A stunning photographic guide to the amazing avifauna of South Africa.
South Africa – from the vast savanna of Kruger to the unparalleled richness of the Cape – is one of the most biodiverse countries in the world, featuring the highest number of endemics of any African country, as well as rich seabird assemblage and vast numbers of more widespread yet no less spectacular African birds.
The perfect companion for beginner birders and wildlife-friendly visitors, Birds of South Africa provides photographic coverage of 350 of South Africa’s commonest and most prominent species.
Concise text for each species includes information on identification, songs and calls, behaviour, distribution and habitat, with each photo having been carefully selected to guide identification. A guide to the best birdwatching sites in South Africa is also included.
Portable yet authoritative, this is the perfect guide for beginners and travellers visiting this spectacular and bird-rich destination.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Adam Riley has grown up with a lifelong interest in wildlife, which evolved into a particular fascination with birds. Raised in a rural region of KwaZulu-Natal, in 1998 his career path took an alternative route when he co-founded Rockjumper Birding Tours.
Adam is now one of Africa’s most experienced birders, having seen more than 2,000
species on the continent (as well as 8,000 species worldwide, making him one of the world’s most experienced birders).
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