Birds of Jamaica

The definitive photographic guide to the spectacular avifauna of Jamaica. With a tropical climate supporting a wealth of diverse and distinct ecosystems, it''s no wonder that Jamaica has become such a popular birding destination. From hummingbirds and the Red-billed Streamertail to the Greater Flamingo and parrots, the island is home to more than 300 stunning species, including 30 endemics and many subspecies. Birds of Jamaica provides full coverage of all regularly occurring species on the Jamaican list. Each species account includes concise yet authoritative text, covering information on identification, similar species, voice, habitats, behaviour, status and distribution. There are also maps for resident and migrant birds, and recommended birdwatching sites, making this the perfect guide for any wildlife enthusiast visiting this spectacular Caribbean country.

A propos de l'auteur

Ann Haynes-Sutton is a zoologist, tour leader and photographer from Jamaica, where she has lived for more than 30 years, writing books and magazines on the island's avifauna.Vaughan A. Turland is a field naturalist, tour leader and photographer with extensive knowledge of Jamaican avifauna, lepidoptera and odonata. He writes books and scientific papers.The late Audrey Downer, who died in 2008, was a renowned ornithologist. She wrote and co-wrote a number of titles on birds, including A Photographic Guide to the Birds of Jamaica.Robert Sutton was an ornithologist and environmentalist from Jamaica. He and his wife, Ann, wrote and co-wrote several books and articles on birds in the region, including A Photographic Guide to the Birds of Jamaica.Yves-Jacques Rey-Millet is a photographer who specialises in the birds of the Caribbean. His superb photography has appeared in many books, including A Photographic Guide to the Birds of Jamaica, which he co-authored.

Détails du produit

• Auteurs: Audr Downer, Audrey Downer, Downer Audrey, Ann Haynes-Sutton, Haynes-Sutton Ann, Yves-Jacques Rey-Millet, Rey-Millet Yves-Jacques, Robert Sutton, Vaughan Turland
• Edition: Helm Christopher Publishers Ltd
• Langues: Anglais
• Format d'édition: Livre Broché
• Sortie: 07.04.2026
• EAN: 9781399415163
• ISBN: 978-1-399-41516-3
• Pages: 272
• Thème: Helm Wildlife Guides
• Catégories: Livres de conseils > Nature; NATURE / Animals / Birds, SCIENCE / Life Sciences / Zoology / Ornithology, Travel & holiday guides, NATURE / Birdwatching Guides, TRAVEL / Caribbean & West Indies, Caribbean islands, Zoology: birds (ornithology), Birds (ornithology), Wildlife: birds & birdwatching, Travel and holiday guides, Wildlife: birds and birdwatching: general interest