Birds of Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands

For sheer diversity of birds, Ecuador cannot be beaten. Nowhere else is it as easy to experience such a range of habitats, from the high Andes to the Amazon and Choc¿ rainforests and those jewels in the ocean, the Gal¿gos Islands. The avifauna is similarly dazzling ¿ a huge range of species, including 41 endemics, call this country home, making Ecuador the ultimate Neotropical wildlife destination.This book showcases the avian wonders of Ecuador, highlighting more than 320 regularly occurring species that can be seen by most visitors to the country, including the Gal¿gos. Pocket-sized yet authoritative, this is the perfect companion for any wildlife-friendly visitor to Ecuador.