Download or read book Birds of the Natal Drakensberg Park written by Robin G. Little and published by . This book was released on 1992 with total page 190 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Atlas of Birds written by Mike Unwin and published by Princeton University Press. This book was released on 2011-07-10 with total page 146 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Authoritative and concise, this beautifully illustrated atlas captures the dazzling diversity of bird life around the world.
Download or read book Birds of South Africa written by Adam Riley and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2022-09-29 with total page 225 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The definitive photographic guide to the amazing avifauna of South Africa. South Africa – from the vast savanna of Kruger to the unparalleled richness of the Cape – is one of the most biodiverse countries in the world, featuring the highest number of endemics of any African country, as well as rich seabird assemblage and vast numbers of more widespread yet no less spectacular African birds. The perfect companion for any wildlife-friendly visitor, Birds of South Africa provides photographic coverage of more than 340 species that regularly occur in the region. Concise text for each species includes information on identification, songs and calls, behaviour, distribution and habitat, with each photo having been carefully selected to guide identification. A guide to the best birdwatching sites in South Africa is also included. Portable yet authoritative, this is the perfect guide for travellers and birdwatchers visiting this spectacular and bird-rich destination.
Download or read book A Scientific Bibliography of the Drakensberg Maloti and Adjacent Lowlands written by Rodney Moffett and published by UJ Press. This book was released on 2021-04-19 with total page 552 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This bibliography includes scientific articles on the Drakensberg, Maloti and Adjacent Lowlands published between 1808 and 2019. Although focussing on material appearing in accredited journals, there is such a wealth of information in the form of unpublished, yet traceable, reports, documents, presentations and dissertations, these are also included. The bibliography has two parts – a complete list arranged alphabetically, and the same references arranged in 33 different disciplines. These range from Palaeobotany with 17 entries, to Rock Art with 502 entries.
Download or read book Gamebirds of Southern Africa written by Rob Little and published by Penguin Random House South Africa. This book was released on 2012-06-28 with total page 414 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Gamebirds have been utilized since prehistoric times for both food and sport. The 21 upland species found in southern Africa include francolins, spurfowl, quails, guineafowl and sandgrouse. Interesting text summarizes the latest scientific research, while illustrated plates by Simon Barlow are works of art, conveying in accurate and painstaking detail each species in its environment. Authoritative text and beautiful artwork combine to make this a significant and worthy ornithological volume: an essential addition to the bookshelves of birders, artists, lovers of nature and the conservation-minded.
Download or read book Field Guide to Birds of Greater Southern Africa written by Keith Barnes and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2024-02-29 with total page 641 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This spectacular field guide includes all resident, breeding and migrant species found in Greater Southern Africa. Comprising South Africa, Lesotho, eSwatini, Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Malawi, Mozambique and Zambia, Greater Southern Africa is a vast region home to a truly extraordinary diversity of avifauna. The latest in the Helm Field Guide series, Birds of Greater Southern Africa describes all 1,170 regularly occurring species that are likely to be encountered in the region, from the Wandering Albatross to the Pennant-winged Nightjar. Featuring 272 colour plates by three of the world's leading bird illustrators, this practical guide also includes concise species accounts describing key identification features, status, range, habitat and voice; distribution maps for each species are also included. Fully illustrated throughout, this is an essential reference guide for anyone visiting or living in this wildlife-rich area.
Download or read book The Birds of Africa Volume II written by and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2020-05-29 with total page 600 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Universally recognised as by far the most authoritative work ever published on the subject, The Birds of Africa is a superb multi-contributor reference work, with encyclopaedic species texts, stunning paintings of all species and numerous subspecies, hundreds of informative line drawings, detailed range maps, and extensive bibliographies. Each volume contains an Introduction that brings the reader up to date with the latest developments in African ornithology, including the evolution and biogeography of African birds. Diagnoses of the families and genera, often with superspecies maps, are followed by the comprehensive species accounts themselves. These include descriptions of range and status, field characters, voice, general habits, food, and breeding habits. Full bibliographies, acoustic references, and indexes complete this scholarly work of reference. This second volume in the series deals comprehensively with the guineafowl, francolins, buttonquails, rails, cranes, finfoot, bustards, jacanas, painted-snipe, Crab Plover, oystercatchers, stilits and avocets, thick-knees, coursers and pratincoles, plovers and lapwings, sandpipers and allies, skuas, gulls, terns, skimmers, auks, sandgrouse and pigeons. The editors and artists have worked closely with other authors - all acknowledged experts in their field - to produce a superb reference in which comprehensive texts on every species are complemented by accurate and detailed paintings and drawings of the birds themselves.
Download or read book A Cradle of Rivers written by David A. Dodds and published by . This book was released on 1975 with total page 186 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Birds of Greater Southern Africa written by Keith Barnes and published by Princeton University Press. This book was released on 2024-08-06 with total page 640 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A comprehensive illustrated field guide to the birds of Greater Southern Africa The vast region of Greater Southern Africa—which includes Botswana, Eswatini, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Zambia, and Zimbabwe—is home to a truly extraordinary diversity of birds. This spectacular field guide covers all of the region’s bird species—resident, breeding, migrant, and vagrant. Covers all 1,198 species recorded in the region, including details of all the plumages and races likely to be seen Features 272 color plates with more than 3,300 illustrations Includes concise species accounts that describe key identification features, racial variation, status, range, habitat, and voice Provides an up-to-date distribution map for each species
Download or read book A Scientific Bibliography of the Drakensberg Maloti and Adjacent Lowlands written by Rodney Moffett and published by UJ Press. This book was released on 2021-04-19 with total page 552 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This bibliography includes scientific articles on the Drakensberg, Maloti and Adjacent Lowlands published between 1808 and 2019. Although focusing on material appearing in accredited journals, there is such a wealth of information in the form of unpublished, yet traceable, reports, documents, presentations and dissertations, these are also included. The bibliography has two parts – a complete list arranged alphabetically, and the same references arranged in 33 different disciplines. These range from Palaeobotany with 17 entries, to Rock Art with 502 entries.
Download or read book Hiking Trails of South Africa written by Willie Olivier and published by Penguin Random House South Africa. This book was released on 2017-11-01 with total page 604 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Brought fully up to date, with new trails included and all booking information revised, this fourth edition of Hiking Trails of South Africa is the essential guide for every hiker. Written by well-known author Willie Olivier, this comprehensive guide describes more than 500 trails, offering something for everyone – from the casual ambler to the experienced hiker. Whether you want to explore the beautiful landscape of the Karoo, wander through fynbos in the Western Cape, see the lush indigenous forests of the Garden Route, admire the sandstone mountains of the Free State, spot game on a wilderness hike in Mpumalanga or Limpopo, or experience the majesty of the Drakensberg – you will find all the information you need in Hiking Trails of South Africa. All of the trails covered include information on available facilities, accommodation (where appropriate) and activities on offer. The book also provides an invaluable guide to selecting hiking equipment, staying safe on the trail and dealing with emergencies that may arise.
Download or read book Essential Birding Western South Africa written by Callan Cohen and published by . This book was released on 2000 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Western South Africa is one of the world's greatest biodiversity hotspots and is famous among international and local birders alike for the remarkable suite of birds that are found here and nowhere else.
Download or read book Great Escapes written by Rough Guides and published by Rough Guides UK. This book was released on 2010-10-01 with total page 394 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Great Escapes unearths 500 of the world's most inspiring holidays, offering great ways to get off the beaten track and enjoy a more authentic kind of travel. Discover a wealth of new adventures from sleeping in houseboats in Kerala and witnessing the zebra migration in Botswana to taking the train-hotel from Paris to Madrid. Whether you fancy living like a local in a tipi with Native American Indians, riding with cowboys in Venezuela or staying in a bunkhouse barn in the Brecon Beacons, this guide is packed with the how, where and when to plan your next extraordinary trip. Authors Richard Hammond, former Green Travel correspondent for The Guardian, and Jeremy Smith, former Editor of The Ecologist Magazine, have hand picked the best hotels, resorts, and tours run by people who are passionate about what they do, assuring a spectacular choice of inspirational travel ideas without compromising on the quality of your holiday. Whether you wish to stay in an eco-chic hotel, experience a closer connection with local culture, or simply want to see the world in a new light; make your next trip a Great Escape.
Download or read book Lonely Planet South Africa Lesotho Eswatini written by James Bainbridge and published by Lonely Planet. This book was released on 2022-10 with total page 1064 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lonely Planets South Africa, Lesotho & Eswatini is your passport to the most up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Lounge on a Cape Town beach, spot wildlife in Kruger National Park; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of South Africa, Lesotho & Eswatini and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planets South Africa, Lesotho & Eswatini Travel Guide: Up-to-date information - all businesses were rechecked before publication to ensure they are still open after 2020s COVID-19 outbreak NEW top experiences feature - a visually inspiring collection of South Africa's best experiences and where to have them What's NEW feature taps into cultural trends and helps you find fresh ideas and cool new areas NEW pull-out, passport-size 'Just Landed' card with wi-fi, ATM and transport info - all you need for a smooth journey from airport to hotel Improved planning tools for family travellers - where to go, how to save money, plus fun stuff just for kids Colour maps and images throughout Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, websites, transit tips, prices Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - history, people, music, landscapes, wildlife, cuisine, politics Over 102 maps Covers Cape Town, Western Cape, Eastern Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, Free State, Johannesburg & Gauteng, Mpumalanga, Kruger National Park, Limpopo, North West Province, Northern Cape, Lesotho, Eswatini The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planets South Africa, Lesotho & Eswatini, our most comprehensive guide to South Africa, Lesotho & Eswatini, is perfect for both exploring top sights and taking roads less travelled. Looking for more extensive coverage? Check out Lonely Planets Cape Town & the Garden Route for a comprehensive look at all the region has to offer. About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and phrasebooks for 120 languages, and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You'll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, videos, 14 languages, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more, enabling you to explore every day. 'Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.' New York Times 'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveller's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' Fairfax Media (Australia)
Download or read book Hiking Trails of Southern Africa written by Willie Olivier and published by . This book was released on 1995 with total page 462 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a completely revised edition of The Guide to Hiking Trails and Guide to Backpacking and Wilderness Trails in one volume. It provides coverage of over 160 hiking, backpacking and wilderness trails of South Africa and Namibia. The trails are described by region, with information on how to make reservations, the facilities available, the distance covered and a description of the trail, including an indication of the degree of difficulty and the sort of weather to expect. Contour profiles and location maps of each trail are provided. On some of the trails backpackers are totally self-sufficient, and on others hikers are accompanied by a guide. The guide should be useful to both first-timers and experienced hikers.
Download or read book The Eskom Red Data Book of Birds of South Africa Lesotho and Swaziland written by Keith N. Barnes and published by Birdlife South Africa. This book was released on 2000 with total page 188 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Birds of South Africa written by Edgar Leopold Layard and published by . This book was released on 1884 with total page 942 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
