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A Field Guide To The Birds Of China,Used
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China Is One Of The Largest Countries In The World, Covering 7% Of The Earth'S Land Surface, And Encompassing A Hugely Diverse Range Of Habitats. As A Result It Boasts A Rich And Diverse Avifauna, Including Some Of The Most Spectacular And Fascinating Birds To Be Found Anywhere In The World. John Mackinnon And Karen Phillipps' Important New Guide Will Be The First Truly Comprehensive, Taxonomically Modern, And Fully Illustrated Field Guide To The Birds Of China. Over 1300 Bird Species Are Illustrated In 128 Original Colour Paintings, By Karen Phillipps And Dave Showler. The Species Accounts Stress The Key Points For Field Recognition And Give A Full Description Of The Plumage, Voice, Range, Distribution, Status, And Behavioral Characteristics For Every Bird, With Additional Descriptions Provided For Hundreds Of Subspecies. Colour Distribution Maps Are Provided For All Illustrated Species. The Book Also Includes A Useful Introductory Section That Presents A Background To The Ecology Of China, A Brief History Of Chinese Ornithology, And Plenty Of Practical Hints On Birdwatching In China. The Guide'S Portable Format Means It Will Fit Easily Into A Backpack Or Pocket. John Mackinnon Lived In China And Hong Kong For Eight Years, And Has Extensive Experience Of Watching And Writing About Chinese Birds. He Has Been Working In Ecology And Conservation In Asia For Over 30 Years, And His Work In China Included Coauthoring The Master Plan To Save The Giant Panda And Its Habitat. He Has Written And Coauthored Many Books On The Natural History Of Asia, Including A Number Of Other Bird Guides. Karen Phillipps Was Born In Borneo, Lived In Hong Kong For Over 20 Years, And Has Illustrated Several Other Books On The Birdlife Of The Region.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'A Field Guide to the Birds of China'? A: The main focus of the guide is to provide a comprehensive and fully illustrated reference to the diverse bird species found in China, highlighting their key identification features, behaviors, and habitats.
- Q: How many bird species are illustrated in this guide? A: The guide illustrates over 1300 bird species, with 128 original color paintings to aid in identification.
- Q: Who are the authors of this field guide? A: The guide is authored by John MacKinnon and Karen Phillipps, both of whom have extensive experience in ornithology and ecology in Asia.
- Q: What type of information can I find in the species accounts? A: Species accounts include descriptions of plumage, voice, range, distribution, status, and behavioral characteristics, along with additional details for many subspecies.
- Q: Is there an introductory section in the guide? A: Yes, the guide includes an introductory section that discusses the ecology of China, a brief history of Chinese ornithology, and practical hints for birdwatching.
- Q: What is the format of the book? A: The book is published in a portable paperback format, making it easy to carry in a backpack or pocket for field use.
- Q: When was 'A Field Guide to the Birds of China' published? A: The guide was published on August 10, 2000.
- Q: What is the total number of pages in the book? A: The book contains a total of 600 pages.
- Q: Is this guide suitable for beginner birdwatchers? A: Yes, the guide is designed to be accessible for all levels of birdwatchers, providing clear identification features and practical tips.
- Q: What makes this guide different from other bird guides? A: This guide is notable for being the first truly comprehensive and taxonomically modern field guide to the birds of China, with a focus on detailed species accounts and illustrations.