A Guide to the Birds of Trinidad and Tobago

A Guide to the Birds of Trinidad and Tobago
Author: Richard Ffrench
Publisher: Christopher Helm Publishers, Incorporated
Total Pages: 426
Release: 1992
Genre: Birds
ISBN: 9780713635188

A guide to the richest area for birdlife in the Caribbean where nearly all South American birds can be found. It covers the history of ornithology in the islands, the bird's different habitats and status, range and subspecies, field description, food, nesting and behaviour.

Birds of Trinidad and Tobago

Birds of Trinidad and Tobago
Author: Martyn Kenefick
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages: 274
Release: 2016-10-20
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 1472946030

Trinidad & Tobago are popular tourist destinations and the islands are also a top location for visiting birders. This comprehensive and portable field guide covers every species found on the islands. The concise text includes descriptions of every species, highlighting plumage variation and distinctions from similar species. The plates use the relevant images from Birds of Northern South America to create new plates specific for Trinidad & Tobago. This new edition has been completely revised. The plates have been extensively re-worked, with many images replaced and repainted. As a result, there are now eight extra plates, and some groups, such as flycatchers, have been repainted almost in entirety. The text has also been updated. This new edition supersedes all previous field guides to these popular islands.

A Birdwatcher's Guide to Trinidad & Tobago

A Birdwatcher's Guide to Trinidad & Tobago
Author: W. L. Murphy
Publisher: Trinidad Birding
Total Pages: 178
Release: 2004
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 1871104114

Describes various sites that have been visited, verified and been given revised text. This book provides bar graphs of seasonal distribution and sections on selected species of birds. It has a brief summary of the islands' biota, lists of mammals, amphibians and reptiles. It has travel advice and information on local contacts and societies.

Field Guide to the Birds of Trinidad and Tobago

Field Guide to the Birds of Trinidad and Tobago
Author: Martyn Kenefick
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages: 274
Release: 2019-03-07
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 1472941535

The definitive photographic guide to the fantastic avifauna of Trinidad and Tobago The tropical islands of Trinidad and Tobago enjoy a rich diversity of bird species, including visitors from the nearby mainland and others travelling the migratory flyway from North America. With beautiful colour illustrations and concise descriptions, this new and comprehensive field guide covers every species known to occur on the islands. Concise descriptions of every species highlighting plumage variation and distinctions from similar species are accompanied by 115 colour plates illustrating all the relevant plumages of over 480 species. Also included is up-to-date information on where to watch birds in Trinidad and Tobago, as well as an overview of the geography, climate and habitats of the islands.

Birds of Central America

Birds of Central America
Author: Andrew C. Vallely
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Total Pages: 585
Release: 2018-10-16
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 0691184151

The first comprehensive field guide to the birds of Central America Birds of Central America is the first comprehensive field guide to the avifauna of the entire region, including Belize, Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Panama. Handy and compact, the book presents text and illustrations for nearly 1,200 resident and migrant species, and information on all rare vagrants. Two hundred sixty detailed plates on convenient facing-page spreads depict differing ages and sexes for each species, with a special focus on geographic variation. The guide also contains up-to-date range maps and concise notes on distribution, habitat, behavior, and voice. An introduction provides a brief overview of the region’s landscape, climate, and biogeography. The culmination of more than a decade of research and field experience, Birds of Central America is an indispensable resource for all those interested in the bird life of this part of the world. Detailed information on the entire avifauna of Central America 260 beautiful color plates Range maps, text, and illustrations presented on convenient facing-page spreads Up-to-date notes on distribution supported by an extensive bibliography Special focus on geographic variation of bird species

The Rough Guide to Trinidad and Tobago (Travel Guide eBook)

The Rough Guide to Trinidad and Tobago (Travel Guide eBook)
Author: Polly Thomas
Publisher: Apa Publications (UK) Limited
Total Pages: 419
Release: 2018-08-04
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 1789194946

Discover these fascinating twin islands with the most incisive and entertaining guidebook on the market. Whether you plan to join a mas band at Port of Spain's Carnival, dive Tobago's coral reefs or enjoy the pristine beaches, The Rough Guide to Trinidad & Tobago will show you the ideal places to sleep, eat, drink, shop and visit along the way. - Independent, trusted reviews written with Rough Guides' trademark blend of humour, honesty and insight, to help you get the most out of your visit, with options to suit every budget. - Full-colour chapter maps throughout - to explore the colonial-era streets of downtown Port of Spain or navigate the bars, restaurants and guesthouses of Tobago's Crown Point without needing to get online. - Stunning images - a rich collection of inspiring colour photography. - Things not to miss - Rough Guides' rundown of thebest sights and experiences in Trinidad & Tobago. - Itineraries - carefully planned routes to help you organize your trip. - Detailed coverage - this travel guide has in-depth practical advice for every step of the way. Areas covered include: In Trinidad: Port of Spain, Chaguaramas and the Bocas islands, North coast beaches and villages, Brasso Seco, Toco,Grande Riviere, Manzanilla/Mayaro, San Fernando, Icacos. In Tobago: Crown Point, Mount Irvine, Scarborough, Castara, Windward Coast, Speyside, Charlotteville. Attractions include: In Trinidad: Carapichaima; the North Coast Road; the Northern Range; Asa Wright Nature Centre; Yerette and Mount St Benedict; Nariva Swamp; Pitch Lake; Tobago: Store Bay beach; Pigeon Point; Bon Accord lagoon; The windward and leewards coasts; Forest Reserve; Little Tobago Basics - essential pre-departure practical information including getting there, local transport, accommodation, food and drink, festivals and public holidays, outdoor activities, sports, culture and etiquette, crime and personal safety, shopping and more. Background information- a Contexts chapter devoted to history, Carnival, music, ecology and wildlife and recommended books, plus a section on Creole English. Make the Most of Your Time on Earth with The Rough Guide to Trinidad & Tobago About Rough Guides : Escape the every day with Rough Guides. We are aleading travel publisher known for our "tell it like it is" attitude, up-to-date content and great writing. Since 1982, we've published books covering more than 120 destinations around the globe, with an ever-growing series of ebooks, a range of beautiful, inspirational reference titles, and an award-winning website. We pride ourselves on our accurate, honest and informed travel guides.

Adventure Guide to Trinidad and Tobago

Adventure Guide to Trinidad and Tobago
Author: S. Harry Pethkaros
Publisher: Hunter Publishing (NJ)
Total Pages: 198
Release: 1996
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 9781556507441

This guide is part of a series focusing on outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, rock climbing, horseback riding, downhill skiiing, parasailing, backpacking, waterskiing and scuba diving. Historical and other background information is provided, as well as comprehensive travel details.

Collins Bird Guide

Collins Bird Guide
Author: Lars Svensson
Publisher:
Total Pages: 399
Release: 2000
Genre: Birds
ISBN: 9780007100828

With expanded text and even larger colour illustrations, this guide covers every species and every plumage you will see, with detailed information on identification, habitat and voice.

Where to Watch Birds in Ethiopia

Where to Watch Birds in Ethiopia
Author: Claire Spottiswoode
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages: 193
Release: 2010-08-20
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 1408135973

This new slim volume is an authoritative guide to the best birding sites in Ethiopia, lavishly illustrated with photographs and maps. Ethiopia is one of Africa's top birding destinations, harbouring dramatic scenery, a wonderful diversity of habitats, over 30 endemic species, and a number of other regional specialities that cannot be easily seen anywhere else in the world. No self-respecting world lister can afford not to go there! This new book is a comprehensive site guide to the 50 best birding sites in the country. Each site describes how to get there, what you can see there, and when to visit. A number of full colour maps complement the site texts, and GPS co-ordinates allow sites to be located with great accuracy. A section covering the top 50 species gives details of how to see each of these special birds. The book is completed with an annotated checklist of all the country's birds and more than 150 photographs of birds, habitats and even some of Ethiopia's other fauna and flora.