South Africa's Kruger National Park is one of the largest and most
iconic conservation areas in Africa. Habitats range from wide-open
savannah and rugged thornveld to broadleaved mopani woodland. This
microhabitat variation gives Kruger a phenomenal diversity of some 520
bird species, half of which are resident. From Africa's most
extraordinary eagles, like the scarlet-faced Bateleur, to
electric-colored glossy-starlings and jewel-like finches, Kruger offers
an avian celebration of form and color. It is also a crucial
conservation area, supporting South Africa's largest viable populations
of vultures, eagles, and large terrestrial birds.
This field guide offers a unique window into the world of Kruger's
birds. More than 500 stunning color photographs illustrate the 259 most
frequently encountered species, and a habitat-based approach assists in
identification. The authoritative text provides key information about
identification, habitat, behavior, biology, and conservation. The guide
contains information likely to be new to even the most experienced
birders, but is written in a nontechnical style that makes it accessible
to anyone.
- An essential guide to Kruger's birds
- Perfect for new and experienced birders alike
- Small, portable format ideal for field use
- Unique attractive layout with more than 500 stunning color photographs
- Covers the 259 most frequently seen species
- Uses a habitat-based approach to aid identification
- Authoritative and accessible text provides key information about
identification, behavior, biology, and conservation
Distributed by Princeton University Press