Birds of East Africa : Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi

This is the first comprehensive field guide to this spectacular birding region—and one of the best to any region in the world. Covering all resident, migrant, and vagrant birds of Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda, and Burundi, this small and compact guide describes and illustrates a remarkable 1,388 species in a convenient facing-page layout.

Featuring 287 new color plates with 3,400 images painstakingly rendered by three experienced artists, the guide illustrates all the plumages and major races likely to be encountered. Set opposite the plates are range maps and concise accounts describing identification, status, range, habits, and voice for each species. Introductory sections provide notes on how to use the species accounts, the nomenclature adopted, conservation issues, where to send records, and maps of protected and other important bird areas.

The region shelters a remarkable diversity of birds, including many seriously threatened species with small and vulnerable ranges. Between them, the authors have more than 40 years' experience leading bird tours and conducting conservation work in East Africa. This essential guide is sure to become indispensable for anyone interested in studying or conserving birds in East Africa, as well as the many visitors who simply want to enjoy the sheer beauty of its birds.