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Books: Birds of India - A Pictorial Field Guide

Books: Birds of India - A Pictorial Field Guide

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Birds of India covers over 1,300 species and distinct subspecies of birds found in the Indian subcontinent. It contains over 4,000 colour photographs including depictions of flight, plumage, hunting style and much more. The text provides vital and new information on voice and habits of each species. The distribution maps are accompanied by notes on status and density. This book will enable accurate field identification in one of the world?s most diverse avifaunal regions. An indispensable guide for all bird lovers. Talking Points Introduction by Tim and Carol Inskipp, renowned experts on birds of the Indian subcontinent since the ?70s Written and conceptualised by eminent ornithologist and bestselling author Bikram Grewal Fascinating exploration of over 1,300 species and distinct subspecies of birds (including the recent discovery of a new species of the Himalayan Thrush) found in the Indian subcontinent. Also, includes vagrant and doubtful species 4,000 colour photographs, some of them appear for the first time in this field guide Worldwide readership/market Birdwatchers, ornithologists, wildlife photographers and enthusiasts, nature lovers, professors, guides, libraries, museums, general trade readers


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An Excellent Guide for Bird Lovers

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This book invites us to learn about the shape and size, colour pattern, behaviour, and habitat of over 1300 species of birds found in the Indian subcontinent. It is an excellent guide for a beginner bird-watching enthusiast as well as an expert ornithologist.

A Visual Treat

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The book contains over 4,000 colour photographs that capture the uniqueness of the birds. It serves as a visual treat and an indispensable guide for all bird lovers.

Perfect Balance Between Text and Images

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The text is provided in bite-size that allows readers to easily consume in-depth information. Each page has been designed carefully keeping in mind the principle that visual reading helps to see the information.

A Quality Product

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Excellent printing and attractive presentation pique the interest and curiosity of the readers.

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About the Author

Bikram Grewal has written over 20 bestselling books on Indian birds and the first comprehensive guide to the wildlife of India. He is also the author of many books on India and is closely involved with several institutions dealing with India’s environment. He divides his time between Delhi, Dehradun and the Sundarbans. Sumit Sen is an expert birder, photographer and financial analyst, with an abiding interest in documenting the life of birds in India. He has also contributed articles to the Journal of the Bombay Natural History Society, Sanctuary Asia magazine and had articles appearing in the Journal of Threatened Taxa and Indian Birds. His photographs have been published in various books and journals worldwide. Sarwandeep Singh runs a successful birding tour company and is one of India’s leading bird photographers. He travels the country in pursuit of rare fauna and many of his photographs appear in this book. Nikhil Devasar is based in Delhi where he runs the Delhi Bird Club, an ornithological group. He also conducts awareness and education programmes for young people and school children, and organises an annual census of Delhi’s birdlife. His photographs have been published in several books, and are regularly featured in Indian and foreign magazines and publications. Garima Bhatia has worked for more than a decade in the automotive industry and is a chemical engineer by training. She loves to travel and chase birds all over the world. Introduced to birds as a child, she now feels incomplete without binoculars around her neck and camera in hand.

Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ 9380070225
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Om Books International; First Edition (2 May 2016); Om Books International, 107 Ansari Road, Daryaganj, New Delhi-110002, India, Tel.(11) 4000 9000, Fax, (11) 23278091
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 792 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9789380070223
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-9380070223
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 650 g
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 20.3 x 25.4 x 4.7 cm
  • Country of Origin ‏ : ‎ India
  • Packer ‏ : ‎ Om Books International, 107 Darya Ganj, New Delhi - 110002
  • Generic Name ‏ : ‎ Books
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