Phillipps' Field Guide to the Birds of Borneo

Phillipps' Field Guide to the Birds of Borneo
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Publisher : John Beaufoy Pub
Total Pages : 370
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ISBN-10 : 1906780560
ISBN-13 : 9781906780562
Rating : 4/5 (60 Downloads)

Synopsis Phillipps' Field Guide to the Birds of Borneo by : Quentin Phillipps

This second edition lists all 669 bird species appearing in Borneo with accompanying distribution maps, describes the 52 species endemic to Borneo in detail, and includes over 2000 colour images.

Phillipps' Field Guide to the Mammals of Borneo and Their Ecology

Phillipps' Field Guide to the Mammals of Borneo and Their Ecology
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Publisher : Princeton University Press
Total Pages : 402
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ISBN-10 : 9780691169415
ISBN-13 : 0691169411
Rating : 4/5 (15 Downloads)

Synopsis Phillipps' Field Guide to the Mammals of Borneo and Their Ecology by : Quentin Phillipps

This is the most comprehensive, up-to-date, and easily accessible field guide to the mammals of Borneo—the ideal travel companion for anyone visiting this region of the world. Covering Sabah, Sarawak, Brunei, and Kalimantan, the book provides essential information on 277 species of land and marine mammals and features 141 breathtaking color plates. Detailed facing-page species accounts describe taxonomy, size, range, distribution, habits, and status. This unique at-a-glance guide also includes distribution maps, habitat plates, regional maps, fast-find graphic indexes, top mammal sites, and a complete overview of the vegetation, climate, and ecology of Borneo. Covers 277 species—from orangutans and clouded leopards to otters and other marine mammals Features 141 superb color plates Includes facing-page species accounts, distribution maps, fast-find graphic indexes, and more Describes Borneo's vegetation, climate, and ecology

Wild Borneo

Wild Borneo
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Publisher : Bloomsbury Natural History
Total Pages : 184
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ISBN-10 : STANFORD:36105114403038
ISBN-13 :
Rating : 4/5 (38 Downloads)

Synopsis Wild Borneo by :

"Wild Borneo is a beautifully photographed and eloquently written celebration of Borneo's gorgeous scenery, vast wealth of plant and animal life, and fascinating local peoples. Also featured in depth are efforts to protect the island's rainforests - world hotspots of species biodiversity - and to build a long-term global approach to conserving the multitude of natural treasures found on this unique, spectacular island." -- dust jacket.

The Kingdon Field Guide to African Mammals

The Kingdon Field Guide to African Mammals
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Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages : 640
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9781472925312
ISBN-13 : 1472925319
Rating : 4/5 (12 Downloads)

Synopsis The Kingdon Field Guide to African Mammals by : Jonathan Kingdon

This is the definitive field guide to African Mammals, fully revised and updated following the publication of the groundbreaking Mammals of Africa (2013). Jonathan Kingdon, one of the world's foremost authorities on African mammals, has both written and illustrated this landmark field guide. The unique combination of his extensive field experience and artistic talent has produced a stunning work that sets new standards. The concise text provides full information on identification, distribution, ecology, relationships and conservation status, with introductory profiles that summarise the characteristics of each mammal group. All known species of African land mammal are covered, with coverage of several of the more complex groups of small mammals simplified by reference to genera. Classification has been fully updated and this new edition includes many newly recognised species. With over 780 colour illustrations, numerous line drawings and more than 520 maps, this book will be an essential companion to anyone visiting Africa or with an interest in the mammals of the continent.

Leeches, Lice and Lampreys

Leeches, Lice and Lampreys
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Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages : 445
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9781402029264
ISBN-13 : 1402029268
Rating : 4/5 (64 Downloads)

Synopsis Leeches, Lice and Lampreys by : Graham C. Kearn

Many different kinds of animals have adopted a parasitic life style on the skin and gills of marine and freshwater fishes, including protozoans, flatworms, leeches, a range of crustaceans and even some vertebrates (lampreys). There is a parasitic barnacle, described first in the 19th century by Charles Darwin, fish lice that change sex and bivalve molluscs parasitic only when young. This book explores for the first time in one volume, the remarkable biology of these little known and frequently bizarre animals. The following closely interwoven themes are considered for each group of parasites: how they find their hosts, how they attach, feed and reproduce, the damage they inflict and how the host’s immune system retaliates. Based on the British fauna, but extending where appropriate to examples from North America, Australia and elsewhere, the book is essential reading, not just for the professional parasitologist, but also for anyone interested in fishes and in this neglected field of British natural history. With the enquiring naturalist in mind, terms and concepts are explained as they arise, backed up by a glossary, and the text is liberally illustrated. An introductory chapter on fish biology sets the scene and common fish names are used throughout, as well as scientific names.

Birds of Borneo

Birds of Borneo
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Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages : 336
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9781472924452
ISBN-13 : 1472924452
Rating : 4/5 (52 Downloads)

Synopsis Birds of Borneo by : Susan Myers

Covering the whole of the island of Borneo, this fully revised and updated edition is indispensable for anyone interested in the avifauna of this diverse region. With authoritative text and packed with sumptuous colour plates, Birds of Borneo is the definitive guide to the island's birdlife. This new edition features an extensive introduction providing information on geography, climate and habitat. The accurate text covers the identification, voice and status of all species and distinctive subspecies of the island, which is accompanied by detailed distribution maps as well as 144 colour plates covering all major races and plumage variations.

Field Guide to the Mammals of South-east Asia (2nd Edition)

Field Guide to the Mammals of South-east Asia (2nd Edition)
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Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages : 1255
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9781472934987
ISBN-13 : 1472934989
Rating : 4/5 (87 Downloads)

Synopsis Field Guide to the Mammals of South-east Asia (2nd Edition) by : Charles Francis

A fully revised and updated second edition of the only comprehensive guide to the mammals of South-east Asia. From large mammals such as the elephant, bears, big cats, dolphins and whales to monkeys and badgers to bats, civets, rats and shrews, South-east Asia is one of the world's richest regions in terms of mammal diversity. Species new to science are still being described regularly, though there is increasing pressure on all of its wild mammal populations. More than 550 species are covered in this comprehensive guide. Each species account includes key identification characteristics, habitat, behaviour, distribution and status, and many are accompanied by line drawings of footprints and details of anatomy, or other aspects of identification. Beautiful colour plates depict nearly all species and their variations, while accompanying range maps provide up-to-date information on distribution. This field guide is essential for any naturalist or traveller visiting this special corner of Asia.

A Naturalist's Guide to the Reptiles and Amphibians of Bali 2/e

A Naturalist's Guide to the Reptiles and Amphibians of Bali 2/e
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Publisher : Naturalist's Guide
Total Pages : 176
Release :
ISBN-10 : 1912081253
ISBN-13 : 9781912081257
Rating : 4/5 (53 Downloads)

Synopsis A Naturalist's Guide to the Reptiles and Amphibians of Bali 2/e by : Ruchira Somaweera

A complete photographic identification guide to all 113 reptile and amphibian species of Bali, perfect for resident and visitor alike. This second edition has been updated with the latest taxonomy and recent photographs