A Guide to the Birds of Panama

Author: Robert S. Ridgely
Publisher: Princeton University Press
ISBN: 9780691025124
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 658

Book Description
This is the first paperback version of the second edition of the popular A Guide to the Birds of Panama. In the second edition, published in 1989, the authors expanded information on the birds of Costa Rica, Nicaragua, and Honduras: approximately 200 new species were added to the material in the 1976 edition. Over 300 additional species, some of them Panamanian, were illustrated. Sixteen new plates were added, and three of the original plates were replaced by improved versions. Throughout the book changes were made to accommodate the explosion in knowledge of the birds of Panama and nearby areas and of neotropical birds in general. The basic sequence and systematics of the AOU 1983 Check-list were adopted. Also included in the revised edition was expanded and updated information on birdfinding in Panama, prepared with the assistance of two of Panama's best resident birders. The book also contains a special section outlining developments in Panama ornithology and conservation. "A sophisticated treatment of one of the world's richest avifaunas."--The Quarterly Review of Biology

Adventuring in Central America

Author: David Rains Wallace
Publisher: Sierra Club Books for Children
ISBN:
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 470

Book Description

Birds of Central America

Author: Andrew C. Vallely
Publisher: Princeton University Press
ISBN: 0691184151
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 585

Book Description
The first comprehensive field guide to the birds of Central America Birds of Central America is the first comprehensive field guide to the avifauna of the entire region, including Belize, Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Panama. Handy and compact, the book presents text and illustrations for nearly 1,200 resident and migrant species, and information on all rare vagrants. Two hundred sixty detailed plates on convenient facing-page spreads depict differing ages and sexes for each species, with a special focus on geographic variation. The guide also contains up-to-date range maps and concise notes on distribution, habitat, behavior, and voice. An introduction provides a brief overview of the region’s landscape, climate, and biogeography. The culmination of more than a decade of research and field experience, Birds of Central America is an indispensable resource for all those interested in the bird life of this part of the world. Detailed information on the entire avifauna of Central America 260 beautiful color plates Range maps, text, and illustrations presented on convenient facing-page spreads Up-to-date notes on distribution supported by an extensive bibliography Special focus on geographic variation of bird species

Pottery of Costa Rica and Nicaragua

Author: Samuel Kirkland Lothrop
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Indian pottery
Languages : en
Pages : 462

Book Description

Trees of Panama and Costa Rica

Author: Richard Condit
Publisher: Princeton University Press
ISBN: 1400836174
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 495

Book Description
This is the first field guide dedicated to the diverse tree species of Panama and Costa Rica. Featuring close to 500 tropical tree species, Trees of Panama and Costa Rica includes superb color photos, abundant color distribution maps, and concise descriptions of key characteristics, making this guide readily accessible to botanists, biologists, and casual nature lovers alike. The invaluable introductory chapters discuss tree diversity in Central America and the basics of tree identification. Family and species accounts are treated alphabetically and describe family size, number of genera and species, floral characteristics, and relative abundance. Color distribution maps supplement the useful species descriptions, and facing-page photographic plates detail bark, leaf, flower, or fruit of the species featured. Helpful appendices contain a full glossary, a comprehensive guide to leaf forms, and a list of families not covered. The only tree guide to cover both Panama and Costa Rica together Covers almost 500 species 438 high-resolution color photos 480 color distribution maps and two general maps Concise and jargon-free descriptions of key characteristics for every species Full glossary and guide to leaf forms included

The Birds of Panama

Author: George Richard Angehr
Publisher: Comstock Publishing Associates
ISBN: 9780801476747
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
The Birds of Panama will be an essential tool for the new generation of birders traveling in search of Panama's spectacular avifauna.

Cruising Ports

Author: Patricia Miller Rains
Publisher: Mexico Boating Guide
ISBN: 9780963847027
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 276

Book Description

Costa Rica, Nicaragua and Panama

Author: Richard Arghiris
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781911082224
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 508

Book Description
The shifting landscapes in these three southern-most countries in Central America reflect the diversity of each nation. Footprint’s Costa Rica, Nicaragua & Panama will guide you through untouched Costa Rican rainforest, the tempestuous geography of Nicaragua and coral reefs off Panama’s Caribbean coast. • Great coverage of the top activities and sights in the region, including volcano trekking, island escapes, unmissable fiestas, surfing and diving • Loaded with information and suggestions on how to get off the beaten track, from turtle watching in La Flor to the exploring the savage, impenetrable jungles of Dari�n • Includes comprehensive information on everything from transport and practicalities to history, culture & landscape • Plus all the usual accommodation, eating and drinking listings for every budget • Full-colour planning section to inspire travellers and help them find the best experiences From bohemian beaches to handsome Spanish plazas, Footprint’s fully updated 3rd edition will help you navigate this colorful destination.

Pedalling to Panama

Author: Clive Parker
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 1467898872
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 370

Book Description
Clive quit his job as an accountant to fulfil a dream of cycling through Mexico and Central America. Pedalling through impressive scenery he ran out of water, suffered eye injury and had to get the bike fixed after a breakdown. In the heat of Mexico he frequently needed to stop for refreshment. This created ideal opportunities to chat to local people. He found the charm of Mexicans arresting, and their tales add spice to a colourful portrait of life in Mexico today. He chronicles the build up to a festival in San Cristóbal, where he spent nearly three weeks. At times Clive had doubts about his ability to carry on. A strand of optimism runs through the narrative, which helps him see problems not as obstacles but as something waiting for a solution. From Mexico he continued cycling through Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica and Panama. Civil wars made Central America a no-go area for tourists for twenty years. There is eye-arresting poverty seldom seen in Europe. Now it is changing. Clive’s story tells of warm and hospitable people who are happy to talk about their experiences and views of the world. Even the police buck the popular image, as he finally arrived on the banks of the Panama Canal with a police escort, concluding in style a 7,000 kilometre journey through a little known but fascinating part of the world.” See clive's website www.cliveparker.co.uk "It is a wonderful read, giving a vivid picture of life in Central American countries. The writing style is crisp and punchy.......the effect is one of great immediacy. Recommended reading for anyone visiting Central America." Anne Mustoe, best selling author of A Bike Ride and other books.

Central American and West Indian Archaeology

Author: Thomas Athol Joyce
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 1108063756
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 351

Book Description
Published in 1916, this highly illustrated textbook summarises Central American and West Indian archaeology for non-specialists and future investigators.