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Birds of Mexico and Central America (Princeton Illustrated Checklists),Used
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Birds of Mexico and Central America is the only field guide to illustrate and describe every species of bird in Central America from Mexico to Panama, including Belize, Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua, and Costa Rica. Written and illustrated by Ber van Perlo, this handsome work covers more than 1,500 species.Information on key identification features, habitats, songs, and calls is included as are distribution maps showing each species' location and prevalence. Enhanced with ninetyeight color plates, the book provides illustrations of all plumages for the adult males and females as well as the juveniles of each species. Illustrations appear opposite their relevant text for quick and easy reference.Comprehensive and highly portable, this guide is a must for any birdwatcher visiting the region.More than 1,500 species described and illustratedInformation on key identification features, habitat, and songs and callsDistribution maps showing each species' location and prevalenceIllustrations of all plumages for each species98 color plates, which appear opposite their relevant text for quick and easy referenceComprehensive and highly portableA must for all birdwatchers visiting the region
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- Q: What species of birds does this guide cover? A: This field guide illustrates and describes over 1,500 species of birds found in Central America, including countries from Mexico to Panama.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Birds of Mexico and Central America'? A: The guide is written and illustrated by Ber van Perlo, a recognized expert in bird identification.
- Q: What type of information is included for each bird species? A: Each species entry includes key identification features, habitat information, songs, calls, and distribution maps showing their location and prevalence.
- Q: How many color plates are in the book? A: The book features ninety-eight color plates, providing illustrations of all plumages for adult males, females, and juveniles of each species.
- Q: Is this guide suitable for beginner birdwatchers? A: Yes, this guide is comprehensive yet portable, making it suitable for both beginner and experienced birdwatchers visiting the region.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding, which makes it lightweight and easy to carry.
- Q: When was 'Birds of Mexico and Central America' published? A: This guide was published on July 23, 2006.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The guide contains a total of 336 pages.
- Q: Is this guide helpful for identifying birds by their calls? A: Yes, the guide includes information on the songs and calls of various bird species, aiding in their identification by sound.
- Q: Does this guide include maps for bird distribution? A: Yes, the guide contains distribution maps that illustrate each species' location and prevalence across Central America.