Birds of Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos

An authoritative pocket guide to the birds of Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos.
Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia are becoming increasingly popular with all kinds of visitors, not least birdwatchers, who can visit many national parks and reserves harbouring a bounty of amazing species. The three countries are home to about 1,000 species of birds including such rarities as Bengal Florican, Giant Ibis, Green Peafowl and Vietnamese Cutia. This concise and easy-to-use guide features 252 of Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia's most interesting and spectacular birds, each illustrated in full colour with key information on ID, habitat and distribution.
Illustrated with clear colour photography and brief but authoritative descriptions the Pocket Photo Guides highlight the species of birds and animals from each region that the traveller is most likely to see, as well as those that are genuinely endemic (only to be seen in that country or region) or special rarities. The genuine pocket size allow the books to be carried around on trips and excursions and will take up minimal rucksack and suitcase space.

Peter Davidson is an expert on the birds of South-East Asia, having studied and photographed them for many years and worked on various projects for BirdLife International in the region. He now works for the Bird Studies Canada Programme in British Columbia.

Introduction
Ornithology in the region
The environment and bird habitats
Conservation
Using this guide and identifying birds
Tips for finding birds
Where and when to watch birds
Bird tour agencies
Species descriptions
Glossary
Further reading
Web resources
Acknowledgements
Index
Key to coloured tabs