Birds Of The Dominican Republic And Haiti

Author : Steven Latta,Christopher Rimmer,Kent McFarland
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2022-05-24
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780691233772

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Field Guide to the Birds of the Dominican Republic and Haiti by Steven Latta,Christopher Rimmer,Kent McFarland Pdf

The classic guide to the birds of the Dominican Republic and Haiti—now fully revised and updated Field Guide to the Birds of the Dominican Republic and Haiti is the essential guide to birdwatching in these tropical countries. This completely revised and updated edition provides thorough accounts for more than 300 species, including details on new and endemic species. Now conveniently organized by facing pages, the book features a wealth of images that includes 150 new illustrations by renowned artist Dana Gardner and range maps based on the most current data. Species descriptions present facts about key field marks, similar species, voice, habitats, geographic distribution, status, range, and local names used in the Dominican Republic and Haiti. The guide underscores the importance of promoting the conservation of migratory and resident birds, and building support for environmental measures. Fully up-to-date text and maps Superb images include 150 new illustrations Facing-page treatment features more than 300 species

Author : Steven Latta,Christopher Rimmer,Allan Keith,James Wiley,Herbert A. Raffaele,Kent McFarland,Eladio Fernandez
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2006-11-26
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0691118914

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Birds of the Dominican Republic and Haiti by Steven Latta,Christopher Rimmer,Allan Keith,James Wiley,Herbert A. Raffaele,Kent McFarland,Eladio Fernandez Pdf

Birds of the Dominican Republic and Haiti fills a large void in the literature on birdwatching and the environment in these tropical countries. The first comprehensive field guide devoted to Hispaniola's birds, it provides detailed accounts for more than 300 species, including thirty-one endemic species. Included in the species descriptions are details on key field marks, similar species, voice, habitats, geographic distribution on Hispaniola, status, nesting, range, and local names used in both the Dominican Republic and Haiti. The authors also comment on ecology, behavior, and taxonomic status. The book provides color illustrations and range maps based on the most recent data available. But the authors' intent is to provide more than just a means of identifying birds. The guide also underscores the importance of promoting the conservation of migratory and resident birds, and building support for environmental measures.

Author : Steven C. Latta
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Birds
ISBN : 0691118906

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Author : Alexander Wetmore,Bradshaw Hall Swales
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 540 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 1931
Category : Science
ISBN : UOM:39015068570533

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The Birds of Haiti and the Dominican Republic by Alexander Wetmore,Bradshaw Hall Swales Pdf

The island that Columbus named Hispaniola, divided politically in modern times between the Dominican Republic and the Republic of Haiti biologically is the most intersting of the Greater Antilles since in its great area of elevated mountains it has preserved remnants of life of an ancient type that elsewhere in the West Indies has disappeared. A series of specimens, particularly birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians and plants, was collected by Dr. W. L. Abbott beginning in 1916. The rich collections obtained have all come to the Smithsonian Institution for the United States Nartional Museum, providing one of the finest collections extant from the island in question. As the Museum collections became extensive it was decided finally to make comprehensive accounts of the various groups covered so as to bring this information down to date.

Author : Allan Keith (R.)
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 293 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Birds
ISBN : OCLC:1039835215

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The Birds of Hispaniola, Haiti, and the Dominican Republic by Allan Keith (R.) Pdf

Author : Allan R. Keith
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 293 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2003-01-01
Category : Birds
ISBN : 0907446264

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The Birds of Hispaniola, Haiti and the Dominican Republic by Allan R. Keith Pdf

Author : ALEXANDER. WETMORE
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2018
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1033031259

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BIRDS OF HAITI AND THE DOMINICAN REPUBLIC by ALEXANDER. WETMORE Pdf

Author : Charles Barney Cory
Publisher : Legare Street Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2023-07-18
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1020624493

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The Birds Of Haiti And San Domingo by Charles Barney Cory Pdf

This beautifully illustrated volume features the birds of Haiti and the Dominican Republic, as collected and cataloged by the American ornithologist Charles Barney Cory. With detailed accounts of each species, accompanied by exquisite drawings by Cory and other artists, this book is both a scientific reference and a work of art. A must-read for bird enthusiasts and nature lovers. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Author : Steven Latta,Christopher Rimmer,Kent McFarland
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2022-07-19
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780691232393

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Field Guide to the Birds of the Dominican Republic and Haiti by Steven Latta,Christopher Rimmer,Kent McFarland Pdf

The classic guide to the birds of the Dominican Republic and Haiti—now fully revised and updated Field Guide to the Birds of the Dominican Republic and Haiti is the essential guide to birdwatching in these tropical countries. This completely revised and updated edition provides thorough accounts for more than 300 species, including details on new and endemic species. Now conveniently organized by facing pages, the book features a wealth of images that includes 150 new illustrations by renowned artist Dana Gardner and range maps based on the most current data. Species descriptions present facts about key field marks, similar species, voice, habitats, geographic distribution, status, range, and local names used in the Dominican Republic and Haiti. The guide underscores the importance of promoting the conservation of migratory and resident birds, and building support for environmental measures. Fully up-to-date text and mapsSuperb images include 150 new illustrationsFacing-page treatment features more than 300 species

Author : Michele Wucker
Publisher : Hill and Wang
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2014-04-08
Category : History
ISBN : 9781466867888

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Why the Cocks Fight by Michele Wucker Pdf

Like two roosters in a fighting arena, Haiti and the Dominican Republic are encircled by barriers of geography and poverty. They co-inhabit the Caribbean island of Hispaniola, but their histories are as deeply divided as their cultures: one French-speaking and black, one Spanish-speaking and mulatto. Yet, despite their antagonism, the two countries share a national symbol in the rooster--and a fundamental activity and favorite sport in the cockfight. In this book, Michele Wucker asks: "If the symbols that dominate a culture accurately express a nation's character, what kind of a country draws so heavily on images of cockfighting and roosters, birds bred to be aggressive? What does it mean when not one but two countries that are neighbors choose these symbols? Why do the cocks fight, and why do humans watch and glorify them?" Wucker studies the cockfight ritual in considerable detail, focusing as much on the customs and histories of these two nations as on their contemporary lifestyles and politics. Her well-cited and comprehensive volume also explores the relations of each nation toward the United States, which twice invaded both Haiti (in 1915 and 1994) and the Dominican Republic (in 1916 and 1965) during the twentieth century. Just as the owners of gamecocks contrive battles between their birds as a way of playing out human conflicts, Wucker argues, Haitian and Dominican leaders often stir up nationalist disputes and exaggerate their cultural and racial differences as a way of deflecting other kinds of turmoil. Thus Why the Cocks Fight highlights the factors in Caribbean history that still affect Hispaniola today, including the often contradictory policies of the U.S.

Author : James Kavanagh,Waterford Press
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2016-07-11
Category : Birds
ISBN : 162005194X

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Dominican Republic Birds by James Kavanagh,Waterford Press Pdf

A top birding destination, this Caribbean island is home to hundreds of species including many endemics. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 140 familiar and unique species and includes an ecoregion map featuring prominent bird-viewing areas. Laminated for durability, this lightweight, pocket-sized folding guide is an excellent source of portable information and ideal for field use by visitors and residents alike.

Author : Jim Wright
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2020
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 0764359029

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The Real James Bond by Jim Wright Pdf

An illustrated biography of the ornithologist James Bond, the author of the book Birds of the West Indies and the namesake of Ian Fleming's fictional British spy.

Author : Charles Barney Cory
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 276 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 1885
Category : Birds
ISBN : UCSD:31822043008564

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The Birds of Haiti and San Domingo by Charles Barney Cory Pdf

Author : Guy M. Kirwan,Anthony Levesque,Mark Oberle,Christopher J. Sharpe
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 400 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2019
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 8416728178

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Birds of the West Indies by Guy M. Kirwan,Anthony Levesque,Mark Oberle,Christopher J. Sharpe Pdf

Author : Peter G. H. Evans
Publisher : MacMillan Caribbean
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 1990
Category : Nature
ISBN : UTEXAS:059173006200299

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Birds of the Eastern Caribbean by Peter G. H. Evans Pdf

Dealing with the natural history of birds, " Birds of the Eastern Caribbean" provides an up-to-date review of over 300 species to be found in the islands. For each species, the key features are identified, followed by notes on status, distribution, habitat, breeding biology, diet and behaviour. Photographs of many species are illustrated in colour for the first time. The guide includes helpful hints on bird-watching and bird photography. There is a useful bibliography, list of best bird-watching sites and an island by island check list of species recently observed, all included to help the visitor get the best out of bird-watching in the islands.