Pocket Guide Insects Of East Africa
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| Author | : Dino J. Martins |
| Publisher | : Penguin Random House South Africa |
| Total Pages | : 443 |
| Release | : 2015-03-27 |
| Genre | : Nature |
| ISBN | : 177584272X |
Insects have a greater impact on human lives and livelihoods than any other group of organisms. This guide will help you to identify insects that are frequently encountered, very striking or ecologically important in the region. Compact and easy-to-use, it features more than 400 of the interesting and diverse insect groups found in Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda and Burundi. Full-colour photographs of all featured species are accompanied by concise text giving key identification features for each group.
| Author | : Mike Picker |
| Publisher | : Penguin Random House South Africa |
| Total Pages | : 1011 |
| Release | : 2012-05-30 |
| Genre | : Nature |
| ISBN | : 1920572252 |
This is the first comprehensive field guide to the insect fauna of South Africa, with detailed descriptions of over 1 200 of the most common, most economically and ecologically important, and most interesting and attractive insects in the region. The easy-to-read text is matched with superb photography. Each account covers identification, biology, distribution and related species, and is accompanied by a colour photograph of the species or family.
| Author | : Chris Stuart |
| Publisher | : Penguin Random House South Africa |
| Total Pages | : 330 |
| Release | : 2013-08-22 |
| Genre | : Nature |
| ISBN | : 1775840956 |
East Africa comprises a range of habitats that provide living space for more than 360 diverse species of mammal. These vary in size from the massive elephant to the tiniest bats, shrews and mice. This compact guide covers all of the common and some of the less common mammal species of the region. For each species it offers: • key identification features, behaviour, diet, breeding biology, occurrence and size • clear, full-colour photographs • track illustrations • silhouettes to indicate size relative to human figure • distribution map A section on droppings/dung of many of the animals, as well as that of relative tracks, conclude the book. Compact and easy-to-use, this is the ideal companion both for regulars and visitors to the region.
| Author | : Dave Richards |
| Publisher | : Penguin Random House South Africa |
| Total Pages | : 618 |
| Release | : 2016-03-30 |
| Genre | : Nature |
| ISBN | : 1775843629 |
This pocket-sized photographic guide to the birds of East Africa features 296 birds likely to be spotted in the region. Colourful photographs illustrate diagnostic features and plumage differences between male and female or breeding and non-breeding birds. Comparative photographs help differentiate between confusing species. Important distinguishing characteristics are highlighted in the text. Distribution maps and Swahili common names for all species are included. Introduction features a labelled bird diagram, habitat map, glossary and useful advice to birdwatchers. An invaluable guide for visitors to national parks and the many areas in East Africa that are rich in birdlife.
| Author | : Najma Dharani |
| Publisher | : Penguin Random House South Africa |
| Total Pages | : 1561 |
| Release | : 2019-03-01 |
| Genre | : Nature |
| ISBN | : 1775846091 |
Fully updated and expanded, this third edition of the top-selling Field Guide to Common Trees & Shrubs of East Africa now features more than 520 of the trees and shrubs – indigenous and naturalized exotics – commonly found in the region. Each of the four sections – trees, shrubs, palms and mangroves – is arranged in alphabetical order according to scientific name. The book features: an informative introduction to families. Species accounts describing the plants’ habitat, bark, leaves, flowers and fruit. General and commercial applications and uses in traditional medicine. Almost 2,000 photographs depicting the species, its fruit, flowers and bark. Glossaries, both textual and illustrated, of botanical and medical terms. An invaluable ID guide to the trees and shrubs in gardens, parks and along roadsides of East Africa.
| Author | : Steve Spawls |
| Publisher | : Bloomsbury Publishing |
| Total Pages | : 1258 |
| Release | : 2018-01-25 |
| Genre | : Nature |
| ISBN | : 1472935624 |
The revised and updated edition of the definitive guide to the reptiles of this region written by a team of internationally acclaimed herpetologists. East Africa is home to a remarkable assemblage of reptiles, from crocodiles and chameleons to turtles and tortoises, lizards, worm-lizards, and a stunning array of snakes. The region is a true herpetological hot-spot. This fully revised edition of the classic field guide to the region's reptiles explores the full diversity of these animals. With updated text, detailed maps and more than 600 new photographs, this book includes every one of the 500 or so species in the region. All are described and mapped, with virtually every species accompanied by at least one colour photograph. Comprehensive and definitive, Field Guide to East African Reptiles is an essential tool for all naturalists, conservationists, educators, field workers, medical personnel and students in the region.
| Author | : Eric Holm |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 64 |
| Release | : 1995-01 |
| Genre | : Insects |
| ISBN | : 9781868258314 |
By means of a clear text and full-colour illustrations, this pocket guide examines our commonly seen insects, and details their life cycles, habits and habitats.
| Author | : Steve Collins |
| Publisher | : Pocket Guides |
| Total Pages | : 0 |
| Release | : 2016 |
| Genre | : Nature |
| ISBN | : 9781775842422 |
Compact guide to 246 common, spectacular and interesting butterflies found in Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda and Burundi. Concise text, colour photographs, distribution maps.
| Author | : Braam van Wyk |
| Publisher | : Penguin Random House South Africa |
| Total Pages | : 309 |
| Release | : 2015-12-03 |
| Genre | : Nature |
| ISBN | : 1775843513 |
Pocket Guide: Wild Flowers of South Africa covers some 260 flowers representing all of the region’s major vegetation types: Accounts are conveniently organised by flower colour. Key ID features are supplied for each flower, as well as interesting facts. A photograph and distribution map accompany each species. Includes common and conspicuous plants as well as some alien species that are naturalized in the region. This book showcases some of the region’s diverse, strikingly beautiful floral splendours.
| Author | : Anne Powys |
| Publisher | : Penguin Random House South Africa |
| Total Pages | : 417 |
| Release | : 2019-05-01 |
| Genre | : Nature |
| ISBN | : 1775842460 |
A compact guide featuring nearly 400 wild owers of Kenya and northern Tanzania, grouped for ease of use according to colour. e book includes the most widespread and commonly encountered species as well as some unusual owers found in more remote areas. Plants range from hardy succulents to spectacular epiphytic orchids and shaggy mountain lobelias, each concisely presented with reference to key features and typical habitat. Additional notes indicate whether a given species has particular ecological, medicinal or cultural value. Sales points: Colour coded for easy navigation; concise, yet detailed text highlighting key ID features and habitat; vibrant, full-colour photographs; notes on the ecological and cultural significance of particular wild flowers; attractively priced.
