Description

his completely rewritten fifth edition brings the text of this book fully up to date. Illustrating 891 species of birds in full colour, it incorporates a vast amount of new information as well as a number of special new features. These include: two colour plates of species new to the Southern African list; many new plates by Geoff Lockwood and Kenneth Newman, painted especially for this edition; extended and updated text sections on identification; several dichotomous keys and other aids to bird identification for beginners; new enlarged distribution maps in colour, showing at a glance whether a bird is resident (green), breeding migrant (blue), or nonbreeding migrant (yellow); sonograms of most vocalizations to aid interpretations of birdcalls, all fully explained in the introduction; rainfall and vegetation maps in colour; abbreviated text references to important works published on particular species or families of birds.

Synopsis

Title: Roberts' Birds Of Southern Africa
Author/Publisher: Gordon Lindsay Maclean Austin Roberts (Trustees of the J. Voelcker Bird Book Fund)
Publication Year: 1985
Format: Hardcover with Dust Jacket, Illustrated, Signed and Inscribed

A seminal work in Southern African ornithology, this fifth edition of 'Roberts' Birds Of Southern Africa' continues the enduring legacy of Austin Roberts, a pivotal figure in the study of African avian life. Published in 1985, this comprehensive volume represents a significant update to a much-revered series.

This edition stands out not only for its detailed scientific content but also as a highly personalised copy, being both signed and inscribed by the author. It offers an extensive account of the region's birdlife, serving as a cornerstone reference for both seasoned ornithologists and enthusiastic naturalists.

• Comprehensive Avian Survey: This thoroughly revised fifth edition meticulously documents an impressive 891 bird species found across Southern Africa, providing an invaluable resource for identification and study.
• Exquisite Illustrations: The volume is richly illustrated with numerous full-colour plates, featuring new contributions from distinguished artists such as Geoff Lockwood and Kenneth Newman, commissioned specifically for this updated edition.

As a cornerstone of natural history literature and a testament to its author's profound impact, this signed and inscribed fifth edition of 'Roberts' Birds Of Southern Africa' is a highly desirable acquisition for collectors of Africana, ornithology, and unique literary treasures.

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