Birds of the Tropical Andes
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Birds of the Tropical Andes

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Full Title

Birds of the Tropical Andes
Author(s)

Owen Deutsch, Michael J. Parr
Edition
ISBN

9780691260952, 9780691260686
Publisher

Princeton University Press
Format

PDF and EPUB

Description

A spectacular photographic guide to the birds and biodiversity of the tropical Andes Spanning much of the western part of South America, the Andes are home to some of the world’s most magnificent birds, from exquisite hummingbirds to fabulous flamingos. This beautifully illustrated large-format book celebrates the splendor and extraordinary diversity of Andean birds and the habitats they depend on. It draws on the latest findings from the field and sheds light on the lush alpine and forested terrains that make this avifauna so rich and plentiful. With illuminating essays that share invaluable perspectives from some of the region’s leading bird conservationists, Birds of the Tropical Andes takes readers from the Pacific coast to the jungles of the Amazon, crossing peaks and high plains in search of spectacular birdlife. Lavishly illustrated with a wealth of photographs Tours the vast array of habitats that comprise the Andean mountains Covers every major ecosystem and its abundant birdlife Profiles representative species, including the rarest and most sought after Discusses the region’s unique geology and Indigenous culture A must for birders, ecotravelers, and armchair naturalists

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