- Paperback: 195 pages
- Publisher: New Holland Publishers Ltd; 2nd edition edition (25 Sep 2008)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 1847733182
- ISBN-13: 978-1847733184
- Product Dimensions: 19 x 9 x 1.2 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 201,105 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Product Description
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.
About the Author
Gehan de Silva Wijeyeratne is one of the leading nature photographers in Sri Lanka. He has also published photographic guide booklets to the butterflies, dragonflies and rainforests of Sri Lanka. He is the CEO of Jetwing Eco Holidays, which runs many wildlife tours in the country. Deepal Warakagoda lives in Sri Lanka where he acts as a tour guide for A. Baur and Co. He is one of the most active birdwatchers in Sri Lanka, is joint editor of the Ceylon Bird Club bulletin, and has recently discovered a new species of owl - Serendib Scops-owl - the first new Sri Lankan bird for 132 years. Dr. T.S.U. de Zylva is an ornithologist and photographer based in Sri Lanka, and has written a number of books on the country's birds.
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28 of 28 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
If you have a moderate interest in birds and want a book that will fit in a backpack, this is the one. The photographs are clear and the text is helpful. It will suit all but the serious birdwatcher. It is not easily available in Sri Lanka, so buy a copy before you go!
13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
We are keen amateur bird watchers, and we recently used this little book on a trip to Sri Lanka. We found it to be excellent value for money, and a useful size for carrying with us each day when we were out and about. The photographs and descriptions were sufficient to allow us to identify about 50 species during our trip.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
A great pocket or handbag sized book which is just perfect for identifying the fabulous birds you will undoubtedly see during a visit to Sri Lanka. Lots of clear photos and discriptions of the birds.
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