This easy-to-use identification guide to the 280 bird species most
commonly seen in the Philippines is perfect for resident and visitor
alike.
High quality photographs from some of the Philippines' top nature
photographers are accompanied by detailed species descriptions which
include nomenclature, length, plumage, distribution, habits and habitat.
The user-friendly introduction covers geography, climate, habitat types,
biogeography, the main sites for viewing the listed species and tips for
identifying birds in the field. Also included is an all-important
checklist of all of the birds of the Philippines encompassing, for each
species, its common and scientific names as well as vernacular names,
and its global status.