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Byers, Clive

 
9780883590621: A Photographic Guide to the Birds of Peru

Présentation de l'éditeur

A country of huge scenic diversity, Peru is a birdwatchers paradise and a popular tourist destination. In constant competition with its neighbours Colombia and Ecuador as to which country can claim the highest number of bird species, Peru is home to about 1,800 different types. These range from the mighty Andean Condor to a dazzling variety of jewel-like hummingbirds. Many dramatic birds can be seen in the capital city of Lima itself, with bright and fiery Vermilion Flycatchers in the parks and gardens, noisy Canary-winged Parakeets in the streets and exotic Inca Terns and Peruvian Pelicans along the shoreline. Deep in the forests of the Amazon basin lurk birds of great variety and beauty: antpittas, trogons, manakins, motmots and cocks-of-the-rock intriguing names that represent some of the most exciting birds anywhere. This concise and easy-to-use guide features 252 of Perus most interesting and spectacular birds, with each illustrated in full colour and with key information on identification, habitat and distribution.

Biographie de l'auteur

Clive Byers is first and foremost a birder. He works freelance as a bird artist and illustrator, photographer, writer, lecturer and guide. He has led many trips to various parts of the world, including every country in South America, though Peru remains his favourite. He has also illustrated bird books covering areas such as the Indian Subcontinent and South-East Asia.

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9781845376130: A Photographic Guide to Birds of Peru

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ISBN 10 :  1845376137 ISBN 13 :  9781845376130
Editeur : New Holland Publishers Ltd, 2007
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