• Costa Rica Birds: A Folding Pocket Guide to Familiar Species (Wildlife and Nature Identification)

    The stunning resplendent quetzal, a species atop every birder's life checklist, is one of over 900 species of birds inhabiting this tropical paradise. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 140 familiar and unique species and includes an ecoregion map featuring prominent bird-viewing areas, including the world-famous, Montverde Cloud Forest. Laminated for durability, this lightweight, pocket-sized folding guide is an excellent source of portable information and ideal for field use by naturalists of all ages. Made in the USA.www.waterfordpress.com

    • ASIN: 1583553398
    • ASIN: 1583553398
    • ISBN: 1583553398
    • Manufacturer: NBN Press

  • The Birds of Costa Rica: A Field Guide (Zona Tropical Publications)

    This is the one compact, portable, and user-friendly field guide the novice or experienced birder needs to identify birds in the field in the diverse habitats found in Costa Rica. It features descriptions and illustrations of all 903 species definitely known from Costa Rica, including pelagics and species regular to Cocos Island. Fifty-six of these species are placed in a "Rarities" section that includes accidentals, rarer pelagics, and species that have not been reported in more than twenty years.The detailed full-color illustrations show identifying features―including plumage differences a... [Read More]

    • ASIN: 0801479886
    • ASIN: 0801479886
    • ISBN: 0801479886
    • Brand: Comstock Publishing
    • Manufacturer: Comstock Publishing Associates

  • Photo Guide to Birds of Costa Rica (Zona Tropical Publications)

    Few ecosystem destinations are as abundant in their biodiversity as Costa Rica. Having the right field guides in hand can make all the difference when you're enjoying the country’s birdlife. Photo Guide to Birds of Costa Rica, which features 549 excellent photographs, is designed to be equally useful for two distinct sets of readers. First are birders new to birding―or new to birding in Costa Rica―who want a guide to the birds that one is most likely to see, as well as to a few of the rarer species that one would hope to encounter. It treats more than 40 percent (365) of the species know... [Read More]

    • ASIN: 1501700251
    • ASIN: 1501700251
    • ISBN: 1501700251
    • Manufacturer: Comstock Publishing Associates

  • The Wildlife of Costa Rica: A Field Guide (Zona Tropical Publications)

    This full-color field guide is an indispensable companion to the most popular neotropical ecotourism destination: Costa Rica. Featuring all the mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and arthropods that one is likely to see on a trip to the rainforest (as well as those secretive creatures such as the jaguar that are difficult to glimpse), The Wildlife of Costa Rica is the guide to have when encountering trogons, tapirs, and tarantulas.In addition to providing details for identifying animals along with interesting facts about their natural history, this guide offers tips for seeing them in the w... [Read More]

    • ASIN: 0801476100
    • ASIN: 0801476100
    • ISBN: 0801476100
    • Brand: Brand: Comstock Publishing Associates
    • Manufacturer: Comstock Publishing Associates

  • A Bird-Finding Guide to Costa Rica

    Marked by its superb natural beauty, Costa Rica has the greatest percentage of preserved land of any nation worldwide; nearly a third of the country is protected in national parks, reserves, and refuges. The wildlife that abounds in these tropical areas includes a stunning diversity of more than 820 bird species. In A Bird-Finding Guide to Costa Rica, Barrett Lawson offers detailed information that makes it easy for both expert and novice birders to plan and enjoy an exciting trip to this birders' paradise.Lawson describes fifty-three of the best birding destinations in Costa Rica. Birders wil... [Read More]

    • ASIN: 0801475848
    • ASIN: 0801475848
    • ISBN: 0801475848
    • Manufacturer: Comstock Publishing Associates

  • A Guide to the Birds of Costa Rica

    Costa Rica, a country of no larger than West Virginia, hosts more than 830 species of birds, more than in all of North Amerian north of Mexico. It may well be the only country in the world with as many bird species and habitats to be found in such a small area. Within two hours' drive from San Jose, one can see quetzals in highland forests, antbirds in lowland forests, or shorebirds and ibises in mangrove swamps.This lavishly illustrated book is the most comprehensive treatment of a rich tropical avifauna ever presented in a single volume suitable for its use in the field. With is full coverag... [Read More]

    • ASIN: 0801496004
    • ASIN: 0801496004
    • ISBN: 0801496004
    • Brand: Brand: Cornell University. Press
    • Manufacturer: Comstock Publishing Associates

  • The Birds of Panama: A Field Guide (Zona Tropical Publications)

    The isthmus of Panama, where North and South America meet, hosts more bird species than all of North America. More accessible than ever to birdwatchers and other ecotourists, the country has become a premier neotropical birding and nature tourism destination in recent years. The Birds of Panama will be an essential tool for the new generation of birders traveling in search of Panama's spectacular avifauna. This user-friendly, portable, and affordable identification guide features:•large color illustrations of more than 900 species;•the first range maps published to show the distribution of... [Read More]

    • ASIN: 0801476747
    • ASIN: 0801476747
    • ISBN: 0801476747
    • Manufacturer: Comstock Publishing Associates

  • The Birds of Ecuador: Field Guide

    The Birds of Ecuador comprehensively treats the nearly 1600 species of birds that can be found in mainland Ecuador. The authors describe Ecuador this way: "One of the wonders of the natural world. Nowhere else is such incredible avian diversity crammed into such a small country. . . . Birds are, happily, numerous in many parts of Ecuador: even the downtown parks of the big cities such as Quito and Guayaquil host their complement."Volume II, the field guide volume of this two-volume set, contains 96 full-color plates and facing pages of descriptive text, a color map of Ecuador, along with two l... [Read More]

    • ASIN: 0801487218
    • ASIN: 0801487218
    • ISBN: 9780801487217
    • Manufacturer: Cornell University Press

  • Costa Rica: The Complete Guide: Eco-Adventures in Paradise

    From pristine beaches and jungle waterfalls to high-altitude coffee plantations, award-winning author and photographer James Kaiser shows readers the best of Costa Rica, including the country’s stunning collection of national parks. Filled with rich details and hundreds of high-quality color photographs, this guide, which provides fascinating chapters on the country’s unique history, culture, ecology, and wildlife, is sure to appeal to anyone looking for more than just restaurant and hotel reviews. Giving travelers everything they need to plan an unforgettable trip, this resource also incl... [Read More]

    • ASIN: 1940754003
    • ASIN: 1940754003
    • ISBN: 1940754003
    • Manufacturer: Destination Press

  • The Birds of Costa Rica: A Field Guide (Zona Tropical Publications)

    "Graced with bounteous natural beauty, a stable democratic government, and friendly citizens, Costa Rica has become a popular destination for travelers from all over the world. Birds play a prominent role in attracting visitors, too. The shimmering quetzals, gaudy macaws, and comical toucans only begin to hint at the impressive avian diversity to be found throughout this small country."―from the IntroductionThis is the one field guide the novice or experienced birder needs to identify birds in the field in the diverse habitats found in Costa Rica. It features descriptions and illustrations o... [Read More]

    • ASIN: 080147373X
    • ASIN: 080147373X
    • ISBN: 080147373X
    • Brand: Brand: Zona Tropical / Comstock / Cornell University Press
    • Manufacturer: Zona Tropical / Comstock / Cornell University Press

  • Birds of Belize (The Corrie Herring Hooks Series)

    With nearly six hundred identified species of birds—and an average of five "new" species discovered annually—Belize is becoming a birding hotspot for amateur and professional birders from around the globe. Thousands of birders visit the country each year to enjoy Belize's amazing abundance and variety of both temperate and tropical birds in natural habitats that remain largely unspoiled. But until now, despite the growing need for an authoritative identification guide, birders have had to rely on regional field guides that offer only limited information on Belizean birds.Birds of Belize pr... [Read More]

    • ASIN: 0292701640
    • ASIN: 0292701640
    • ISBN: 0292701640
    • Manufacturer: University of Texas Press

  • Birds of Western Ecuador: A Photographic Guide

    Western Ecuador is famed for its astonishingly diverse birdlife, from colorful hummingbirds and outrageous toucans to more difficult groups like raptors, flycatchers, and ovenbirds. Here is the ultimate photographic guide to the spectacular birds of this region. Featuring nearly 1,500 stunning color photos of 946 species, this richly detailed and taxonomically sophisticated field guide will help you with even the toughest identification challenges. Species accounts, photos, and color distribution maps appear side by side, making it easier than ever to find what you are looking for, whether you... [Read More]

    • ASIN: 0691157804
    • ASIN: 0691157804
    • ISBN: 0691157804
    • Manufacturer: Princeton University Press

  • Birds of Mexico and Central America (Princeton Illustrated Checklists)

    Birds of Mexico and Central America is the only field guide to illustrate and describe every species of bird in Central America from Mexico to Panama, including Belize, Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua, and Costa Rica. Written and illustrated by Ber van Perlo, this handsome work covers more than 1,500 species. Information on key identification features, habitats, songs, and calls is included as are distribution maps showing each species' location and prevalence. Enhanced with ninety-eight color plates, the book provides illustrations of all plumages for the adult males and females a... [Read More]

    • ASIN: 0691120706
    • ASIN: 0691120706
    • ISBN: 0691120706
    • Brand: Princeton University Press
    • Manufacturer: Princeton University Press

  • Field Guide to the Birds of Cuba (Comstock Books)

    The richness and diversity of Cuban birdlife features 354 recorded species that represent 20 orders and 60 families. The 21 living endemic species include the charming Cuban Tody, the striking and elegant Cuban Trogon (the national bird), the colorful Cuban Green Woodpecker, and the smallest of all birds, the Bee Hummingbird.This compact and portable field reference will help Cubans, visitors from abroad, and bird enthusiasts identify and enjoy the island's avifauna. The 51 color plates and 662 images accurately illustrate male, female, and juvenile plumages (in some cases for the first time).... [Read More]

    • ASIN: 0801486319
    • ASIN: 0801486319
    • ISBN: 0801486319
    • Manufacturer: Comstock Publishing Associates

  • A Guide to the Birds of Panama: With Costa Rica, Nicaragua, and Honduras

    This is the first paperback version of the second edition of the popular A Guide to the Birds of Panama. In the second edition, published in 1989, the authors expanded information on the birds of Costa Rica, Nicaragua, and Honduras: approximately 200 new species were added to the material in the 1976 edition. Over 300 additional species, some of them Panamanian, were illustrated. Sixteen new plates were added, and three of the original plates were replaced by improved versions. Throughout the book changes were made to accommodate the explosion in knowledge of the birds of Panama and nearby are... [Read More]

    • ASIN: 0691025126
    • ASIN: 0691025126
    • ISBN: 0691025126
    • Brand: Brand: Princeton University Press
    • Manufacturer: Princeton University Press

  • Travel guide: lonely planet costa rica - paperback: 9781786571762

    Lonely Planet's Costa Rica is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Pick a river for some heart-pounding white-water rafting; lounge in

    • UPC: 802107869

  • Dk eyewitness travel guide costa rica: 9781465441157

    DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Costa Rica is your in-depth guide to the very best of this beautiful country. From lush rain forests and sprawling beaches to majestic jaguars and beautiful scarlet macaws, Costa Rica offers

    • UPC: 52704099
    • Rating: 3.0

  • Fodor's Essential Costa Rica 2019: 9781640970786

    Written by locals, Fodor's Costa Rica 2019 is the perfect guidebook for those looking for insider tips to make the most out their visit. Complete with detailed maps and concise descriptions, this Costa Rica travel

    • UPC: 776025556

  • The Birds of Costa Rica : A Field Guide

    A new, updated edition of the one compact, portable, and user-friendly field guide the novice or experienced birder needs to identify birds in the field in the diverse habitats found in Costa

    • UPC: 38313270

  • Costa rica: the complete guide : ecotourism & adventure in costa rica: 9781940754352

    Costa Rica is an eco-travel paradise! From pristine beaches and jungle waterfalls to high-altitude coffee farms, Costa Rica: The Complete Guide puts the best of Costa Rica at your fingertips.Over 130 five-star reviews for previous

    • UPC: 324143738

  • Frommer's Costa Rica

    Frommer's Complete Guides are packed with dazzling photos and detailed, opinionated and honest reviews, giving you the low-down on what's worth your trip and what's not. The destinations are broken down into easy to navigate

    • UPC: 541154313

  • The Wildlife of Costa Rica : A Field Guide

    This full-color field guide is an indispensable companion to Costa Rica, the most popular neotropical ecotourism destination, featuring all the mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and arthropods that the visitor can hope to see

    • UPC: 13250009
    • Rating: 5.0

  • Insight Guides Explore Costa Rica: 9781786717917

    Insight Explore Guides: pocket-sized books to inspire your on-foot exploration of top international destinations. Now with free eBook. Experience the best of Costa Rica with this indispensably practical Insight Explore Guide. From making sure you

    • UPC: 256058193

  • The rough guide to costa rica - paperback: 9780241280652

    Costa Rica attracted 2.66 million tourists from all around the world in 2015 (Source: www.ticotimes.net), There has been an incredible 50% increase in UK visitors to Costa Rica in 2016 (Source: Centralamericadata.com), In 2017, Costa

    • UPC: 55971563

  • Costa Rica

    Originally founded as a Spanish colony, Costa Rica is today one of the most stable and prosperous countries in Central America. Readers will trace Costa Ricas history from the arrival of its first inhabitants to

    • UPC: 28979347

  • Pura Vida Pure Birding - Costa Rica Birding Hotspots

    Costa Rica Birding Tour REVIEW

    Costa Rica 2015 birding at the Arenal observatory lodge