Insider's Guide

Insider's Guide
Author: Shem Compion
Publisher: Jacana Media
Total Pages: 243
Release: 2012
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 1431402591

PHOTOGRAPHS: COLLECTIONS. Inspired by Africa's unique beauty, Shem Compion, in the second instalment of a three-part series, explores the best photography spots in Botswana and Namibia. This book provides a comprehensive guide to visiting some of the most remote destinations in the world. The daunting questions of when to go, how to get there, where to stay and what to do are quickly answered. The detailed and instructive photographic notes provide up-to-date information on the vital technical aspects of photography. In addition, this book is a guide to understanding animal behaviour - a photographer's greatest asset. Insider's guide uncovers the wonders of Botswana from the Okavango Delta, Deception Valley, to the Northern Tuli Game Reserve and many more. In Namibia, discover the splendour of the Southern Deserts, the lesser known locations in Etosha National Park as well as the Caprivi Strip.

Wildlife of Botswana – A Photographic Guide

Wildlife of Botswana – A Photographic Guide
Author: Nikos Petrou
Publisher: Penguin Random House South Africa
Total Pages: 1158
Release: 2024-05-01
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 177584711X

With its mixed terrain of desert, savanna, salt pan and river delta, Botswana is home to a wide variety of wildlife, making it a prime destination for nature and wildlife enthusiasts. Wildlife of Botswana is an easy-to-use, all-in-one guide to the country’s most conspicuous and interesting mammals, birds, reptiles, invertebrates and plants. The book includes: An informative introduction to the country’s geography, climate and vegetation. Species accounts describing each species’ appearance, habits, conservation status, habitat and best viewing localities. Full-colour photographs of each species, along with distribution maps. Sales points: Compact all-in-one photographic guide to diverse animal and plant groups in Botswana. Full-colour photographs of each species. Concise species descriptions. Maps showing geographical distribution for each species.

Wildlife of South Africa

Wildlife of South Africa
Author: Duncan Butchart
Publisher: Penguin Random House South Africa
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2009
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 9781770076327

A handy, all-in-one photographic field guide to the wildlife of South Africa, this guide covers the region's mammals, birds, reptiles, frogs and trees most likely to be seen, with concise accounts and distribution maps for each species. A brief introduction discusses geology, climate, vegetation zones, wildlife hotspots, and tips on watching wildlife.

Wildlife of the Okavango

Wildlife of the Okavango
Author: Duncan Butchart
Publisher: Penguin Random House South Africa
Total Pages: 550
Release: 2016-09-01
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 1775843394

A remarkable variety of animals and plants can be found in the wilderness region surrounding the Okavango Delta. This photographic guide covers more than 470 of the area’s most conspicuous and interesting mammals, birds, reptiles, frogs, fi shes, invertebrates, trees and aquatic plants. An informative introduction describes the area’s geology, climate, habitats and the key roles played by some animals, such as termites and elephants. The species accounts feature concise text describing the species’ appearance, size, habits, habitat and status, with full-colour photographs to facilitate identification.

Wildlife of Southern Africa (Traveller’s Guide)

Wildlife of Southern Africa (Traveller’s Guide)
Author: David Hosking
Publisher: HarperCollins UK
Total Pages: 475
Release: 2011-09-29
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 0007413262

The perfect companion for the safari enthusiast, this complete traveller’s guide to the wildlife of Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, South Africa and Malawi is a must-have for all those considering a trip to the game reserves of this highly popular region.

Botswana Safari Guide

Botswana Safari Guide
Author: Chris McIntyre
Publisher: Bradt Travel Guides
Total Pages: 556
Release: 2014-04-01
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 1841624896

A guide that takes the traveler to a wilderness in northern Botswana populated almost exclusively by wildlife.

Photographing on Safari

Photographing on Safari
Author: Joe McDonald
Publisher: Amphoto
Total Pages: 144
Release: 1996
Genre: Photography
ISBN: 9780817454401

An award-winning author-photographer gives detailed instruction for other would-be safari photographers and treats readers to his own 14-day safari journal. He reveals how to get the best photos of birds, reptiles, large animals, people and scenery when visiting Kenya on safari. 150 color photos.

Birds of Botswana

Birds of Botswana
Author: Peter Hancock
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Total Pages: 398
Release: 2015-11-24
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 0691157170

The definitive field guide to the birds of Botswana Here is the ultimate field guide to Botswana's stunningly diverse birdlife. Covering all 597 species recorded to date, Birds of Botswana features more than 1,200 superb color illustrations, detailed species accounts, seasonality and breeding bars, and a color distribution map for each species. Drawing on the latest regional and national data, the book highlights the best birding areas in Botswana, provides helpful tips on where and when to see key species, and depicts special races and morphs specific to Botswana. This is the first birding guide written by a Botswana-based ornithologist and the only one dedicated specifically to Botswana. Portable and easy to use, Birds of Botswana is the essential travel companion for anyone visiting this remarkable country. Covers all 597 species of birds found in Botswana, including subspecies and color variants specific to Botswana Features more than 1,200 color illustrations—with more than one illustration for species where the sexes and ages differ Includes detailed species accounts, seasonality and breeding bars, and color distribution maps Draws on the latest bird data and the expertise of leading birders in Botswana

Wildlife Photography

Wildlife Photography
Author: Uwe Skrzypczak
Publisher: O'Reilly Media, Inc.
Total Pages: 224
Release: 2010
Genre: Photography
ISBN: 9781933952567

Wildlife Photography Techniques.

Wildlife of Namibia

Wildlife of Namibia
Author: Neil Macleod
Publisher: Penguin Random House South Africa
Total Pages: 597
Release: 2019-10-01
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 1775846636

Namibia is a fascinating land of contrasts, where floodplains, swamps and the world’s oldest desert have contributed to a rich biodiversity. Wildlife of Namibia is an easy-to-use guide to the country’s most conspicuous and interesting mammals, birds, reptiles, invertebrates and plants. The book includes: an informative introduction to the country’s geography, climate and vegetation; accounts describing each species’ appearance, habits, size and conservation status, as well as information on habitat and best viewing localities; full-colour photographs of each species, along with distribution maps to show their range. This all-in-one compact guide will prove invaluable to visitors to national parks, nature reserves and other wildlife-rich places in Namibia. Sales points: easy-to-use, compact guide to diverse wildlife groups in Namibia; full-colour images of each species; clear, concise species descriptions; maps showing geographical distribution for each species.