A Field Guide to the Birds of Peninsular Malaysia and Singapore

by Jeyarajasingam, Allen; Pearson, Alan

• ISBN13: 9780199639434
• ISBN10: 0199639434
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2012-05-04
• Publisher: Oxford University Press

Summary

This new edition is the most comprehensive field guide to the birds of Peninsular Malaysia and Singapore, covering all 673 species known to occur in the region. The birds are illustrated in a series of 74 stunning full-colour plates, painted for this book by Alan Pearson, an artist with considerable first-hand experience of the region. The plates illustrate the various plumage variations for each bird, and show the birds perched and also in flight, where relevant to theiridentification. The text, written and revised by Allen Jeyarajasingam, is accessible to experienced ornithologists and beginners alike, and highlights the important identification features such as plumage variations, size, calls and songs, range, distribution, and status for every species. Introductorysections describe the region and highlight some of the best sites for watching the abundant avifauna. The beautiful, precise plates and clearly-written text make this book a must-have for all birdwatchers travelling to the region.

Table of Contents

List of plates
Anatomy and plumage of a bird
Glossary and abbreviations
BACKGROUND
Introduction to Peninsular Malaysia and Singapore
Conservation
The Avifauna
Migration
Breeding
Birdwatching in Peninsular Malaysia and Singapore
FAMILY AND SPECIES DESCRIPTIONS
APPENDICES
Appendix 1: Table of night bird calls
Appendix 2: Table of barbet calls
Appendix 3: Hills, peaks, hill-stations, and mountain passes cited in the text
Appendix 4: Islets and islands cited in the text
Appendix 5: Conservation bodies, ornithological clubs, publications, and museums
Appendix 6: A checklist of the birds of Peninsular Malaysia and Singapore
Bibliography
Index