Download or read book Wilds of Lanka written by Ravi Samarasinha and published by . This book was released on 2005 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Wild Sri Lanka written by Gehan de Silva Wijeyeratne and published by Wild Places of Asia. This book was released on 2013 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sri Lanka has one of the highest species densities in the world including a number of endemic plants and animals. Unusually for a moderately sized island it also has large mammals. It is one of the best places in the world for seeing and photographing Blue Whales, Sperm Whales, Leopards, Asian Elephants and Sloth Bears, dubbed Sri Lanka's 'Big Five'. It also has the largest annually recurring 'Gathering' of wild elephants of anywhere in the word; a truly spectacular event. This book brings together all of Sri Lanka's top wildlife stories, many of which have come to light only in the last few years. Further chapters detail wildlife watching opportunities for primates, birds, reptiles, turtles, butterflies and dragonflies; a description of the parks and reserves by habitat type; and a wildlife watching calendar to help plan a trip. Throughout the book there are extracts from 'A Naturalist's Journal' which in the form of a first person commentary take readers to specific habitats in search of the animals to be found there.
Download or read book Birds of Sri Lanka written by Deepal Warakagoda and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2022-03-17 with total page 438 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The definitive photographic guide to the amazing avifauna of Sri Lanka. The island of Sri Lanka is one of Southern Asia's most popular birding destinations, boasting a remarkably high number of endemic species. The perfect companion for any wildlife-friendly visitor, Birds of Sri Lanka provides photographic coverage of more than 320 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 Sri Lanka 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 Mammals of Sri Lanka written by Gehan de Silva Wijeyeratne and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2016-07-14 with total page 174 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A portable guide on the mammals of Sri Lanka designed for the nature-loving traveller. A compact, easy-to-use mammal identification guide for any nature watcher on a visit to Sri Lanka. More than 40 species are described here in detail, from the Grey Slender Loris to the Giant Squirrel and the Fishing Cat. All of these animals are clearly illustrated in a collection of specially commissioned colour photographs. With more than 130 full-colour photographs, a regional distribution map and handy tips on the best localities for spotting animals. Illustrated with clear colour photography and brief but authoritative descriptions the Pocket Photo Guides highlight the species of animals from each region that the traveller is most likely to see, as well as those that are truly endemic (only to be seen in that country or region) or special rarities. The genuine pocket size allows the books to be carried around on trips and excursions and will take up minimal rucksack and suitcase space.
Download or read book Wild Flowers of Sri Lanka written by Arittha Wikramanayake and published by . This book was released on 2011 with total page 349 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Bradt Sri Lankan Wildlife written by Gehan de Silva Wijeyeratne and published by Bradt Travel Guides. This book was released on 2007 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An ideal field guide and armchair read, this guide to Sri Lanka's incredible diversity is illustrated with color photographs of species and includes maps charting animal habitats to aid identification. Readers will find stunning color photographs of terrestrial and marine animals as well as photography tips and wildlife viewing itineraries.
Download or read book Aliya written by Teresa Cannon and published by Blue Dolphin Pub. This book was released on 1995 with total page 179 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This beautifully designed and photographed book will open your eyes to the magnificence and fragile destiny of the elephants of Sri Lanka. See them: -- Involved in human activities: "For ten nights, just at dusk, drummers, horn blowers, dancers, fire walkers and whip crackers accompany elaborately adorned elephants in procession from the temple". -- In the wild: "Peering into the dense scrub, we could just make out their grey bulk. Within seconds, and in absolute silence, they vanished". "An expansive and exquisitely produced large-format book which places the rich mythology of the Sri Lankan elephant in the context of a long and fascinating relationship with human societies which have, through the centuries, used the elephant for war, sport and work. The book leaves no aspect of elephant life and lore unexplored and leaves one with a deep respect for these giant beasts and the authors who have represented them in such an attractive and interesting way". -- Robert Hefner, The Canberra Times
Download or read book Wave written by Sonali Deraniyagala and published by McClelland & Stewart. This book was released on 2013-03-05 with total page 146 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A brave, intimate, beautifully crafted memoir by a survivor of the tsunami that struck the Sri Lankan coast in 2004 and took her entire family. On December 26, Boxing Day, Sonali Deraniyagala, her English husband, her parents, her two young sons, and a close friend were ending Christmas vacation at the seaside resort of Yala on the south coast of Sri Lanka when a wave suddenly overtook them. She was only to learn later that this was a tsunami that devastated coastlines through Southeast Asia. When the water began to encroach closer to their hotel, they began to run, but in an instant, water engulfed them, Sonali was separated from her family, and all was lost. Sonali Deraniyagala has written an extraordinarily honest, utterly engrossing account of the surreal tragedy of a devastating event that all at once ended her life as she knew it and her journey since in search of understanding and redemption. It is also a remarkable portrait of a young family's life and what came before, with all the small moments and larger dreams that suddenly and irrevocably ended.
Download or read book A Naturalist s Guide to the Birds of Sri Lanka 3rd Edition written by Gehan de Silva Wijeyeratne and published by . This book was released on 2021-04-29 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A fully revised edition of this bestselling, easy-to-use identification guide to 278 bird species covering the most commonly seen in Sri Lanka. Written by an experienced birder with a track record for writing to a popular audience, this is an ideal, portable guide for residents and visitors alike. The author's top quality photographs are accompanied by detailed species descriptions, which include nomenclature, plumage, distribution, habits and habitat. The species accounts cover 75 of the 82 families of birds recorded in Sri Lanka and distinguish between highly scarce migrants and vagrants to explain what a realistic and good 'country list' and 'trip list' would be for residents and visitors respectively. The user-friendly introduction covers bird topography, bird orders, a novel photographic summary in taxonomic order of all 34 endemic birds that are key target species, and the main sites for viewing the listed species. Also included is a checklist of all of the birds of Sri Lanka encompassing, for each species, its common and scientific names as well as its national status.
Download or read book Illustrated Field Guide to the Flowers of Sri Lanka written by Jacob Vlas and published by Illustrated Field Guide to the Flowers of Sri Lanka. This book was released on 2015-02 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Photographic Field Guide to the Birds of Sri Lanka written by Gehan de Silva Wijeyeratne and published by . This book was released on 2017 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A fully comprehensive field guide to the 462 bird species of Sri Lanka. With photographs from the author and the region's other top-quality nature photographers, each species is illustrated, including variants where relevant. The guide is focussed on field use to help beginners and experts identify species. The main identifying features of each species are described and key facts cover size, habitat, distribution, voice and status in the country. Distribution maps provide an at-a-glance view of where the birds can be found. The book also includes information on climate and topography, orders and families, residents, migrants, endemics, vagrants and highly scarce migrants, topography and the key birdwatching sites. The checklist provides complete information on the local status of each species.
Download or read book A Naturalist s Guide to the Mammals of Sri Lanka written by Gehan de Silva Wijeyeratne and published by . This book was released on 2021-03-25 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A photographic identification guide to 92 land and 30 marine mammals represents 90 per cent of all mammals in Sri Lanka, providing a perfect for guide for residents and visitors alike. Over 300 high-quality photographs from Sri Lanka's top nature photographers are accompanied by detailed species descriptions, which include nomenclature, size, distribution, habitat and viewing tips. The user-friendly introduction covers climatic zones, topography, top wildlife sites, night safaris and where to watch marine mammals. Also included is an all-important checklist of all of the mammals of Sri Lanka encompassing, for each species, its common and scientific names.
Download or read book Repertoire written by L. J. Mendis Wickramasinghe and published by . This book was released on 2015 with total page 158 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book A Naturalist s Guide to the Flowers of Sri Lanka written by Gehan de Silva Wijeyeratne and published by . This book was released on 2019-03-21 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Photographic identification guide to the 280 flower species most commonly seen in Sri Lanka which is perfect for resident and visitor alike. Over 300 high quality photographs from Sri Lanka's top nature photographers are accompanied by detailed species descriptions, which include nomenclature, size, distribution and habitat. The user-friendly introduction covers geography and climate, the different habitats and flower structure. Also included is a complete checklist of the flowers of Sri Lanka
Download or read book Wild Cinnamon and Winter Skin written by Seni Seneviratne and published by Peepal Tree Press. This book was released on 2007 with total page 72 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Seni Seneviratne's debut collection offers a poetic landscape that echoes themes of migration, family, love and loss and reflects her personal journey as a woman of Sri Lankan and English heritage" -- From publisher's description.
Download or read book A Naturalist s Guide to the Trees of Sri Lanka written by Gehan de Silva Wijeyeratne and published by . This book was released on 2020-10 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Over 350 high quality photographs from Sri Lanka's top nature photographers are accompanied by detailed species descriptions, which include nomenclature, size, distribution, and habitat. The user-friendly introduction covers geography and climate, the different habitats, and tree structure.
Download or read book For the Leopard written by and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 202 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Contributed articles.
