats, shares secrets learned from decades of observation and study, delves into old records and history of past breeding birds and follows the latest developments about exciting new species on the scene."

A Complete Guide to the Birds of Malta

Natalino Fenech

2010

"Lying in the centre of the Mediterranean, Malta is a natural staging post for migrant birds crossing from Africa to Europe in spring as well as for migrants returning from their breeding grounds in Europe to the African continent in autumn. Birds have attracted man's attention for a long time and this book shows images of birds in prehistory, art, stamps, coins, antique embroidery and so forth. It also speaks about birds in all aspects of Maltese culture, from folklore to language. It is also a photographic record of many of the birds that regularly visit the islands and features ones that are rare or have been recorded a handful of times. It also contains several unpublished records dating from 1958. The book discusses conservation measures and the impacts of hunting and trapping, as well as delves into social aspects of hunting and trapping, explaining why people hunt and trap birds and what birds mean to them. It also charts a way forward. It provides a detailed account of bird migration in the centre of the Mediterranean, with maps based on ringing recoveries and satellite telemetry. It provides the most up to date account of all the birds in Malta."

Birds of a Fig Tree: A photographic journal

Joseph A. Vella Gaffiero

Malta Breeding Bird Atlas 2008

Andre Raine, Joe Sultana and Simon Gillings

2009

"The first-ever comprehensive atlas of Maltese breeding birds. Scientific but reader-friendly at the same time, the atlas presents 32 species of birds, each of which is given a full 2-page spread, with photographs, maps and tables that bring together the collective observations of 31 ornithologists and birdwatchers."

Nature in Gozo

John J. Borg, Edwin Lanfranco, Joe Sultana

2007

"Gozo has a unique and pleasant landsacpe that is rich in flora and fauna. The aim of this book is to highlight the charn and variety of Gozo's natural heritage and to promote its appreciation with inhabitants and visitors alike. It is essential that everyone is made aware of their duty to preserve Gozo's beauty and biodiversity for future generations."

Where to Watch Birds and Other Wildlife in Malta

Alex Casha

2004

A guide to birdwatching sites.

Checklist of the Birds of Malta

2004

"A comprehensive list of all 381 species of birds recorded in the Maltese Islands, with names in English, Maltese and scientific names. The birds are listed by Family according to the latest approved taxonomy. The local status of every species is also given, and a tickbox provided for personal record. The booklet contains a number of line illustrations."

The Beauty of Nature in the Maltese Islands

Alferd E. Baldacchino, Patrice J. Schembri and Stephen Schembri

1996

Important Seabird Sites in the Mediterranean

Joe Sultana

1993

Discovering Nature in the Maltese Islands

Alfred E. Baldacchino, Edwin Lanfranco, Patrice J. Schembri

1990

The Birds of the Maltese Archipelago

D.A. Bannerman, J.A. Vella-Gaffiero

1976

A Guide to the Birds of Malta

J. Sultana, C. Gauci, M. Beaman

1975

A Revised Check-list of the Birds of the Maltese Islands

C. De Lucca

1969

The Birds of the Malta

E.L. Roberts

1954