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These are narrow format guides usually less than 200 pages and usually covering up to 250 species. They provides photographs, maps and text that highlights identification features.

Only bird related guides are included. New Holland also publish guides to flowers, ferns, trees, mushrooms, fish, seashells, butterflies, rocks & fossils, reptiles, amphibians and mammals.

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A Photographic Guide to Birds of Peninsular Malaysia and Singapore

G.W.H. Davison and Chew Yen Fook

4th edition

2013

"This is a new and fully updated edition of this very popular, compact and easy-to-use bird identification guide. It covers more than 250 species, and each bird description is supported by at least one clear colour photograph. The forests and coastline of Peninsular Malaysia and Singapore are home to a fantastic and vast array of birds, and offer many outstanding and easily accessible birdwatching locations, many of which are highlighted in A Photographic Guide to Birds of Peninsular Malaysia and Singapore's introduction. With easy-to-use thumbnail silhouettes, a regional map showing the best birding localities, up-to-date tips on birdwatching, and information on bird biology and behaviour, A Photographic Guide to Birds of Peninsular Malaysia and Singapore is invaluable for anyone birdwatching in the region."

A Photographic Guide to Birds of the Himalayas

Bikram Grewal and Otto Pfister

3rd edition

2013

"This is the new edition of a popular guide and it is fully updated with all the latest names and recently recognised species. The Himalayas, the world's highest mountain range, are a birdwatcher's paradise. Many of its species are high altitude specialists, including Tibetan and Himalayan Snowcocks, Snow Partridge, Ibisbill, Tibetan Sandgrouse, Hume's Groundpecker, Tibetan Snowfinch and Great Rosefinch. The area comprises a mosaic of different habitats which host a huge range of avian species, with families such as raptors, gamebirds, flycatchers and warblers particularly well represented. 252 of the Himalayas' most interesting and spectacular birds are featured in this concise and easy-to-use guide, and each species is illustrated with a colour photograph which is accompanied by text giving key information on identification, habitat and distribution."

A Photographic Guide to Birds of Peninsular Malaysia and Singapore

G.W.H. Davison and Chew Yen Fook

3rd edition

2012

"This is a new and fully updated edition of this very popular, compact and easy-to-use bird identification guide. It covers more than 250 species, and each bird description is supported by at least one clear colour photograph. The forests and coastline of Peninsular Malaysia and Singapore are home to a fantastic and vast array of birds, and offer many outstanding and easily accessible birdwatching locations, many of which are highlighted in the book's introduction. With easy-to-use thumbnail silhouettes, a regional map showing the best birding localities, up-to-date tips on birdwatching and information on bird biology and behaviour, this guide an invaluable for anyone birdwatching in the region."

A Photographic Guide to Birds of New Zealand

Geoff Moon

2nd edition

2011

"In this fully revised edition with attractive new cover, species accounts have been updated according to the 4th edition of the Ornithological Society's official "Checklist of the Birds of New Zealand". The many changes include updates to classification, distribution and population status. Maori names have now also been added for all species, where applicable. Although not intended to take the place of a more in-depth field guide, the book features photographs of the most commonly seen birds along with detailed information on distribution, habitat, behaviour and breeding. Each bird is illustrated with at least one colour photograph to aid identification, and in many cases photographs also show the birds in their habitat - nesting, feeding and socialising."

A Photographic Guide to Birds of the Peru

Clive Byers

2nd edition

2011

" A country of huge scenic diversity, Peru is a birdwatcher's paradise and a popular tourist destination. In constant competition with its neighbours Colombia and Ecuador as to which country can claim the highest number of bird species, Peru is home to about 1,800 different types. These range from the mighty Andean Condor to a dazzling variety of jewel-like hummingbirds. Many dramatic birds can be seen in the capital city of Lima itself, with bright and fiery Vermilion Flycatchers in the parks and gardens, noisy Canary-winged Parakeets in the streets and exotic Inca Terns and Peruvian Pelicans along the shoreline. Deep in the forests of the Amazon basin lurk birds of great variety and beauty: antpittas, trogons, manakins, motmots and cocks-of-the-rock - intriguing names that represent some of the most exciting birds anywhere. This concise and easy-to-use guide features 252 of Peru's most interesting and spectacular birds, with each illustrated in full colour and with key information on identification, habitat and distribution."

A Photographic Guide to Birds of China including Hong Kong

John MacKinnon and Nigel Hicks

3rd edition

2010

"This is a fully updated edition of this compact, easy-to-use bird identification guide for any birdwatcher visiting China and Hong Kong. This area is one of the world's top destinations for birdwatchers. A total of 252 species is described here in detail, from the majestic White-naped Crane to the strikingly colourful Large Niltava. All of these birds are clearly illustrated in a collection of specially commissioned colour photographs. With almost 300 full-colour photographs, easy-to-use thumbnail family silhouettes, a regional distribution map and handy tips on the best birding localities, this guide is an invaluable aid for any birdwatcher visiting the region."

A Photographic Guide to Birds of Thailand

Michael Webster and Chew Yen Fook

3rd edition

2010

"Over 250 species are included in this useful guide, and each description is supported by a clear color photograph. Thumbnail silhouettes, identifying visually the different family groups, are shown on the guide pages; these lead the reader quickly to the relevant section of the book. The introduction explains how to use the guide effectively and also contains fascinating information on bird biology and behavior. This new edition is fully updated with all the latest names and recently recognised species."

A Photographic Guide to Birds of Costa Rica

Susan C. L. Fogden, Michael Fogden and Patricia Fogden

2nd edition

2010

"Ideal for the travelling birdwatcher, this useful guide provides a comprehensive overview of the wide variety of birdlife to be found in Costa Rica. More than 250 species are included in the book, with each description supported by a clear colour photograph taken where possible in the bird's natural Costa Rican habitat. As well as the commoner species likely to be encountered - colourful birds such as the Blue-grey Tanager, Social Flycatcher, Kiskadee, Clay-coloured Robin and Rufous-collared Sparrow - the guide also focuses on endemics, such as Black-cheeked Ant-Tanager, and endangered species, such as the Barenecked Umbrellabird and Three-wattled Bellbird. This new edition is fully updated with all the latest names and recently recognised species."

A Photographic Guide to Birds of Borneo: Sabah, Sarawak, Brunei and Kalimantan

G.W.H. Davison and Chew Yen Fook

2nd edition

2010

"The island of Borneo is one of the world's biodiversity hotspots and a birdwatcher's paradise. Many of its species are rainforest specialists, but such a large island also has widely different habitats attracting a surprisingly wide range of avian visitors. Of particular interest are the more than 30 species that are endemic to Borneo (i.e., found nowhere else in the world). 252 of Borneo's most interesting and spectacular birds are featured in this concise and easy-to-use guide, each species illustrated in full colour and with key information on identification, habitat and distribution. This new edition is fully updated with all the latest names and recently recognised species."

A Photographic Guide to Birds of the Philippines

Tim Fisher and Nigel Hicks

3rd edition

2010

"This pocket-sized, easy-to-use bird identification guide - fully revised and complete with new species listings - is a must for any birdwatcher visiting the Philippines. From the central plains of Luzon to the forests of Mindanao and the marshes of Candaba, this book will show you where to go and which birds to look for. With easy-to-read thumbnail colour tabs referencing each family of bird, authoritative and informative text and stunning full-colour photograph of each species, this is an essential companion for visiting birdwatchers. This new edition is fully updated with all the latest names and recently recognised species. A total of 214 species is illustrated, including such stunning endemics as Philippine Eagle and Steere's Pitta."

A Photographic Guide to Birds of Bali, Java and Sumatra

Tony Tilford and Alain Compost

2nd edition

2010

"The Indonesian islands of Bali, Java and Sumatra are home to a staggering array of birds. They are part of one of the world's biodiversity hot-spots and act as a magnet for birdwatchers from around the world. More than 250 species of migrant and resident birds - including many endemics, such as the spectacular Bali Myna - are featured in this concise and easy-to-use guide. Each species is illustrated in full color and with key information on identification, habitat and distribution. This new edition is fully updated with all the latest names and recently recognised species."

A Photographic Guide to Birds of Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos

Peter Davidson

1st edition

2009

"After decades of war, Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia have once again opened their doors to visitors. They are becoming increasingly popular with all kinds of tourists, not least birdwatchers who are arriving in numbers to visit the many national parks and reserves that harbour a bounty of amazing species. This is not surprising since the three countries boast about 1,000 species of birds including such rarities as Bengal Florican, Giant Ibis, Green Peafowl and Vietnamese Cutia.Two hundred and fifty-two of Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia's most interesting and spectacular birds are featured in this concise and easy-to-use guide, with each illustrated in full colour with key information on ID, habitat and distribution."

A Photographic Guide to Birds of Ecuador and Galapagos

Clive Byers

1st edition

2009

"Although it is one of South America's smallest countries, Ecuador is home to nearly 1,600 species of birds. This is thanks to the huge variety of habitats created by the Andes. The country is a birder's paradise and an increasingly popular tourist destination. Areas such as Tandayapa, Mindo and La Selva are renowned for their birdwatching potential and boast such dramatic species as Toucan Barbet, Andean Cock-of-the-Rock, Andean Condor, Giant Conebill and Ocellated Tapaculo, plus an array of brightly coloured manikins, cotingas, tanagers and hummingbirds. Offshore, the Galapagos Islands provide one of the world's greatest wildlife spectacles.Two hundred and fifty-two of Ecuador and the Galapagos' most interesting and spectacular birds are featured in this concise and easy-to-use guide, with each illustrated in full colour with key information on ID, habitat and distribution."

A Photographic Guide to Birds of Sri Lanka

Gehan de Silva Wijeyeratne, Deepal Warakagoda and T.S.U.De Zylva

1st edition

2008

"More than 250 species are included in this useful and concise pocket-sized guide, with each individual species account supported by a clear colour photograph. Thumbnail silhouettes, visually identifying the different family groups, are shown on the guide pages; these lead the reader quickly to the relevant section of the book. The introduction explains how to use the guide effectively and also contains fascinating information on bird biology and behaviour. It also has sections on Sri Lankan endemics and where to watch birds. The text has been fully updated to take account of the latest taxonomy, and many recently 'split' species are included."

A Photographic Guide to Birds of India and Nepal

Bikram Grewal

2nd edition

2008

"Ideal for a travelling birdwatcher, this useful guide provides a comprehensive overview of the wide variety of birdlife to be found in India and Nepal. Over 250 native species are included in the book, each description supported by a clear colour photograph taken where possible in the bird's natural habitat. As well as the commoner species likely to be encountered - colourful birds such as the Gold-fronted Leafbird, Red Munia and Monal Pheasant - the guide also focuses on some of the rarer, and in some cases highly endangered, species such as the Black-necked Crane."

A Photographic Guide to Birds of China including Hong Kong

John MacKinnon and Nigel Hicks

2nd edition

2007

"This is a compact, easy-to-use bird identification guide for any birdwatcher visiting China and Hong Kong.This area is one of the world's top destinations for birdwatchers. A total of 252 species is described here in detail, from the magestic Black-crowned Night Heron to the striking Large Niltava. All of these birds are clearly illustrated in a collection of specially commissioned colour photographs.With almost 300 full-colour photographs, easy-to-use thumbnail family silhouettes, a regional distribution map and handy tips on the best birding localities, this guide is an invaluable aid for any birdwatcher visiting the region."

A Photographic Guide to Birds of the Peru

Clive Byers

1st edition

2007

"A country of huge scenic diversity, Peru is a birdwatcher's paradise and a popular tourist destination. In constant competition with its neighbours Colombia and Ecuador as to which country can claim the highest number of bird species, Peru is home to about 1800 different types. These range from the mighty Andean Condor to a dazzling variety of tiny jewel-like hummingbirds. Many dramatic birds can be seen in the capital city of Lima itself, with bright and fiery Vermilion Flycatchers in the parks and gardens, noisy Canary-winged Parakeets in the streets and exotic Inca Terns and Peruvian Pelicans along the shoreline. Deep in the forests of the Amazon basin lurk birds of great variety and beauty: Antpittas, Foliage Gleaners, Manakins and Motmots - intriguing names that represent some of the most exciting birds anywhere. Two hundred and fifty-two of Peru's most interesting and spectacular birds are featured in this concise and easy-to-use guide, each species illustrated in full colour and with key information on identification, habitat and distribution."

A Photographic Guide to Birds of Borneo: Sabah, Sarawak, Brunei and Kalimantan

G.W.H. Davison and Chew Yen Fook

1st edition

2007

"The island of Borneo is one of the world's biodiversity hotspots and a birdwatcher's paradise. Around 600 species of bird have been recorded here, and some 430 are known to breed. Many of these are rainforest specialists, but such a large island also has widely different habitats attracting a surprisingly wide range of avian visitors. Of particular interest are the 30 or so species that are endemic to Borneo, ie found nowhere else in the world. Two hundred and fifty-two of Borneo's most interesting and spectacular birds are featured in this concise and easy-to-use guide, each species illustrated in full colour and with key information on identification, habitat and distribution."

A Photographic Guide to Birds of Peninsular Malaysia and Singapore

G.W.H. Davison and Chew Yen Fook

2nd edition

2007

"This is a compact, easy-to-use bird identification guide for any birdwatcher visiting Malaysia and Singapore.The forests and coastline of Peninsular Malaysia and Singapore are home to a fantastic and vast array of birds, and offer many outstanding and easily accessible birdwatching locations.With easy-to-use thumbnail silhouettes, two regional distribution maps showing the best birding localities, up-to-date tips on birdwatching and information on bird biology and behaviour, this guide is an invaluable aid for any visiting birdwatcher."

A Photographic Guide to Birds of Jamaica and the West Indies

Allan Sander and Michael Flieg

2nd edition

2006

"Provides comprehensive coverage of 252 species of birds that inhabit the islands of the West Indies, with detailed descriptions and a colour photograph for each species. Includes thumbnail family silhouettes, a regional distribution map, up-to-date tips on the best birding localities, and an index of local bird names."

A Photographic Guide to Birds of the Philippines

Tim Fisher and Nigel Hicks

2nd edition

2006

"This pocket-sized, easy-to-use bird identification guide - fully revised and complete with new species listings - is a must for any birdwatcher visiting the Philippines. From the central plains of Luzon to the marshlands of Candaba, with this book you will know exactly where to go and which birds to look for. With easy-to-read thumbnail colour tabs referencing each family of bird, authoritative and informative text and stunning full-colour photograph of each specimen, this is an essential companion for visiting birdwatchers."

A Photographic Guide to Birds of the Middle East

David Cottridge

2nd edition

2006

"This is a compact, easy-to-use bird identification guide for any birdwatcher visiting the Middle East and the UAE in particular. The Middle East offers some of the most exciting birdwatching anywhere in the world, and the UAE in particular is an increasingly popular destination for birdwatchers. 252 species are described here in detail, covering all the bird families found in the region from the majestic Lammergeier to the jewel-like Palestine Sunbird. With easy-to-use thumbnail silhouettes, a regional distribution map showing the best birding localities, up-to-date tips on local birdwatching and information on bird biology and behaviour, this guide is an invaluable aid for any visiting birdwatcher."

A Photographic Guide to Birds of Costa Rica

Susan C. L. Fogden, Michael Fogden and Patricia Fogden

1st edition

2005

"Ideal for the travelling birdwatcher, this useful guide provides a comprehensive overview of the wide variety of bird-life to be found in Costa Rica. Over 250 native species are included in the book, each description supported by a clear colour photograph taken where possible in the bird's natural Costa Rican habitat. As well as the commoner species likely to be encountered - colourful birds such as the Blue-grey Tanager, Social Flycatcher, Kiskadee, Clay-coloured Robin and Rufous-collared Sparrow - the guide also focuses on endemics, such as Black-cheeked Ant-Tanager, and endangered species, such as the Bare-necked Umbrellabird and Three-wattled Bellbird."

A Photographic Guide to Birds of the Himalayas

Bikram Grewal and Otto Pfister

2nd edition

2004

"Ideal for the travelling bird watcher, this useful guide provides a comprehensive overview of the wide variety of birdlife to be found in the Himalayan mountains bordering Pakistan, India and Nepal. Over 250 native species are included in the book, each description supported by a clear colour photograph taken where possible in the bird's natural Himalayan habitat. As well as the commoner species likely to be encountered - colourful endemics such as Tragopans, Forktails and Flycatchers - the guide also focuses on some of the rarer, and in some cases highly endangered, species such as the Black-necked Crane."

A Photographic Guide to Birds of Peninsular Malaysia and Singapore

G.W.H. Davison and Chew Yen Fook

Revised edition

2003

"The forests and coastline of Peninsula Malaysia and Singapore are home to a fantastic and vast arrray of birds, and offer many outstanding and easily accessible birdwatching locations. This text is a compact, easy-to-use bird identification guide designed to suit any birdwatcher visiting Malaysia and Singapore. It features thumbnail silhouettes, two regional distribution maps showing the best birding localities, tips on birdwatching and information on bird biology and behaviour."

A Photographic Guide to Birds of Thailand

Michael Webster and Chew Yen Fook

2nd edition

2002

"Over 250 species are included in this useful guide, each description supported by a colour photograph. Thumbnail silhouettes, identifying visually the different family groups, are shown on the guide pages; these lead the reader to the relevant section of the book. The introduction explains how to use the guide effectively and also conatins information on bird biology and behaviour."

A Photographic Guide to Birds of New Zealand

Geoff Moon

1st edition

2002

"In A Photographic Guide to Birds of New Zealand, fact-filled descriptions highlighting key identification leatures of New Zealand birds are supported by over 200 full-colour photographs. Compact and easy to use, these new books are ideal for anyone with an active interest in natural history."

A Photographic Guide to Birds of China including Hong Kong

John MacKinnon and Nigel Hicks

2001

"Over 250 species of bird are included in this useful guide, each description supported by a clear photograph. The introduction explains how to use the guide effectively and also contains fascinating information on bird biology and behaviour."

A Photographic Guide to Birds of Southern Florida

G. Michael Flieg and Allan Sandler

1st edition

2001

"This compact, easy-to-use identification guide is designed to suit any birdwatcher visiting Florida, whose rich diversity of habitats, ranging from the wetlands of the Everglades to the marine islands of the Keys, supports a broad range of species. The book contains photographs, tips and maps."

A Photographic Guide to Birds of the Middle East

David Cottridge

1st edition

2001

A Photographic Guide to Birds of Egypt and the Middle East

David Cottridge and Richard Porter

2001

"This is a compact, clear, and authoritative bird identification guide for any birdwatcher visiting or residing in Egypt or traveling around the Middle East. Egypt is an increasingly popular destination for birdwatchers, and has a rich and varied bird life; 252 species are described here in detail, from the larks and sandgrouse of the barren deserts to the spectacular array of water birds in the wetlands of the Delta. With helpful thumbnail silhouettes, a map showing the best birding localities, up-to-date tips on birdwatching, and information on bird biology and behavior, this guide is an invaluable aid for any visiting birdwatcher."

Photographic Guide to Birds of Britain and Europe

Paul Sterry and Jim Flegg

2nd edition

2001

"With easy-to-use thumbnail outlines of each family group, an authoritive text describing key identification features and full-colour photographs illustrating all species covered by the guide, this book is designed for anyone interested in birds in Britain and Europe."

A Photographic Guide to Birds of Bali, Java and Sumatra

Tony Tilford and Alain Compost

1st edition

2000

"This text is a compact, easy-to-use bird identification guide suitable for any birdwatcher visiting the Indonesian islands of Java, Sumatra and Bali. The book features descriptions of 236 species, thumbnail silhouettes for ease of use, up-to-date tips and information on bird biology and behaviour."

A Photographic Guide to Birds of East Africa

Dave Richards

2nd edition

2000

"The text for each species highlights the diagnostic feature or combination of features that will enable the birdwatcher to most easily identify the bird. Clear colour photographs have been chosen to illustrate the guide. For those species that are sexually dimorphic, have both breeding and non-breeding plumage, or in which the juvenile plumage differs markedly from that of the adult, more than one photograph has been included. Thumbnail silhouettes aid the reader in quickly locating the correct group of birds, and for each species account a map shows the bird's distribution."

A Photographic Guide to Birds of Israel and the Middle East

Richard Porter and David Cottridge

1st edition

2000

"This text is a compact, easy-to-use bird identification guide suitable for any birdwatcher visiting Israel of travelling around the Middle East. The book features descriptions of 252 species, thumbnail silhouettes for ease of use, up-to-date tips and information on bird biology and behaviour."

A Photographic Guide to Birds of the Philippines

Tim Fisher and Nigel Hicks

1st edition

2000

"This text is a compact, easy-to-use bird identification guide, suitable for any birdwatcher visiting the Philippines. The book features descriptions of 216 species, thumbnail silhouettes for ease of use, up-to-date tips and information on bird biology and behaviour."

A Photographic Guide to Birds of Southern Brazil: Including the Pantanal and Atlantic Forest

Clive Byers

1st edition

2008

"South America's largest country is home to a great diversity of habitats and nearly 1,700 species of birds, of which more than 10 per cent are endemic. Brazil is a birder's paradise and an increasingly popular tourist destination. Areas such as the Pantanal and the Atlantic Forests are renowned for their birdwatching potential and boast such dramatic species as Hyacinth Macaw, Toco Toucan, King Vulture and Greater Rhea, not to mention an array of brightly coloured manikins, cotingas, hummingbirds and tanagers.Two hundred and fifty-two of southern Brazil's most interesting and spectacular birds are featured in this concise and easy-to-use guide, each species illustrated in full colour alongside key information on identification, habitat and distribution."

A Photographic Guide to Birds of Prey of Southern, Central and East Africa

David Allan

2nd edition

2000

"This compact, easy-to-use format is the ideal pocket-sized book for a travelling companion. It contains authoritative text describing key identification features and full-colour photographs depicting each of the 88 species."

A Photographic Guide to Birds of Prey of Southern, Central and East Africa

David Allan

1st edition

1996

"This guide is aimed directly at the field identification of the birds of prey of Southern, Central and East Africa. Where males differ from females, photographs have been included to show the different plumages, as well as those of juveniles. Colour illustrations depict the underwing and upperwing patterns of the birds in various plumages. Silhouettes help the reader locate the correct bird and for each species a map shows the bird's distribution."

A Photographic Guide to Birds of Southern Florida

G. Michael Flieg and Allan Sandler

2nd edition

2011

"A pocket-size photographic guide covering a selection of 248 species, including some of the introduced species, as well as most resident and migrant species. Shows birds most likely to be seen by bird watchers in the region, as well as some of the rarer, more interesting, or more spectacular species that might be encountered. Includes a map of the best places to see birds."

A Photographic Guide to Birds of the West Indies

Allan Sander and Michael Flieg

2000

"This text is a compact, easy-to-use bird identification guide, suitable for any birdwatcher visiting the West Indies. The book features descriptions of 252 species, thumbnail silhouettes for ease of use, up-to-date tips and information on bird biology and behaviour."

A Photographic Guide to Birds of the Himalayas

Bikram Grewal and Otto Pfister

1st edition

1998

"This guide provides a comprehensive overview of the wide variety of birdlife to be found in the Himalayan mountains bordering Pakistan, India and Nepal. Over 250 native species are included in the book and each description is supported by a colour photograph taken, where possible, in the bird's natural Himalayan habitat. As well as the common species likely to be encountered, the guide also focuses on some of the rarer, and in some cases highly endangered, species such as the black-necked crane. Thumbnail silhouettes, identifying visually the different family groups, are shown on the species pages of the guide. These aim to lead the reader quickly to the relevant section of the book. In the introduction, information can also be found on the biology and behaviour of the birds."

A Photographic Guide to Birds of China including Hong Kong

John MacKinnon and Nigel Hicks

1996

"This photographic guide deals with the basics of bird identification in China by presenting those species that are most likely to be seen in accessible habitats throughout the region. The book is aimed directly at field identification. For those species that are sexually dimorphic, have both breeding and non-breeding plumages, or in which the juvenile plumage differs markedly from that of the adult, more than one photograph has been included. Thumbnail silhouettes aid the reader in quickly locating the correct group of birds, and for each species account a map shows the bird's distribution."

A Photographic Guide to the Birds of Namibia

Ian & Jackie Sinclair

1st edition

1996

"This photographic guide deals with the basics of bird identification in Namibia by presenting those species that are most likely to be seen in accessible habitats throughout the region. The book is aimed directly at field identification. For those species that are sexually dimorphic, have both breeding and non-breeding plumages, or in which the juvenile plumage differs markedly from that of the adult, more than one photograph has been included. Thumbnail silhouettes aid the reader in quickly locating the correct group of birds, and for each species account a map shows the bird's distribution."

A Photographic Guide to Birds of East Africa

Dave Richards

1996

"This photographic guide deals with the basics of bird identification in East Africa by presenting those species that are most likely to be seen in accessible habitats throughout the region. The book is aimed directly at field identification. For those species that are sexually dimorphic, have both breeding and non-breeding plumages, or in which the juvenile plumage differs markedly from that of the adult, more than one photograph has been included. Thumbnail silhouettes aid the reader in quickly locating the correct group of birds, and for each species account a map shows the bird's distribution."

Photographic Guide to Birds of Britain and Europe

Paul Sterry and Jim Flegg

1st edition

1995

"Key identification facts about 250 bird species most frequently seen in Britain and Europe are presented in this illustrated book. A distribution map and details on bird biology and behaviour is included and thumbnail silhouettes identifying different family groups are shown on the guide pages."

A Photographic Guide to Birds of Peninsular Malaysia and Singapore

G.W.H. Davison and Chew Yen Fook

1995

"Over 250 species of birds of peninsula Malaysia and Singapore are included in this guide, each description supported by a colour photograph. Thumbnail silhouettes, identifying visually the different family groups, lead the reader to the relevant section of the book. The introduction explains how to use the guide effectively and also contains information on bird biology and behaviour."

A Photographic Guide to the Birds of Australia

Peter Rowland

1st edition

1995

"This photographic guide deals with the basics of bird identification in Australia by presenting those species that are most likely to be seen in accessible habitats throughout the region. The book is aimed directly at field identification. For those species that are sexually dimorphic, have both breeding and non-breeding plumages, or in which the juvenile plumage differs markedly from that of the adult, more than one photograph has been included. Thumbnail silhouettes aid the reader in quickly locating the correct group of birds, and for each species account a map shows the bird's distribution."