The Fauna of British India, Vol. 1: Including Ceylon and Burma

E. C. Stuart Baker

ISBN 10: 1330306325 / ISBN 13: 9781330306321

Editore: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Print on Demand. This book is the first volume of a series of the new edition of the Avifauna of British India, and the first of its kind for over thirty years. It has been written to disturb the classication adopted by Oates in the rst edition as little as possible but during the thirty -two years that have elapsed since his rst volume was published, much scientic work has been done and many discoveries made which have rendered alterations imperative; some of these, unfortunately, are of a drastic nature. In the rst place, the trinomial system has been adopted - a de rision which has added very greatly to the number of birds to be described, 12. e. to the total number of species and subspecies, though, on the other hand, it has reduced the number of species, for it has relegated to their proper positions as subspecies or geographical races many forms which have hitherto improperly held the status of species. In using the trinomial system the author has adhered to the following rules Forms, or groups of forms, have been named as specic when there are no forms known which directly connect them with other forms or groups of forms. Subspecies or geographical forms have been recognized when they differ in degree either in size, colour or some other characteristic from the forms with which they are most closely connected, yet, though linked with these forms by others which are intermediate, are themselves constant within some given area. This volume contains descriptions of all the members of the Crow, Magpie, Jay, Nutcracker and Chough families to be found in the Indian subcontinent. It provides descriptions of their habits, and remarkable features with ample illustrations. The author provides a deep study of the anatomical features and classication of each family, including controversial and subjective areas of understanding, making this book an excellent resource for academics, scientists, ornithologists and general readers alike. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

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• Titolo: The Fauna of British India, Vol. 1: Including Ceylon and Burma
• Editore: Forgotten Books
• Data di pubblicazione: 2018
• Lingua: Inglese
• ISBN 10: 1330306325
• ISBN 13: 9781330306321
• Rilegatura: Paperback
• Condizione: New
• Tipo di libro: print-on-demand item
• Cataloghi dei venditori:
  • Fauna

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A thorough, first‑hand guide to the birds of British India, Ceylon, and Burma. This volume blends rigorous science with practical field notes, offering detailed species accounts, nest and egg data, distribution, and behavior drawn from decades of direct observation.

This edition emphasizes clear identifications and a practical system for naturalists and sportsmen alike. It showcases the author’s meticulous drawings for plates and a modernized naming approach, balancing scientific rigor with accessible, everyday language. The work stands as a benchmark in Indian ornithology, inviting readers to study and recognize birds in their natural habitats.

• Species descriptions based on broad field notes, including eggs, nest types, and breeding habits.


• Identity cues, measurements, and distribution notes to aid quick recognition in the field.


• Insights into nesting sites and behaviors, with emphasis on continental and regional variations.


• High-quality plates and illustrations to complement the text and aid identification.

Ideal for wildlife enthusiasts, naturalists, and observers of South Asian avifauna seeking a reliable, historically grounded reference.