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Birds of the Tropical Andes

Autor: Owen Deutsch , Michael J. Parr

Número de Páginas: 265

A spectacular photographic guide to the birds and biodiversity of the tropical Andes Spanning much of the western part of South America, the Andes are home to some of the world’s most magnificent birds, from exquisite hummingbirds to fabulous flamingos. This beautifully illustrated large-format book celebrates the splendor and extraordinary diversity of Andean birds and the habitats they depend on. It draws on the latest findings from the field and sheds light on the lush alpine and forested terrains that make this avifauna so rich and plentiful. With illuminating essays that share invaluable perspectives from some of the region’s leading bird conservationists, Birds of the Tropical Andes takes readers from the Pacific coast to the jungles of the Amazon, crossing peaks and high plains in search of spectacular birdlife. Lavishly illustrated with a wealth of photographs Tours the vast array of habitats that comprise the Andean mountains Covers every major ecosystem and its abundant birdlife Profiles representative species, including the rarest and most sought after Discusses the region’s unique geology and Indigenous culture A must for birders, ecotravelers, and armchair...

Pérou 7ed

Autor: Lonely Planet Fr

Número de Páginas: 1024

Lonely Planet : un guide de référence, à la fois pratique et culturel, pour découvrir le Pérou Toutes les informations pour organiser sa visite à Machu Picchu : les différents chemins pour s'y rendre, des plans détaillés du complexe archéologique, des renseignements pratiques pour réserver ses billets ou se loger, entre autres. Un aperçu des sites incontournables et des meilleures expériences sur place : Machu Picchu, le lac Titicaca, la Cordillera Blanca, Arequipa, le Parque Nacional de Manu, Cuzco, les lignes de Nazca... Toutes les informations pratiques pour préparer son séjour et éviter les casse-tête : les moyens de transport, l'hébergement pour tous les budgets, la sécurité, les conseils pour bien dépenser son argent... Des chapitres consacrés aux voyages en famille, à la cuisine locale, aux activités en plein air (trekking et randonnée, escalade, rafting et kayak, surf, baignade, VTT, plongée)... Ce guide couvre la totalité du territoire péruvien, ainsi que certaines régions frontalières des pays limitrophes, comme le côté bolivien du lac Titicaca (avec par exemple des suggestions d'excursions possibles depuis la ville de Copacabana). Un...

Peruvian Wildlife

Autor: Barry Walker , Gerard Cheshire , Huw Lloyd

Número de Páginas: 148

This new guide is the ideal companion for trekkers or sightseers, providing concise coverage of the plants and animals they are most likely to encounter. A colorful and very readable guide, catering to the ardent wildlife enthusiast and the curious armchair traveler alike.

Pérou - Cuzco et la vallée Sacrée

Autor: Lonely Planet Fr

Número de Páginas: 150

Ce chapitre Cuzco et la vallée Sacrée est issu du guide consacré à la destination Pérou. Tous les chapitres sont disponibles et vendus séparément. Vous pouvez également acheter le guide complet.

The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Birds

Autor: Dk , Birdlife International

Número de Páginas: 514

The beauty and drama of the bird world brought to breathtaking life in ebook format From hummingbirds weighing less than a coin to monkey-eating eagles this is a unique celebration of birds, photographed and studied in their natural environments around the world. Explore the complete bird story: from their origins to up-to-date information on flight, anatomy, feeding, communication, breeding, habitat, migrations and life cycles. Spectacular features on the most impressive birds, plus a huge catalogue that profiles nearly fifteen hundred different species makes this a must-have for every bird enthusiast. Published with Birdlife International, the world's leading avian authority.

Church of Birds

Autor: Ben H. Gagnon

Número de Páginas: 242

As humanity steadily decimates the global bird population, scientists and scholars are discovering that birds may have played a greater role in shaping human evolution than primates. Our distant ancestors imitated birdsong to develop language and followed bird migration flyways around the world, consistently settling in prime bird habitat. Church of Birds is an eco-history of human evolution that’s supported by recent scientific discoveries, ancient myth, and sacred texts. Across dozens of cultures, migratory birds were seen as divine agents of a benevolent sun, delivering seeds to the landscape in spring and guiding souls to a heavenly paradise in the fall. These mythic roles were ultimately incorporated into Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.

Antpittas and Gnateaters

Autor: Harold Greeney

Número de Páginas: 1199

This authoritative handbook, part of the Helm Identification Guide series, looks in detail at the beautiful antpittas. Elusive study organisms for ornithologists and highly prized additions to the birder's life-list, the antpittas (Grallariidae) and gnateaters (Conopophagidae) are among the most poorly known Neotropical bird groups. This authoritative handbook is the first book dedicated solely to these two families, combining an exhaustive review of more than two centuries of literature with original observations by the author and many knowledgeable contributors. Antpittas and Gnateaters provides a thorough guide to the identification and ecology of these birds, with detailed maps accompanying the text. A series of superb plates illustrate most of the 156 recognized taxa; supplemented by more than 250 colour photographs, the immature plumages and natural history of many species are depicted for the first time. This book is the ultimate reference on these remarkable and beautiful birds, and an indispensable addition to the libraries of researchers and birders for many years to come.

Handbook of the Birds of the World: Cotingas to pipits and wagtails

Autor: Josep Del Hoyo , Andrew Elliott , Jordi Sargatal

Número de Páginas: 874

Cotingas to Pipits and Wagtails. Prólogo sobre nomenclatura ornitológica. Más de 6000 referencias bibliográficas.

The Rough Guide to Peru

Autor: Dilwyn Jenkins

Número de Páginas: 555

Provides practical advice on planning a trip to Peru, describes points of interest in each section of the country, and includes information on restaurants, nightspots, and shops.