List of Chinese Bird Taxonomy and Distribution

Author: Zheng Guangmei
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Publish Date: 2005-05-01
Features: This book is a specialized work on the classification system of Chinese birds, as well as the classification and distribution of species and subspecies. It references the latest advancements in ornithological classification research. The book includes a total of 1,331 species (2,260 species and subspecies) of birds in China, belonging to 24 orders, 101 families, and 429 genera. Each species is provided with its Chinese name, English name, Latin name, distribution area (including zoogeographical subregions and administrative provinces), and English names of distribution areas for international communication. The book also rigorously verifies the list of Chinese endemic bird species to help readers better understand the avian diversity in China. At the end of the book, there are references and indexes of Latin names, English names, and Chinese names for easy retrieval. This book is suitable for professionals engaged in ornithological teaching, research, as well as those in fields such as agriculture, forestry, environmental protection, and wildlife management. It can also serve as a reference for students and teachers in relevant disciplines such as zoology, ecology, and conservation biology at universities and colleges.