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Rather than attempting to function as a comprehensive field guide, Birds of Southern Africa focuses on memorable and readily recognisable birds, making it particularly appealing to birdwatchers, nature enthusiasts and anyone with an appreciation for African wildlife photography.
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Birds of Southern Africa by Nigel Dennis is a beautifully illustrated celebration of the remarkable diversity and character of the region’s birdlife. First published by Sunbird Publishing in 1999, this hardcover edition features 200 of renowned wildlife photographer Nigel Dennis’s finest bird photographs, bringing together a spectacular selection of Southern Africa’s most distinctive and colourful species. The book comprises 112 pages and was published with ISBN 9780624037941.
Rather than attempting to function as a comprehensive field guide, Birds of Southern Africa focuses on memorable and readily recognisable birds, making it particularly appealing to birdwatchers, nature enthusiasts and anyone with an appreciation for African wildlife photography. The contents are arranged into four broad groups: birds of prey, wetland birds, grassland birds, and birds of the bush and forest. This structure provides an enjoyable visual journey through the diverse habitats occupied by Southern Africa’s avifauna.
The photography ranges from impressive raptors and soaring fish eagles to colourful smaller species such as sunbirds, while also featuring familiar and iconic birds including the ostrich. Dennis’s images capture birds both at rest and in action, showcasing their plumage, behaviour and distinctive presence within the African landscape. Contemporary descriptions of Birds of Southern Africa highlight the combination of outstanding photography with informative text and extended captions that offer insights into individual species and their behaviour.
For collectors of African natural history books, wildlife photography, ornithology and South African bird books, this 1999 Sunbird edition is an appealing addition. Its combination of striking photography, accessible information and regional focus makes Birds of Southern Africa a particularly attractive title for anyone interested in the birds and natural heritage of the subcontinent.
Condition: Near Fine – Minimal shelf wear present, light foxing on front end page.
