Birds of the Dominican Republic and Haiti

by Latta, Steven C.; Rimmer, Christopher; Keith, Allan; Wiley, James; Raffaele, Herbert

• ISBN13: 9781400834105
• ISBN10: 1400834104
• Copyright: 2010-05-15
• Publisher: Princeton Univ Pr

Summary

Birds of the Dominican Republic and Haitifills a large void in the literature on birdwatching and the environment in these tropical countries. The first comprehensive field guide devoted to Hispaniola's birds, it provides detailed accounts for more than 300 species, including thirty-one endemic species. Included in the species descriptions are details on key field marks, similar species, voice, habitats, geographic distribution on Hispaniola, status, nesting, range, and local names used in both the Dominican Republic and Haiti. The authors also comment on ecology, behavior, and taxonomic status. The book provides color illustrations and range maps based on the most recent data available. But the authors' intent is to provide more than just a means of identifying birds. The guide also underscores the importance of promoting the conservation of migratory and resident birds, and building support for environmental measures.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments	p. vii
Introduction	p. 1
Map of Hispaniola	p. 2
Elevational Map of Hispaniola	p. 4
Plan of the Guide	p. 5
Topography and Habitats of Hispaniola	p. 8
Topographic Features	p. 8
Major Habitats	p. 9
Endemic Species and Subspecies	p. 12
Avian Conservation on Hispaniola	p. 14
Conservation Issues	p. 14
National Protected Areas in the Dominican Republic	p. 15
National Protected Areas in Haiti	p. 16
Threatened and Endangered Species	p. 17
Ornithological History of Hispaniola	p. 18
Descriptive Parts of a Bird	p. 19
Plate Section	p. 20
Species Accounts	p. 21
Geese and Ducks: Anatidae	p. 21
Partridges and Guineafowl: Phasianidae	p. 32
Bobwhites: Odontophoridae	p. 33
Grebes: Podicipedidae	p. 34
Shearwaters and Petrels: Procellariidae	p. 35
Storm-Petrels: Hydrobatidae	p. 38
Tropicbirds: Phaethontidae	p. 39
Boobies: Sulidae	p. 40
Pelicans: Pelecanidae	p. 42
Cormorants: Phalacrocoracidae	p. 43
Darters: Anhingidae	p. 44
Frigatebirds: Fregatidae	p. 45
Bitterns and Herons: Ardeidae	p. 46
Ibises and Spoonbills: Threskiornithidae	p. 54
Storks: Ciconiidae	p. 56
American Vultures: Cathartidae	p. 57
Flamingos: Phoenicopteridae	p. 57
Osprey: Pandionidae	p. 58
Kites, Hawks, and Allies: Accipitridae	p. 59
Falcons: Falconidae	p. 64
Rails, Gallinules, and Coots: Rallidae	p. 66
Limpkin: Aramidae	p. 71
Thick-knees: Burhinidae	p. 72
Plovers: Charadriidae	p. 73
Oystercatchers: Haematopodidae	p. 78
Stilts: Recurvirostridae	p. 78
Jacanas: Jacanidae	p. 79
Sandpipers, Phalaropes, and Allies: Scolopacidae	p. 80
Jaegers, Gulls, Terns, and Skimmers: Laridae	p. 95
Pigeons and Doves: Columbidae	p. 110
Parakeets and Parrots: Psittacidae	p. 118
Cuckoos and Anis: Cuculidae	p. 120
Barn Owls: Tytonidae	p. 124
Typical Owls: Strigidae	p. 125
Goatsuckers (Nightjars): Caprimulgidae	p. 128
Potoos: Nyctibiidae	p. 131
Swifts: Apodidae	p. 132
Hummingbirds: Trochilidae	p. 135
Trogons: Trogonidae	p. 137
Todies: Todidae	p. 138
Kingfishers: Alcedinidae	p. 140
Woodpeckers and Allies: Picidae	p. 141
Tyrant Flycatchers: Tyrannidae	p. 143
Vireos: Vireonidae	p. 148
Crows: Corvidae	p. 153
Swallows: Hirundinidae	p. 155
Kinglets: Regulidae	p. 160
Gnatcatchers: Sylviidae	p. 160
Thrushes: Turdidae	p. 161
Mockingbirds, Thrashers, and Allies (Mimic Thrushes): Mimidae	p. 165
Pipits: Motacillidae	p. 167
Waxwings: Bombycillidae	p. 168
Palmchat: Dulidae	p. 168
Wood-Warblers: Parulidae	p. 169
Bananaquit: Coerebidae	p. 192
Tanagers: Thraupidae	p. 193
Emberizine Sparrows and Allies: Emberizidae	p. 200
Cardinaline Finches and Allies: Cardinalidae	p. 205
Blackbirds and Allies: Icteridae	p. 207
Fringilline and Cardueline Finches and Allies: Fringillidae	p. 211
Old World Sparrows: Passeridae	p. 214
Weavers: Ploceidae	p. 215
Estrildid Finches: Estrildidae	p. 216
Recent Additions to the Checklist	p. 218
Birdwatching on Hispaniola	p. 219
Checklist of Birds of Hispaniola	p. 229
Selected References	p. 239
Index of Local Names	p. 243
Index of English and Scientific Names	p. 250
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