Kenneth Newman Livres

This commemorative tenth edition celebrates the contribution of the late author, Kenneth Newman, fully revised and updated by his daughter, Vanessa Newman, to reflect the latest research, taxonomy and common names. Newman's Birds of Southern Africa, a leading field guide in the region, illustrates and fully describes all the birds recorded from the Antarctic to the Zambezi River. The familiar, user-friendly format of Newman's Birds has been subtly modernized for a fresh look, and plate annotations have been added to the large, accurate paintings of each species, in line with modern trends.

Ken Newman, renowned bird painter, author, and ornithologist, has selected over 280 species of birds that the visitor to Botswana is most likely to see while traveling in any part of the country. The entries are illustrated and there are references to similar species in the text. Birds of Botswana contains up-to-date information in a highly portable format. The guide-- Species profiles with subheadings for status, description, call, behavior, habitat, and distribution-- A full checklist of all 550 species that occur in Botswana cross-referenced to Newman's Birds of Southern Africa-- An alphabetical index to bird groups-- Tips on bird-watching in Botswana

Focusing on ease of identification, this illustrated guide categorizes southern Africa's common birds by plumage color and size. The fourth edition features updated names, local language translations, and a mix of photographs and illustrations for clarity. An informative introduction offers practical tips on bird identification, anatomy, and classification, making it a valuable resource for both novice and experienced birdwatchers.