Birds of Kenya's Rift Valley (Wildlife Explorer Guides)

Kenya's Rift Valley includes four major national parks--Lake Nakuru, Lake Bogoria, Mount Longonot, and Hell's Gate--as well as many smaller areas that are outstanding for wildlife. __Birds of Kenya's Rift Valley__ features the 320 bird species that are most likely to be encountered on safari in this world-famous region, which runs from Lake Baringo in the north to Lake Magadi in the south. Featuring over 500 stunning color photos, this beautiful guide breaks new ground with its eye-catching layout and easy-to-use format. The book follows a habitat-based approach and provides interesting information about the ecology and behaviors of each species. __Birds of Kenya's Rift Valley__ avoids technical jargon in the species descriptions, which makes the guide easily accessible to anyone. With it, you will be identifying birds in no time. * Stunning photos of 320 bird species * Major plumage variations depicted * Jargon-free text * Helpful notes on what to look and listen for, behavior, and why some birds are so named Contents About this book The geography of Kenya’s Rift Valley Maps of the Rift Valley Birds of Lake and Marsh Up in the Air Bird of Prey Birds of Grassland and Open Areas Birds of Woods, Scrub and Garden Birds of Woodland, Scrub and Garden (Continued) Night Birds Useful resources Acknowledgements Photographic Credits Scientific Names of the Bird Species Included in this Book Index Includes four major national parks - Lake Nakuru, Lake Bogoria, Mount Longonot, and Hell's Gate - as well as smaller outstanding wildlife areas. This book looks at the more than 300 bird species most likely to be encountered on safari in this world-famous region, from Lake Magadi in the south to Lake Baringo in the north.