Neither a field guide nor a biological text, this book presents an overview of African birds and describes and depicts the lives and habits of almost 2,400 species.
This book celebrates and provides a useful and highly readable introduction to Africa's magnificent avian diversity. Neither a field guide nor a biological text, it presents an overview of African birds and describes and depicts the lives and habits of almost 2,400 species. The African continent and its associated islands are home to the world's second largest assemblage of birds, spanning two of the planet's great faunal kingdoms. The authors have divided the birds into large groups, with each chapter focusing on a particular group. Each group shares a common characteristic easily recognized by the nonspecialist: preferred habitat, main feeding behavior, or breeding method. For ease of reference, the bird families comprising each chapter are discussed in alphabetical order. Although a great deal is known about the birds of Africa, much still awaits discovery. Entire species have yet to be described and entered into the scientific literature; sadly, some birds may become extinct before they can be properly studied. A recurring theme in the book is the threat to many species posed by the loss or dramatic modification of habitats and by human actions such as pesticide use, hunting for food and trade, and the destruction of forests. The authors emphasize that if current trends continue, more and more bird species will become endangered.

Birds of Africa: From Seabirds to Seed-Eaters

Literature & Fiction

Chris Stuart

Tilde Stuart

Contemporary

Mit Pr

Dude, I'm Just A Giraffe

Benjamin Rumble

Ostinato Muse Press

Book by Chris Stuart, Tilde Stuart

Guide to Southern African Game & Nature Reserves

Travel

Africa

Passport Books

A beautifully illustrated guide to the larger and more frequently encountered African mammals. Individual accounts with range maps for over 200 species provide information on each animal's description, distribution status, habitat, behavior, food, and reproduction. Excellent coverage of the larger, more familiar species, plus limited coverage of some smaller African mammals including hedgehogs, hyraxes, hares and rabbits, and squirrels. Exceptionally well illustrated with over 400 color photos, b/w footprint diagrams, maps, indexes to English, German, and French common names.

Field Guide to the Larger Mammals of Africa

Science & Math

Biological Sciences

Ralph Curtis Publishing

An excellent identification guide featuring brief individual accounts combined with high quality color illustrations of the 337 mammals found in Southern Africa including whales and dolphins. Accounts provide basic information on the appearance, distribution, habitat, behavior, food and reproduction of each species. Over 500 high quality color photos and paintings, b/w illustrations, and distribution maps.

Field Guide to the Mammals of Southern Africa

Pocket guide to the 152 species of mammals from Southern, Central and East Africa that are most likely to be encountered. Where applicable, age and sex differences are illustrated. 211 color photos, and 155 maps.

Photographic Guide to Mammals of Southern, Central and East Africa

Ralph Curtis Books

Behaviour briefs

This is the first photographic field guide to the larger mammals of one of the most fascinating regions in the world. Stunning colour photography depicts more than 100 species found in a region spanning from Morocco in the west to Iran and the Arabian Peninsula in the east. All major families are represented, with mammals from the diminutive Least Weasel to the impressive Asiatic Black Bear and including iconic species such as the Arabian Oryx and Arabian Leopard. Information for each species includes a detailed description with key ID features, distribution, habitat and status, behaviour, diet and reproduction. An introduction provides useful background on regional geography and vegetation.

Photographic Guide to Mammals of North Africa and the Middle East

New Holland Publishers, Ltd.

Africa: A Natural History

Nature & Ecology

Airlife Pub Ltd

This book presents approximately 170 of Southern, Central and East Africa's most commonly seen mammals in a clear and easily accessible way. Photographs highlight the main identifying features of each animal. Where sexual dimorphism or age differences exist, these are also illustrated. Thumbnail silhouettes lead the reader to the most likely group or family of animals, acting as a quick index to the various groups of animals. Distribution maps pinpoint the areas in which the animals occur and in addition, each species account is accompanied by a short list of the major parks/game reserves in which the species may be found.

A Photographic Guide to Southern, Central and East African Mammals (Photographic Guides)

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