Synopses & Reviews
The isthmus of Panama - where North and South America meet - is the permanent or migratory home of more bird species than all of North America a total of 985 species! 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 by visitors and residents alike.
Synopsis
The rich avian diversity in Panama used to be one of Tropical America's best-kept secrets, but that is no longer the case as more and more people have come to recognize just how remarkable this tiny Central American nation is for observing and learning about birds. Over 1,000 species of birds have been recorded on this unique isthmus at the gateway to South America. These include North American migrants as well as neotropical specialities like antbirds, manakins, motmots, trogons, and thrush-tanagers. Whether exploring wetlands, beaches, lowland rainforests, or montane cloud forests, it helps to have on hand a portable and reliable reference with the most representative species. This beautifully illustrated resource features 140 common birds as well as an ecoregion map showing top bird-finding hotspots and learning sites. Laminated for durability, this lightweight, 12-panel folding pocket guide is a terrific companion for educators, learners, naturalists, and birders who wish to sharpen their identification skills and peer more closely into the fascinating lives of Panama's birds. Made in the USA.
About the Author
Zoologist
James Kavanagh has researched and written more than 500 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 guides have sold more than 5 million copies worldwide.