Ornithology

Author: Zheng Guangmei
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Publish Date: 1995-01-01
Features: While discussing the distribution patterns, centers of distribution, centers of diversity, endemism, and research on endemic bird species in China, as well as their significance for species conservation, this book systematically introduces the field identification features, morphology, measurements, taxonomic discussions, geographic distribution, ecological habits, diet, reproduction, residency types, population status, and evaluations of 105 endemic bird species in China. The spectrograms of vocalizations and GIS predictive distribution maps are pioneering achievements in related domestic monographs. The book specifically examines the endemic characteristics of birds in China, enabling readers to gain a comprehensive understanding of the field identification features and integrated, systematic data of these bird species. It also provides new insights for future ornithological research and offers references and practical guidance for the conservation and sustainable utilization of bird resources. This book is suitable for researchers engaged in ornithological studies both domestically and internationally, faculty and students of major universities and colleges, bird enthusiasts, scientific research administrators, local wildlife resource management personnel, and individuals from all sectors of society who love animals and are involved in animal conservation.