Discover the diverse avian life of Sri Lanka with this comprehensive naturalist's guide, perfect for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts.
This portable guide, written by experienced birder Gehan de Silva Wijeyeratne, features top-quality photographs and detailed species descriptions. Learn about nomenclature, plumage, distribution, habits, and habitat for 75 of the 82 bird families recorded in Sri Lanka. Distinguish between migrants and vagrants, and understand realistic expectations for bird sightings.
- Explore key birdwatching sites.
- Identify 34 endemic species.
- Use the included checklist with common and scientific names.
Ideal for residents and visitors, this guide enhances your appreciation of Sri Lanka's natural history and birdlife. A must-have for planning your next birdwatching adventure!
Gehan de Silva Wijeyeratneis one of Sri Lanka's most high profile wildlife personalities. In the words of British TV Naturalist Bill Oddie, no single individual has done so much to brand a country for its wildlife. A graduate from Imperial College, London, he has been passionate about Sri Lanka’s wildlife since the age of three when he went on his first leopard safari in Yala. He has authored and photographed over 300 articles for national and international newspapers and magazines on Sri Lankan biodiversity, travel, and business topics.
The perfect pocket sized bird guide for anyone visiting Sri Lanka
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