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The Genus Sarothrura – An important 1970 scientific monograph examining nine species of African and Madagascan flufftails, including the critically endangered White-winged Flufftail. Written by Stuart Keith, C. W. Benson and M. P. Stuart Irwin, this 84-page American Museum of Natural History publication features 15 figures, 31 tables, detailed species accounts and extensive taxonomic research. An interesting specialist ornithological reference.
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The Genus Sarothrura (Aves, Rallidae) by Stuart Keith, C. W. Benson and M. P. Stuart Irwin is an important specialist ornithological monograph examining the taxonomy, distribution, characteristics and natural history of the elusive African and Madagascan flufftails. Published in 1970 as Volume 143, Article 1 of the Bulletin of the American Museum of Natural History, this scholarly publication represents a significant contribution to the scientific understanding of these secretive birds.
Written by three respected ornithologists, The Genus Sarothrura provides a detailed examination of the genus Sarothrura, a group of small, elusive birds inhabiting grasslands, wetlands, marshes and forest environments throughout sub-Saharan Africa and Madagascar. Historically classified within the rail family Rallidae, flufftails have long presented challenges to ornithologists because of their secretive behaviour, restricted habitats and difficulty of observation.
The 84-page publication includes detailed accounts of nine species, namely Sarothrura pulchra, Sarothrura elegans, Sarothrura rufa, Sarothrura lugens, Sarothrura boehmi, Sarothrura affinis, Sarothrura insularis, Sarothrura ayresi and Sarothrura watersi.
The Genus Sarothrura incorporates 15 figures and 31 tables, providing valuable scientific information supported by comparative observations and research. Additional sections discuss possible phylogenetic relationships, while a gazetteer of localities and extensive bibliography provide useful historical and geographical references.
Of particular interest to southern African ornithologists is the inclusion of the exceptionally rare White-winged Flufftail, Sarothrura ayresi, one of the region’s most threatened and difficult-to-observe birds. The publication provides an important historical perspective on the scientific understanding of this species and its relatives.
The Genus Sarothrura remains a valuable historical research publication for professional ornithologists, avian taxonomists, conservation researchers and serious birdwatchers with an interest in African rails and flufftails.
As an original 1970 scientific publication from the American Museum of Natural History, this monograph will also appeal to collectors of specialist ornithological literature, African natural history publications and historical zoological research.
Condition – Very Good
Very good 1970 paperback with thin blue card covers. Prior ownership in ink on the front cover. Repairs to the spine, with the cover glued down in two places. The interior is clean and well preserved.
