Description
Book SynopsisThis is the first comprehensive Turkish avifauna, describing the status of every species known to occur in this fascinating country. With authoritative text and detailed maps for every species, it is produced under the auspices of the Ornithological Society of the Middle East.
Trade Review"This is without doubt a monumental publication" "Guy Kirwan and his team are to be congratulated on a thorough, professional publication that will without doubt be the essential reference for Turkish birdlife" BirdGuides.com February 2009 "this book is a great achievement in the study of birds of the Middle East" Falcon Research Group, Spring 2009
Table of ContentsPreface Acknowledgements The breeding season Modern ornithology in Turkey: reflections and future directions The gaps in our knowledge Turkey's ecoregions: their biodiversity and conservation Introduction to the species accounts Species accounts (47-466)
Bibliography Index of Scientific Names Index of Turkish Names Index on English Names
