Birds of the Dominican Republic and Haiti Princeton Field Guides: Amazon.co.uk: Steven Latta, Christopher Rimmer, Allan Keith, James Wiley, Herbert Raffaele, Kent McFarland, Eladio Fernandez: Books

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[This book] fills a major gap in the ornithological literature of the West Indies. . . . Ornithologists and birders interested in West Indies birds, and especially Hispaniola's birds, now have an excellent, modern guide to these species. The book is highly recommended to these enthusiasts, as well as naturalists, conversation biologists, and academic and public libraries. -- "International Hawkwatcher

The first comprehensive field guide to the birds of Hispaniola. -- "Wildlife Activist

If you are thinking of going anywhere near Haiti or Dominican Republic, pick this one up. It's an excellent book. -- Geoff Carpentier, OFO News

Any visitor to the island will find the guide an indispensable asset. -- Chris Doughty, The Bird Observer

This well-illustrated new work fills a large void in the literature on birdwatching and the environment in these tropical countries. Touted as the first comprehensive field guide to Hispaniola's birds, it provides detailed accounts for more than 300 species, including thirty-one endemic species. . . . An important contribution to the literature that will provide a handy guide to the region. -- Charles E. Keller, Indiana Audubon Quarterly

This is a wonderful addition to the literature on West Indian birds and a must-have book for anyone headed for Hispaniola or interested in the distribution and abundance of that island's birds. It is both attractive and detailed. -- John R. Faaborg, North American Bird Bander

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Birds of the Dominican Republic and Haiti fills a large void in the literature on birdwatching and the environment in these tropical countries. The first comprehensive field guide devoted to Hispaniola's birds, it provides detailed accounts for more than 300 species, including thirty-one endemic species.

Included in the species descriptions are details on key field marks, similar species, voice, habitats, geographic distribution on Hispaniola, status, nesting, range, and local names used in both the Dominican Republic and Haiti. The authors also comment on ecology, behavior, and taxonomic status. The book provides color illustrations and range maps based on the most recent data available. But the authors' intent is to provide more than just a means of identifying birds. The guide also underscores the importance of promoting the conservation of migratory and resident birds, and building support for environmental measures.

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An excellent, easy to use guide 26 Sep 2008

By J. Longstaff

Format:Paperback

I bought this book prior to travelling to the Dominican Republic for an all inclusive holiday thinking it might be fun to take a guide to the local bird life to have by the pool or on the beach. I was immediately glad I bought it. The book is well laid out with full colour plates of all the birds described and these are helpfully grouped together by family at the front of the book. Further in, and each bird's range, description and habits are detailed with helpful information such as details of similar species and tips for quick identification. There is also a lot of information about good places to go specifically for the purpose of birdwatching though I didn't get a chance to try any of these spots.

Over the two week holiday, we were able to identify over 20 of the species described in the book from Magnificent Frigatebirds to Bananaquits and we'd never have done it without this guide. Highly recommended if you're travelling to Hisplaniola and are interested in wildlife of any kind - even if you're going to a hotel for a beach holiday!

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A "must take with you" book for birders 10 Mar 2010

By Professor PS Friedmann

Hispaniola -as the island containing Haiti and The Dominican Republic was known, has 31 endemic bird species not found elsewhere. While other books on birds of central America or other Caribbean Islands will have many shared species with a wide geographical distribution, it could be very frustrating not to have this book with you if you want to bird in Hispaniola. There is a good map and section on the different habitats and birding areas at the beginning. The illustrations are of two main types - small drawings of the non-endemic species and larger plates of the endemic species. There are 57 colour plates with pictures and on the facing page the names and brief characteristics. For for each bird the geographical distribution and more detailed information has to be looked up elsewhere in the book. Overall essential for birding in the Dominican Republic and good value for money.

Peter Friedmann

Birds of the Dominican Republic and Haiti 9 Dec 2011

By robinsuko

Birds of the Dominican Republic and Haiti (Helm Field Guides)
This is an excellent illustrated guide to birds and their habitats with migrations dates and best sightings.