Birds of India: Pakistan, Nepal, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, and the Maldives

Description: Birds of India: Pakistan, Nepal, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, and the Maldives by Richard Grimmett, Carol Inskipp A field guide to the birds of the Indian subcontinent. It features maps and text opposite the plates for quicker and easier reference. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The best field guide to the birds of the Indian subcontinent is now even better. Thoroughly revised, with 73 new plates and many others updated or repainted, the second edition of "Birds of India" now features all maps and text opposite the plates for quicker and easier reference. Newly identified species have been added, the text has been extensively revised, and all the maps are new. Comprehensive and definitive, this is the indispensable guide for anyone birding in this part of the world.The leading field guide to the birds of the Indian subcontinent—now thoroughly revised and improved 1,375 species illustrated and described, including all residents, migrants, and vagrants 226 color plates—including 73 new ones—depict every species and many distinct plumages and races Concise text and accurate distribution maps opposite plates for easy reference Includes newly identified species Author Biography works for BirdLife International in Indonesia and has managed consercation programs in Europe and Asia. Review This book is the field guide for the birds of the Indian Subcontinent?. Most highly recommended. Wildlife Activist Exactly what was needed. The authors have done a wonderful job of balancing the needs of information and space. Bird Watchers Digest Achieve[s] the high standards one expects from Princeton University Press field guides. Excellent for casual bird enthusiasts and serious birders making short visits to the regions covered. Condor The amazing variety of colorful species represented in this field guide are a feast for the mind and the eye, even if one is not planning on boarding the next plane for a birding trip to the subcontinent. -- Dorothy Borders Backyard Birder A guide to India has a lot of ground to cover, and with a growing cadre of local birders as part of an increasing middle class in the country, its as apt to be used as extensively by Indians as by visitors to India, which makes it doubly important that its right... Both local and visiting birders have a lot to look forward to in this guide, but youd expect nothing less from Princeton University Press. There are only a few options for those wishing to bird India, theyre certainly fortunate that the one thats available is of such uniformly high quality. -- Nate Swick Drinking Bird The quality of the color plates and the amount of detailed information packed into this relatively compact field guide make this a top title for anyone interested in birds of the Indian Subcontinent and a must for any birder traveling to the region. I give Birds of India 4.5 Goldfinches out of 5. -- Amy Evenstad Magnificent Frigatebird I would recommend Birds of India: Pakistan, Nepal, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, and the Maldives for any birders who live in or will be traveling to visit India or one of its neighbors. -- John Beetham A DC Birding Blog Without a doubt, this user-friendly guide is a must for anyone heading to the Indian subcontinent or for those who simply want to add another remarkable field guide to their library. My next backpacking trip will hopefully be the Indian subcontinent and the Birds of India will certainly be the first item packed. -- Ethan Kistler Nomadic Birder What a beautiful book. Since I was a child, reading Rudyard Kiplings Jungle Book, I have wanted to go to India. I havent made it yet, but if I ever get to go, this book will be in my suitcase, even if something else has to be left out. -- Penny Miller A Charm of Finches Even if you have the first edition of the Birds of India: Pakistan, Nepal, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, and the Maldives, you will benefit enormously from this second edition... Comprehensive and authoritative, this is an indispensable guide for anyone birding anywhere in the Indian Subcontinent. -- Frank Lambert Birders Library This latest book on the birds of India becomes the one to own and the one use in the field, and although no one will find themselves alone in India, I can heartily recommend Birds Of India as a worthy companion for any birder planning to visit there, or indeed any part of the Indian subcontinent. It will also follow someone around by fitting into a rucksack or a large pocket. Another Bird Blog The best field guide to the birds of the Indian subcontinent is now even better... I thoroughly recommend this and cant wait to get back to the sub-continent for it to help me fill some gaps in my lists! Fatbirder Fantastic and thorough. -- Eddie Callaway Birdfreak Review Quote "Without a doubt, this user-friendly guide is a must for anyone heading to the Indian subcontinent or for those who simply want to add another remarkable field guide to their library. My next backpacking trip will hopefully be the Indian subcontinent and the Birds of India will certainly be the first item packed."-- Ethan Kistler, Nomadic Birder blog Details ISBN0691153493 Author Carol Inskipp Pages 528 Publisher Princeton University Press Series Princeton Field Guides (Paperback) Language English ISBN-10 0691153493 ISBN-13 9780691153490 Media Book Format Paperback Short Title BIRDS OF INDIA 2/E Edition 2nd Illustrations Yes DEWEY 598 Residence US Birth 1960 Year 2012 Imprint Princeton University Press Place of Publication New Jersey Country of Publication United States Replaces 9780691049106 Publication Date 2012-01-16 Translated from English Subtitle Pakistan, Nepal, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, and the Maldives - Second Edition Series Number 81 UK Release Date 2012-01-16 AU Release Date 2012-02-05 NZ Release Date 2012-02-05 US Release Date 2012-02-05 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. 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