The Birds of Sulawesi (Images of Asia)

Book info: The Birds of Sulawesi (Images of Asia) (Hardcover, 98 pages) – Oxford University Press, 1997. Language: English.

The birds of Sulawesi are unique. In fact, nearly 100 species are found nowhere else in the world, making this area a magnet for bird-watchers. This is the first illustrated book for birds of Sulawesi, providing a thorough introduction for professional and amateur ornithologists. Non-technical descriptions and 142 color illustrations enable readers to identify the most representative birds of the region, and they familiarize the reader with the full variety of birds, their distinguishing features and behavior, and habitat. An appendix lists over 270 resident land birds found in different parts of the Sulawesi faunal region. Editorial Reviews Review "This is a lovely little book. . . . The illustrations are of a high quality and Derek's descriptions are readable, lively and capture his own field sense of the species. Some of the vocalizations are new for the bird literature. . . . Even if you have no plans to ever visit Sulawesi, this is a beautiful book and an interesting introduction to the island."--IBIS

"The authors provide an introduction to this remarkable wealth of birds, both for the dedicated ornithologist and the interested layman. The simple descriptions and color illustrations assist in the identification of the most representative and colorful birds of this interesting region. Written in a non-technical style, the descriptions familiarize the reader with the full variety of birds, their distinguishing features and behavior, voice, and habitat."--Indiana Audubon Quarterly

About the Author Derek Holmes is a Consultant Environmentalist in Jakarta, Indonesia.