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Description
This is a guide to 'true' finches and sparrows illustrating all the species, many races and most sex and age variations, with almost 950 portraits.
The maps accompanying the illustrations show breeding and wintering ranges for all species. Although the guide is not primarily intended for cagebird enthusiasts, it will also be useful for those wishing to know more about the species encountered in captivity.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Regions covered by this book
How to use this book
Species included
Taxonomy and nomenclature
Colour plates and plate captions
Plumage terminology
Descriptive parts of a bird
Geographical setting
Climate
Main habitats and bird species
Importance for birds
Birdwatching areas
Conservation
Conservation measures
National Organisations
International Organisations
References
Glossary
Family Summaries
Species Accounts (1-152)
Appendix I Vagrants
Appendix II List of alternative English nails
Appendix III List of alternative generic names
Index
Acknowledgements
Regions covered by this book
How to use this book
Species included
Taxonomy and nomenclature
Colour plates and plate captions
Plumage terminology
Descriptive parts of a bird
Geographical setting
Climate
Main habitats and bird species
Importance for birds
Birdwatching areas
Conservation
Conservation measures
National Organisations
International Organisations
References
Glossary
Family Summaries
Species Accounts (1-152)
Appendix I Vagrants
Appendix II List of alternative English nails
Appendix III List of alternative generic names
Index
Acknowledgements
Product details
| Published | 01 Nov 2011 |
|---|---|
| Format | Hardback |
| Edition | 1st |
| Extent | 512 |
| ISBN | 9781408135082 |
| Imprint | Helm |
| Dimensions | 234 x 156 mm |
| Series | Helm Identification Guides |
| Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing |
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