Habitats of Africa

A Field Guide for Birders, Naturalists, and Ecologists

Ken Behrens, Keith Barnes, Iain Campbell

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Princeton University Press
21 May 2025

Reference works; Applied ecology; Conservation of wildlife & habitats; Wildlife: birds & birdwatching; Eco-tourist guides

Series: Habitats of the World

A richly illustrated field guide to all of Africa's major habitats-packed with invaluable information to help you understand these habitats and their wildlife

With breathtaking wildlife and stunningly beautiful locales, Africa is a premier destination for birders, conservationists, ecotourists, and ecologists. This compact, easy-to-use guide provides an unparalleled treatment of the continent's wonderfully diverse habitats. Incisive and up-to-date descriptions cover the unique features of each habitat, from geology and climate to soil and hydrology, and require no scientific background. Knowing the surrounding environment is essential to getting the most out of your travel experiences. Habitats of Africa offers quick and reliable information for anyone who wants a deeper understanding and appreciation of the habitats around them.

Covers 73 major African habitats, including oceanic habitats Features hundreds of color photos of habitats and their wildlife, a wealth of helpful diagrams and illustrations, and a detailed distribution map for each land habitat Concise text provides all the information you need to identify and understand habitats anywhere in Africa quickly and accurately Discusses iconic and indicator species of birds, mammals, and plants Includes an in-depth section on habitat classification-invaluable for ecologists Representative habitat accounts include a feature describing what you can expect to see and experience there Formatted like a field guide for easy reference

By: Ken Behrens, Keith Barnes, Iain Campbell
Imprint: Princeton University Press
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 210mm, Width: 149mm,
ISBN: 9780691244761
ISBN 10: 0691244766
Series: Habitats of the World
Pages: 448
Publication Date: 21 May 2025
Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , General/trade , Primary , Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Ken Behrens is a professional nature guide whose books include (with Iain Campbell, Charley Hesse, and Phil Chaon) Habitats of the World (Princeton). Keith Barnes is a bird tour leader for Tropical Birding whose books include (with Ken Behrens) Wildlife of Madagascar (Princeton WILDGuides). Iain Campbell is a professional nature guide and habitat ecologist whose books include (with Phil Chaon and Ben Knoot) Habitats of North America (Princeton) and multiple bird guides.

Reviews for Habitats of Africa: A Field Guide for Birders, Naturalists, and Ecologists

""This book does a magnificent job in presenting African habitat in all its head-spinning diversity.""---David M. Gascoigne, Travels with Birds ""A MUST-HAVE for anyone with an interest in the natural history of . . . Africa!""---Ian Paulsen, The Birdbooker Report ""These excellent books help you understand more about your visits to such special places.""---John Miles, Birdwatching Magazine