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Nightjars, Potoos, Frogmouths, Oilbird, and Owlet–nightjars of the World

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Nightjars, Potoos, Frogmouths, Oilbird, and Owlet–nightjars of the World by Nigel Cleere is a comprehensive guide exploring the fascinating lives of these nocturnal birds. Delving into their unique adaptations, behaviours, and habitats, the book provides detailed information and stunning photographs, offering bird enthusiasts an insightful look into these mysterious creatures. Perfect for both avid birdwatchers and casual nature lovers, it highlights the diversity and beauty of these often-overlooked species.
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You might enjoy this book if you have a keen interest in ornithology and wish to explore the fascinating world of nocturnal birds. This comprehensive guide provides in-depth insights into the unique behaviours, habitats, and incredible adaptations of these often-overlooked species, making it a captivating read for nature enthusiasts and bird lovers alike.

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A comprehensive photographic guide to the 135 species of the world's nightjars, potoos, frogmouths, oilbird and owlet-nightjars.

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Nightjars, Potoos, Frogmouths, Oilbird, and Owlet–nightjars of the World is the ultimate identification guide to these fascinating and elusive birds. Covering all 135 known species, this illustrated guide features more than 580 superb colour photographs depicting every species and many subspecies, including numerous images never before published.

For birds with no existing images in the wild, photos of museum specimens are provided, including species not seen since their original discovery. The guide includes detailed species accounts that describe key identification features, confusion species, vocalizations, distribution, habitat and altitudinal range, breeding season and sites, egg type and clutch size, downy chick, status, and Red List category.

This easy-to-use photographic guide also offers a colour distribution map for every species, as well as sections on plumage, taxonomy, and more.

  • The ultimate identification guide to these elusive birds
  • Covers all 135 known species
  • Features more than 580 colour photos
  • Provides detailed species accounts and a colour distribution map for every species
  • Includes sections on plumage, taxonomy, and more

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The book by Nigel Cleere has garnered positive reviews for its stunning collection of photographs, comprehensive detail, and its role as a valuable reference for ornithologists and bird enthusiasts. It is praised for its beautiful and illustrative images, making it an essential resource for those interested in the Caprimulgiformes order. The captivating visual and informative content appeals to both dedicated and casual birders, offering insights into these fascinating nocturnal species.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781903657072

Publisher: WILDGuides

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 01 June 2010

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: WILDGuides

Illustration: 135 Maps

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 33.0mm

Width: 187.0mm

Height: 256.0mm

Weight: 1532g

About the Author

Nigel Cleere is an ornithologist and expert on nightjars and related species. He has traveled the world to observe and conduct research on these secretive birds. He is the author of Nightjars: A Guide to the Nightjars, Nighthawks, and Their Relatives.

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