{"title":"Ron Demey","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the captivating world of ornithology with the works of \u003cem\u003eRon Demey\u003c\/em\u003e, an acclaimed author renowned for his contributions to the realm of birdwatching and nature studies. With a particular focus on the avian species of West Africa, Demey offers invaluable insights for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his notable works, the \u003cem\u003eField Guide to Birds of Senegal and The Gambia\u003c\/em\u003e stands out as an authoritative source, providing detailed information on the diverse birdlife of these vibrant regions. His books are characterised by their rich detail, easy-to-understand language, and vivid descriptions that bring the natural beauty of these birds to life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a seasoned ornithologist or simply someone with a budding interest in the natural world, Ron Demey's books are essential reads that promise to educate, inspire, and enhance your understanding of the avian wonders. Explore this collection in our Science \u0026amp; Nature section to embark on a fascinating journey through the skies of Senegal and The Gambia.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"field-guide-to-birds-of-senegal-and-the-gambia-by-nik-borrow-9781399402200","title":"Field Guide to Birds of Senegal and The Gambia","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eField Guide to Birds of Senegal and The Gambia\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e – the ultimate guide for travellers and birdwatchers visiting one of Africa’s richest birdwatching regions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Gambia, together with the country that envelops it, Senegal, has an avifauna of more than 700 regularly occurring species. This includes many Western Palearctic migrants from September to April, and a significant list of highly sought-after resident West African birds, such as the Egyptian Plover. There is a fantastic selection of Sahel specialities that are more easily seen here than anywhere else. Senegal has become a reliable locality for Golden Nightjar, Quail-plover and Cricket Warbler, and the near-endemic Mali Firefinch occurs in the southeast of the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBirdwatchers in this region can also find Savile’s Bustard, Adamawa Turtle Dove, Little Grey Woodpecker, Yellow Penduline Tit, Sudan Golden Sparrow and Exclamatory Paradise Whydah. The Saloum delta’s huge roost of tens of thousands of African Swallow-tailed Kites is one of the world's top birding spectacles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis authoritative guide covers all species in the two countries, including details of all residents, migrants and known vagrants. Almost 150 stunning colour plates depict every species, comprehensively covering all the distinct plumages and subspecies likely to be encountered. Concise species accounts describe key identification features, status, range, habitat, and voice, accompanied by accurate distribution maps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis compact guide is an essential companion for any birder visiting this ornithologically rich slice of western Africa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46854518276332,"sku":"9781399402200","price":69.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/7c628dc178f0269e937102d13a903be5.jpg?v=1759269184"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/ron-demey.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}