Synopses & Reviews
East Africa is home to nearly 1,400 species of birds, making it one of the premier international destinations for birdwatchers. Nature lovers visiting the regions forests, wetlands, marshes, deserts and coastlines will find a variety of unique birds including snake-eating eagles, elegant flamingos and the worlds largest bird, the ostrich. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 140 familiar and unique species and includes a map featuring prominent bird-viewing areas. Laminated for durability, this lightweight, pocket-sized folding guide is an excellent source of portable information and ideal for field use on safari. Made in the USA.
Synopsis
From the various species of storks to the noisy Hadada and, of course, the ostrich, East Africa is a diverse birding destination for birdwatchers and nature lovers interested in the region's nearly 1,400 species living in the forests, wetlands, marshes, deserts and coastlines.
This laminated, full-color illustrated folding guide depicts more than 100 of the most familiar migrant and resident bird species likely to be spotted in Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda and Burundi.
Lightweight and durable, Waterford Press' Pocket Field Guides remain essential gear for adventurers headed for the worlds great eco-destinations.
About the Author
Zoologist James Kavanagh has researched and written more than 450 publications pertaining to wildlife observation and outdoor recreation. His unique talent is in taking complex information and synthesizing the salient points to make knowledge about nature and the outdoors more accessible to novices, and to present quick, portable reference information for more experienced wildlife and outdoor enthusiasts. His books have sold more than 5 million copies worldwide.