Palearctic Birds: A Checklist of the Birds of Europe, North Africa and Asia North of the Foothills o
by Beaman, Mark

Format: Paperback
Release Date: 1/1/1994
Code: 12213
Condition: New
Product Details
The aim of this new work is two-fold: to provide an up-to-date working list for the region; and to make a reasoned contribution to the current debate. The author argues that whilst many of the suggested new names are sensible, and indeed preferential, many already unique English names will be lost, when there is clearly no pressing need. In particular, the loss of names that honor illustrious ornithological pioneers is seen as an unnecessary move, particularly in Asian species. The author has therefore compiled a list using the best of the proposed names, and discarding the worst. The Systematic List gives scientific name, suggested English name, and alternatives given by the various sides in the current debate. There are four additional sections, providing taxonomic notes, notes qualifying the English names, notes on distributional status, and a full bibliography.
ISBN: 0952339102
Publisher: Harrier Publications
Year of Publication: 1994
Page Count: 168
Shipping Weight: 1.20 lb