Birds of Mexico and Central America (Princeton Illustrated Checklists)
Edition: New Ed edition
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Published: July 3, 2006
Language: eng
Format: Paperback
Number of pages: 336
ISBN-13: 9780691120706
Subjects: Birds (ornithology); Nature; Nature/Ecology; Birds & Birdwatching - General; Biological Sciences; Birds & birdwatching; Birds and Natural History; Nature / Birds & Birdwatching; Birds; Central America; Identification; Mexico; Pictorial works
Description: Birds of Mexico and Central America is the only field guide to illustrate and describe every species of bird in Central America from Mexico to Panama, including Belize, Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua, and Costa Rica. Written and illustrated by Ber van Perlo, this handsome work covers more than 1,500 species. Information on key identification features, habitats, songs, and calls is included as are distribution maps showing each species' location and prevalence. Enhanced with ninety-eight color plates, the book provides illustrations of all plumages for the adult males and females as well as the juveniles of each species. Illustrations appear opposite their relevant text for quick and easy reference. Comprehensive and highly portable, this guide is a must for any birdwatcher visiting the region.