Birds Of The Dominican Republic And Haiti

Author : Steven Latta
Publisher : Princeton University Press
ISBN 13 : 9780691118918
Total Pages : 384 pages
Book Rating : 4.14/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Birds of the Dominican Republic and Haiti written by Steven Latta and published by Princeton University Press. This book was released on 2006-11-26 with total page 384 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Birds of the Dominican Republic and Haiti fills a large void in the literature on birdwatching and the environment in these tropical countries. The first comprehensive field guide devoted to Hispaniola's birds, it provides detailed accounts for more than 300 species, including thirty-one endemic species. Included in the species descriptions are details on key field marks, similar species, voice, habitats, geographic distribution on Hispaniola, status, nesting, range, and local names used in both the Dominican Republic and Haiti. The authors also comment on ecology, behavior, and taxonomic status. The book provides color illustrations and range maps based on the most recent data available. But the authors' intent is to provide more than just a means of identifying birds. The guide also underscores the importance of promoting the conservation of migratory and resident birds, and building support for environmental measures.

Author : Steven C. Latta
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780691118901
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.06/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Birds of the Dominican Republic & Haiti written by Steven C. Latta and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Publisher description

Author : Steven Latta
Publisher : Princeton University Press
ISBN 13 : 0691233772
Total Pages : 240 pages
Book Rating : 4.72/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Field Guide to the Birds of the Dominican Republic and Haiti written by Steven Latta and published by Princeton University Press. This book was released on 2022-05-24 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The classic guide to the birds of the Dominican Republic and Haiti—now fully revised and updated Field Guide to the Birds of the Dominican Republic and Haiti is the essential guide to birdwatching in these tropical countries. This completely revised and updated edition provides thorough accounts for more than 300 species, including details on new and endemic species. Now conveniently organized by facing pages, the book features a wealth of images that includes 150 new illustrations by renowned artist Dana Gardner and range maps based on the most current data. Species descriptions present facts about key field marks, similar species, voice, habitats, geographic distribution, status, range, and local names used in the Dominican Republic and Haiti. The guide underscores the importance of promoting the conservation of migratory and resident birds, and building support for environmental measures. Fully up-to-date text and maps Superb images include 150 new illustrations Facing-page treatment features more than 300 species

Author : Alexander Wetmore
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 546 pages
Book Rating : 4.26/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Birds of Haiti and the Dominican Republic written by Alexander Wetmore and published by . This book was released on 1931 with total page 546 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The island that Columbus named Hispaniola, divided politically in modern times between the Dominican Republic and the Republic of Haiti biologically is the most intersting of the Greater Antilles since in its great area of elevated mountains it has preserved remnants of life of an ancient type that elsewhere in the West Indies has disappeared. A series of specimens, particularly birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians and plants, was collected by Dr. W. L. Abbott beginning in 1916. The rich collections obtained have all come to the Smithsonian Institution for the United States Nartional Museum, providing one of the finest collections extant from the island in question. As the Museum collections became extensive it was decided finally to make comprehensive accounts of the various groups covered so as to bring this information down to date.

Author : Allan Keith (R.)
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 293 pages
Book Rating : 4.15/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Birds of Hispaniola, Haiti, and the Dominican Republic written by Allan Keith (R.) and published by . This book was released on 2003 with total page 293 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Allan R. Keith
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780907446262
Total Pages : 293 pages
Book Rating : 4.64/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Birds of Hispaniola, Haiti and the Dominican Republic written by Allan R. Keith and published by . This book was released on 2003-01-01 with total page 293 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Michele Wucker
Publisher : Hill and Wang
ISBN 13 : 1466867884
Total Pages : 304 pages
Book Rating : 4.88/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Why the Cocks Fight written by Michele Wucker and published by Hill and Wang. This book was released on 2014-04-08 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Like two roosters in a fighting arena, Haiti and the Dominican Republic are encircled by barriers of geography and poverty. They co-inhabit the Caribbean island of Hispaniola, but their histories are as deeply divided as their cultures: one French-speaking and black, one Spanish-speaking and mulatto. Yet, despite their antagonism, the two countries share a national symbol in the rooster--and a fundamental activity and favorite sport in the cockfight. In this book, Michele Wucker asks: "If the symbols that dominate a culture accurately express a nation's character, what kind of a country draws so heavily on images of cockfighting and roosters, birds bred to be aggressive? What does it mean when not one but two countries that are neighbors choose these symbols? Why do the cocks fight, and why do humans watch and glorify them?" Wucker studies the cockfight ritual in considerable detail, focusing as much on the customs and histories of these two nations as on their contemporary lifestyles and politics. Her well-cited and comprehensive volume also explores the relations of each nation toward the United States, which twice invaded both Haiti (in 1915 and 1994) and the Dominican Republic (in 1916 and 1965) during the twentieth century. Just as the owners of gamecocks contrive battles between their birds as a way of playing out human conflicts, Wucker argues, Haitian and Dominican leaders often stir up nationalist disputes and exaggerate their cultural and racial differences as a way of deflecting other kinds of turmoil. Thus Why the Cocks Fight highlights the factors in Caribbean history that still affect Hispaniola today, including the often contradictory policies of the U.S.

Author : Jim Wright
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780764359026
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.29/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Real James Bond written by Jim Wright and published by . This book was released on 2020 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An illustrated biography of the ornithologist James Bond, the author of the book Birds of the West Indies and the namesake of Ian Fleming's fictional British spy.

Author : Charles Barney Cory
Publisher : Legare Street Press
ISBN 13 : 9781020624490
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.93/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Birds Of Haiti And San Domingo written by Charles Barney Cory and published by Legare Street Press. This book was released on 2023-07-18 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This beautifully illustrated volume features the birds of Haiti and the Dominican Republic, as collected and cataloged by the American ornithologist Charles Barney Cory. With detailed accounts of each species, accompanied by exquisite drawings by Cory and other artists, this book is both a scientific reference and a work of art. A must-read for bird enthusiasts and nature lovers. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Author : James Kavanagh
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781620051948
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.4X/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Dominican Republic Birds written by James Kavanagh and published by . This book was released on 2016-07-11 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A top birding destination, this Caribbean island is home to hundreds of species including many endemics. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 140 familiar and unique species and includes an ecoregion map featuring prominent bird-viewing areas. Laminated for durability, this lightweight, pocket-sized folding guide is an excellent source of portable information and ideal for field use by visitors and residents alike.