• All Southern African raptors are described, both diurnal and nocturnal species.
• A user-friendly system of 11 groups which are colour coded and cross-referenced.
• Comprehensive text that emphasises field recognition, behaviour, feeding methods, breeding and the origin of the name.
• Concise information indicating measurements, distribution, habitat preference, food and status.
• English, Afrikaans, French, German, Portuguese and scientific names.
• Distribution maps that indicate abundance and migratory patterns.
• Both old and new ‘Roberts numbers’ indicated
• Over 500 excellent colour photographs to indicate males, females, juveniles,
other colour variations and flight patterns.
• Colour illustrations of all flight patterns.
• Sonograms to interpret the calls of owls.
• A comprehensive section on confusing birds included.
The Raptor Guide of Southern Africa is a must for every birdwatcher and raptorphile.
ISBN: 9780620432238
Burger Cillie; Ulrich Oberprieler
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