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Birds of Peninsular Malaysia and Singapore
Series: Helm Wildlife Guides
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The definitive photographic guide to the amazing avifauna of Peninsular Malaysia and Singapore. Boasting an incredible diversity of habitats, ranging from lush lowland rainforests to subalpine upland woodlands to coastal mangrove forest and mudflats, Peninsular Malaysia plus the island city-state of Singapore is one of the...
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The definitive photographic guide to the amazing avifauna of Peninsular Malaysia and Singapore.
Boasting an incredible diversity of habitats, ranging from lush lowland rainforests to subalpine upland woodlands to coastal mangrove forest and mudflats, Peninsular Malaysia plus the island city-state of Singapore is one of the top birding destinations in South-east Asia. The region is host to a dazzling array of spectacular South-east Asian specialities such as Blue-banded Kingfisher, Garnet Pitta and Sultan Tit, and there are a number of endemics such as Mountain Peacock-pheasant.
The perfect companion for any wildlife-friendly visitor, Birds of Peninsular Malaysia and Singapore provides photographic coverage of 374 species that regularly occur in the region. Concise text for each includes information on identification, songs and calls, behaviour, distribution and habitat, with the accompanying photos having been carefully selected to guide identification. A guide to the key habitats and recommended birdwatching locations in the region is also included.
Portable yet authoritative, this is the perfect guide for travellers and birdwatchers visiting this spectacular area.
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Birds of Peninsular Malaysia and Singapore
The definitive photographic guide to the amazing avifauna of Peninsular Malaysia and Singapore. Boasting an incredible diversity of habitats, ranging from lush lowland rainforests to subalpine upland woodlands to coastal mangrove forest and mudflats, Peninsular Malaysia plus the island city-state of Singapore is one of the top birding destinations in South-east Asia. The region is host to a dazzling array...PaperbackSold Out
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781399421133
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 26 February 2026
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Helm
Illustration: Colour photography throughout
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 20.0mm
Width: 134.0mm
Height: 190.0mm
Weight: 380g
Pages: 224
About the Author
Amar-Singh HSS is an author and lifelong birdwatcher with a special interest in bird behaviour. He is the Editor of the Malaysian Bird Report.
Kim-Chye Lim has co-authored publications on hornbills, raptors and the field guide Birds of Malaysia. He previously worked for the Malaysian Nature Society as its Ornithological Officer.
David Bakewell has a particular interest in bird identification, migration and shorebirds and has authored various publications and papers on these areas.
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