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Full Description
Birds of the Dominican Republic and Haiti fills a large void in the literature on birdwatching and the environment in these tropical countries. The first comprehensive field guide devoted to Hispaniola's birds, it provides detailed accounts for more than 300 species, including thirty-one endemic species. Included in the species descriptions are details on key field marks, similar species, voice, habitats, geographic distribution on Hispaniola, status, nesting, range, and local names used in both the Dominican Republic and Haiti. The authors also comment on ecology, behavior, and taxonomic status. The book provides color illustrations and range maps based on the most recent data available. But the authors' intent is to provide more than just a means of identifying birds. The guide also underscores the importance of promoting the conservation of migratory and resident birds, and building support for environmental measures.
Contents
Acknowledgments vii Introduction 1 Map of Hispaniola 2 Elevational Map of Hispaniola 4 Plan of the Guide 5 Topography and Habitats of Hispaniola 8 Topographic Features 8 Major Habitats 9 Endemic Species and Subspecies 12 Avian Conservation on Hispaniola 14 Conservation Issues 14 National Protected Areas in the Dominican Republic 15 National Protected Areas in Haiti 16 Threatened and Endangered Species 17 Ornithological History of Hispaniola 18 Descriptive Parts of a Bird 19 PLATE SECTION 20 SPECIES ACCOUNTS 21 Geese and Ducks: Anatidae 21 Partridges and Guineafowl: Phasianidae 32 Bobwhites: Odontophoridae 33 Grebes: Podicipedidae 34 Shearwaters and Petrels: Procellariidae 35 Storm-Petrels: Hydrobatidae 38 Tropicbirds: Phaethontidae 39 Boobies: Sulidae 40 Pelicans: Pelecanidae 42 Cormorants: Phalacrocoracidae 43 Darters: Anhingidae 44 Frigatebirds: Fregatidae 45 Bitterns and Herons: Ardeidae 46 Ibises and Spoonbills: Threskiornithidae 54 Storks: Ciconiidae 56 American Vultures: Cathartidae 57 Flamingos: Phoenicopteridae 57 Osprey: Pandionidae 58 Kites, Hawks, and Allies: Accipitridae 59 Falcons: Falconidae 64 Rails, Gallinules, and Coots: Rallidae 66 Limpkin: Aramidae 71 Thick-knees: Burhinidae 72 Plovers: Charadriidae 73 Oystercatchers: Haematopodidae 78 Stilts: Recurvirostridae 78 Jacanas: Jacanidae 79 Sandpipers, Phalaropes, and Allies: Scolopacidae 80 Jaegers, Gulls, Terns, and Skimmers: Laridae 95 Pigeons and Doves: Columbidae 110 Parakeets and Parrots: Psittacidae 118 Cuckoos and Anis: Cuculidae 120 Barn Owls: Tytonidae 124 Typical Owls: Strigidae 125 Goatsuckers (Nightjars): Caprimulgidae 128 Potoos: Nyctibiidae 131 Swifts: Apodidae 132 Hummingbirds: Trochilidae 135 Trogons: Trogonidae 137 Todies: Todidae 138 Kingfishers: Alcedinidae 140 Woodpeckers and Allies: Picidae 141 Tyrant Flycatchers: Tyrannidae 143 Vireos: Vireonidae 148 Crows: Corvidae 153 Swallows: Hirundinidae 155 Kinglets: Regulidae 160 Gnatcatchers: Sylviidae 160 Thrushes: Turdidae 161 Mockingbirds, Thrashers, and Allies (Mimic Thrushes): Mimidae 165 Pipits: Motacillidae 167 Waxwings: Bombycillidae 168 Palmchat: Dulidae 168 Wood-Warblers: Parulidae 169 Bananaquit: Coerebidae 192 Tanagers: Thraupidae 193 Emberizine Sparrows and Allies: Emberizidae 200 Cardinaline Finches and Allies: Cardinalidae 205 Blackbirds and Allies: Icteridae 207 Fringilline and Cardueline Finches and Allies: Fringillidae 211 Old World Sparrows: Passeridae 214 Weavers: Ploceidae 215 Estrildid Finches: Estrildidae 216 Recent Additions to the Checklist 218 Appendix A: Birdwatching on Hispaniola 219 Appendix B: Checklist of Birds of Hispaniola 229 Selected References 239 Index of Local Names 243 Index of English and Scientific Names 250
