Field Guide to the Birds of Bangladesh

The definitive guide to the birds of BangladeshExquisite colour plates illustrate every major plumage variation, with the plates placed opposite the text for easy referenceRichard Grimmett and Tim Inskipp are unquestionably among the top ornithologists working with the avifauna of the Indian subcontinent. They've written many books for Helm on the region and its birdlife, over the course of almost thirty years. Paul Thompson is a birder based in Dhaka, Bangladesh.The ultimate guide to the birds of Bangladesh Despite being one of the most densely populated countries on Earth, Bangladesh boasts a diverse range of natural habitats, including forests, wetlands and grasslands, and supports a wide range of species including a number of sought after regional specialities. Birds of Bangladesh is the definitive field guide to the rich avifauna of this fascinating and beautiful country. - Covers all 705 species that occur in Bangladesh, including vagrants - 103 superb colour plates, with text on facing pages for quick and easy reference - Concise species accounts describe key identification features, voice, habitats, distribution and statusThe ultimate guide to the birds of BangladeshAcknowledgements Introduction Taxonomy and Nomenclature Plates and Species Accounts Plumage Terminology Geographical Settings Climate Main Habitats, Threats and Bird Species Importance for Birds Birdwatching Areas Conservation Measures National Organisations Glossary Family Summaries Plates and Species Accounts (1-103) Appendices References Index Quick IndexA series of comprehensive field guides for a range of spectacular birding regions. Species accounts cover all key identification features, as well as distribution and status. Colour plates and distribution maps are also included.