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Seabird Breeding Atlas of the Lesser AntillesKatharine Lowrie, David Lowrie and Natalia Collier
Environmental Protection in the Caribbean (EPIC)
2012
"The Seabird Breeding Atlas of the Lesser Antilles makes available data and narrative related to Environmental Protection in the Caribbean's (EPIC) census of breeding seabirds in the Lesser Antilles. The book provides information on methodology, species profiles and distribution maps and tables by species and country/territory, and site specific threats. The Atlas reports key individual islands for breeding seabirds in the Lesser Antilles, nations or territories supporting the greatest number of globally and regionally important populations and clarifies the significance of the region in relation to Caribbean-wide populations. Species with restricted breeding ranges are also identified. The study covered 3,162 nautical miles and over 200 islands between 2009 and 2010. Every island, islet, or cay above the high-tide level capable of supporting seabirds was surveyed by land and/or sea. Surveys were conducted over a two-year period to account for variations in breeding cycles. The only islands not surveyed by EPIC were locations for which colleagues contributed recent data. A full seabird population survey for this region had never previously been undertaken. Existing records varied greatly from areas of intense research, to sites where data were based on anecdotal notes, sometimes dating back to the early 19th century. This ground-breaking study sheds light on numerous undocumented seabird breeding colonies, as well as colonies previously thought extirpated. The standardised methods and results will provide a baseline for the future monitoring of seabirds within the region and guide conservation priorities."
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Puerto Rico's Birds in Photographs: A Complete Guide and CD-ROM Including the Virgin IslandsMark W. Oberle
Editorial Humanitas
3rd edition
2010
"The first book to illustrate in color photographs all breeding birds and regular migrants of Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands - - now in its third edition. Over 400 color photos of 191 species of birds are included. The English text is designed for students, teachers, and birdwatchers who want to understand the natural heritage of Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands by learning about their fascinating birds. The species' life histories are written for the general reader, and include important lessons for conservation of our natural resources. Over 100 professional and amateur ornithologists collaborated in this effort. The book comes with a CD-ROM with Spanish and English life history accounts and audio clips of over 400 species, plus over 2,900 photos, web resources, birdfinding information, essays on evolution and conservation, and a detailed bibliography. All species of Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands, plus most birds of the Lesser Antilles are included."
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Puerto Rico & Virgin Islands Wildlife Viewing GuideDavid W. Nellis
Falcon Press Publishing
1999
"In Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands, 59 brown and white signs point the way to places where you can see wildlife on the ground, in the air, and underwater. This book provides details about what you're likely to see at these sites, color photos of the wildlife, maps of the islands, and additional natural history facts. These islands offer visitors an opportunity to see wildlife they may never have seen before: Anolis lizards, manatees, lovely hummingbirds such as the Puerto Rican tody and green mango, sea turtles, and an incredible array of tropical fish, including sergeant majors, blue tangs, and angelfish. This guide was created through the National Watchable Wildlife Program, a unique partnership initiative coordinated by Defenders of Wildlife."
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A Guide to the Birds of Puerto Rico and the Virgin IslandsHerbert A. Raffaele
Princeton University Press
Revised edition
1989
"This is a revised edition of a widely praised guide to the birds of the largest of the Caribbean islands and the neighboring Virgin Islands. It includes detailed accounts of all 284 well-documented species known to occur in the region, 273 being illustrated. The book also contains specific sections entitled "Biogeography" and "Conservation" to foster an appreciation of the uniqueness of the region's wildlife and to develop an awareness of local conservation issues. The section "Places to Bird" will help make the stay of short-term visitors more productive. The book also substantially updates the data on avian distribution and abundance in the region covering records through November 1988."
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A Guide to the Birds of Puerto Rico and the Virgin IslandsHerbert A. Raffaele
Fondo Educativo Inter Americano
1983
"The most complete field guide to the birds of Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands ever published. Includes detailed text accounts and illustrations of all 273 well-documented species."
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Birds of the Virgin IslandsDea Murray
Dukane Press
1969 / 1976
28 pages with 10 colour plates.
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