A field guide to the Birds of brazil

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A Field Guide to the Birds of Brazil gathers the full range of avifauna in this richly biodiverse country. A veteran field guide author, Ber van Perlo describes every species and many subspecies found in Brazil, paying special attention to Brazilian endemics. Meticulously researched species accounts are accompanied by stunning full-color plates. In addition to detailed identifying features, each account gives the scientific, English, and Portuguese naines for each bird, as well as a distribution map for the species range. Anyone wishing to fully explore the incredibly varied bird life of Brazil will find this lightweight, easy-to-use guide an invaluable field companion.
Features:
?    Illustrates and describes over 1,800 species found in Brazil, including many subspecies
?    187 original color plates
?    Distribution maps indicate seasonality and occurrence?essential for finding and identifying specific Birds
?    Introductory material gives an overview of Brazil's varied biogeography, climate, geomorphology, and natural vegetation
?    Includes a list of protected areas of Brazil as well as information on relevant national and international organizations
?    English-Portuguese dictionary of frequently used terms
Ber van Perlo is the author and illustrator of numerous popular field guides, including Birds of Eastern Africa, Birds of Southern Africa, Birds of Western and Central Africa, and Birds of Mexico and Central America. Until 1991 he worked as a geographer and physical planner for the Dutch National Forest Service.
Cover design: lames Brick, Caver illustrations: Ber van Perlo