Birds New to Science

Fifty Years of Avian Discoveries

David Brewer

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English

Bloomsbury Publishing
01 March 2018

Mathematics & Sciences; Birds (ornithology); Wildlife: birds & birdwatching

Series: Helm Photographic Guides

Amazing as it might sound, ornithologists are still discovering, on average, five or six species of birds that are completely new to science each year. What's more, these aren't all just obscure brown birds on tiny islands. Witness the bizarre Bare-faced Bulbul from Laos (2009) or gaudy Begun Liochicla from north-west India (2005). This book documents all of these remarkable discoveries made since 1960, from Barau's Petrel onwards, covering around 250 species. It fills an important gap in the ornithological literature. Written in an engaging style, this book provides a rich reference to an era of adventure in ornithology. Each species account discusses the story of the discovery, with photographs of the birds where available, along with a discussion of what is known about the species' biology, habitat, distribution, with a strong conservation message - most of the species in the book are either vulnerable or endangered. An appendix listing 'splits' - new species recognised by taxonomists following DNA or sonogram research - is also included.

By: David Brewer
Imprint: Bloomsbury Publishing
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 240mm, Width: 170mm,
Weight: 1.178kg
ISBN: 9781472906281
ISBN 10: 1472906284
Series: Helm Photographic Guides
Publication Date: 01 March 2018
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Acknowledgements Scope of the book Glossary The concept of species Description of the world's birds Species accounts Future new species Invalid species Future discoveries The ethics of collecting Conservation issues Bibliography

Reviews for Birds New to Science: Fifty Years of Avian Discoveries

The concept of Birds New to Science is beautifully simple, the information meticulously researched, and the product neatly put together. This is an engaging, inspiring book ... Strongly recommended. -- James Lowen * Neotropical Birding *