Surya Ramachandran

A fully illustrated field guide to all of Asia’s major habitats—packed with invaluable information to help you understand these habitats and their wildlife Whether you’re a birder, naturalist, eco-traveler, or ecologist, knowing the surrounding habitat is essential to getting the most out of your time in the field. This authoritative illustrated guide covers every major habitat found in Asia. It presents an easy-to-use system for exploring and enjoying habitats by combining vivid wildlife assemblages with detailed descriptions of vegetation, geology, and climate. Compact, easy to use, and requiring no scientific background, Habitats of Asia redefines how we experience the landscapes in this spectacular region of the world. Features engaging, fact-filled descriptions of 113 major habitats Blends state-of-the-art habitat maps with informative infographics and more than 300 stunning color photos of habitats and their wildlife The incisive text enables anyone to assess and understand habitats anywhere in Asia—quickly and reliably Describes iconic and indicator species of birds, mammals, and plants An ideal travel companion for birders, naturalists, and wildlife enthusiasts A go-to reference for conservationists within the IUCN framework, ecologists, and policymakers

'Photographic Field Guide - Wildlife of South India' is the first-of-its-kind comprehensive field guide covering all the mammals, birds, butterflies, dragonflies, reptiles and amphibians of the six states (Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka, Goa, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana) of south India. The book is a must have for wilderness enthusiasts as it is a true ambassador to the biodiversity of south India in its own right. It is sure to transform wilderness walks and safaris and even the way people perceive urban wilderness, starting from one's own balconies and gardens. The book, which has 360 pages, covers 1920 species belonging to the six taxa using 1850 photographs contributed by around 280 photographers from India and beyond. The information presented in various sections of 'Photographic Field Guide - Wildlife of South India' has been vetted and added to by experts from the scientific world.

This comprehensive field guide to the wildlife of Central India covers 850 species including - 75 mammals - 433 birds - 156 butterflies - 84 dragonflies - 18 amphibians - 84 reptiles Highlights: - Over 900 top quality species images - Simple yet informative maps of the region - Up-to-date taxonomic data - Information based on the experience of the authors who have been field naturalists in this very landscape for many years. The visual treat of the images captured by 100 of India's top wildlife photographers, combined with simple descriptions and user-friendly design, will surely arouse the curiosity of all wildlife enthusiasts and help them explore further the treasures of the jungle.