A field guide to the birds of the West Indies, it covers 564 bird species known to occur in the region. It features various species, each represented by a description that includes identification field marks, local names, status, habitat, voice, range, and comments about the bird. It is intended for local residents as well as vacationing tourists.
The first comprehensive field guide to the birds of the West Indies in more than 50 years covers all 564 bird species known to occur in the region (including migrants and infrequently occurring forms). A landmark publication that will be widely hailed by serious birders and amateur birdwatchers alike. 86 color plates. $49.50 after December 31, 1998.
"While paging through the new West Indian field guide . . . I lost track of several hours, completely captivated by the images before me. . . . [A Guide to the Birds of the West Indies] contains fully 86 color plates of surpassing accuracy and . . . striking beauty . . . [and t]he text . . . is accurate and highly readable."
