Pigeons and Doves: A Guide to Pigeons and Doves of the World
Pigeons and doves are a large family of birds occurring throughout the  world. This book-the first to be dedicated to the field identification of these birds and to  be fully illustrated in color-incorporates much recent information about them.Many  species of pigeons and doves are specialist frugivores, say the authors, while others feed  on seeds. Most are arboreal, and the tropical species in particular are often brightly  colored. The family includes gregarious migratory species as well as shy, ground- dwelling forms such as the exotic crowned pigeons of New Guinea. The comprehensive  text is accompanied by 76 exquisite color plates that capture the essence of these varied  birds and illustrate all species and subspecies.David Gibbs is a freelance ecologist and  naturalist. He has recently worked as a field assistant in the production of wildlife films.