| PUBLISHED | 1 October 2005 |
| ISBN | 0-7136-7551-9 |
| PAGES | 168 |
| COLOUR PLATES | 53 |
| COVER | Flexicover |
| DIMENSIONS | 132mm x 208mm |
| PUBLISHED BY | WILDGuides |
| SUPPORTING | Galápagos Conservation Trust & Charles Darwin Research Station |
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This is the first comprehensive guide to the birds, mammals and reptiles of the Galápagos, covering every living species recorded. This 2nd edition contains updated information, some new images and the latest distribution and taxonomic information. Its innovative, simple-to-use format aims to help visitors to the Galápagos identify any bird, mammal or reptile they encounter, whether they be a beginner or an expert.
The 53 remarkable colour plates have been produced using the latest digital image technology and include images of some species never previously published. The text covers the key identification features of each species, emphasising the differences between similar species, and includes information on status, habitat preferences and breeding seasons. All endemic species and subspecies are highlighted. Colour distribution maps accompany the text for each resident species. A contribution will be made to the Charles Darwin Research Station for every book sold.
I just returned from a two-week invasive species project on the Galápagos and used your Birds, Mammals & Reptiles of the Galápagos Islands guide extensively for birding.
I have done some quite a bit of birding in North America, Japan, Ireland, Central America and Ecuador and used a lot of field guides. I have to tell you that without a doubt, this guide is the single best bird field guide I have ever used. As a photographer, I am aware of the problems of getting that one 'great' shot that personifies a particular bird. As a birder, I am also aware of the limitations of the photograph field guide. You have done a great job with the photos in this book. However, I feel that the best part of the book is the descriptions. Your local names and (E)ndemic and (e)ndemic species indicators are great, and I like the subspecies descriptors and info you provide.
BB Oros
Traveller