Birds of South Asia: The Ripley Guide. Vol. 1: Field Guide; Vol. 2: Attributes and Status

378; 683, 180 col plates, maps, text figs. . HB. 2 vols, orig. pictorial boards. Fine set. First edition. A major two-volume ornithological reference, covering the birds of the Indian subcontinent, including India, Pakistan, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, the Maldives, Afghanistan and the Chagos Archipelago. An authoritative work notable for its detailed treatment of identification, geographical variation, vocalisations, distribution and taxonomy. Vol. 1, Field Guide, contains over 3,400 illustrations on 180 colour plates, together with more than 1,450 colour distribution maps and concise identification notes. Vol. 2, Attributes and Status, provides comprehensive accounts of species and subspecies, including plumage variation, habitat, behaviour, vocalisations, distribution and taxonomic status. An important reference for both field ornithologists and researchers. [9788487334672].