Wildlife of Kenya Tanzania and Uganda

2007-01-03

The perfect companion for the safari enthusiast, this complete traveller's guide to the wildlife of Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda features 475 species of bird, mammal, snake, lizard, insect and tree.

Author: David Hosking

Publisher: HarperCollins UK

ISBN: STANFORD:36105123253697

Category: Africa, East

Page: 256

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The perfect companion for the safari enthusiast, this complete traveller's guide to the wildlife of Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda features 475 species of bird, mammal, snake, lizard, insect and tree. A must-have for all those considering a trip to the game reserves of this highly popular region.
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Wildlife of East Africa

2002

Featuring full-color photos of 475 common species of birds, mammals, snakes, lizards, insects, trees, and flowers, "Wildlife of East Africa" takes readers on an exquisite tour through the living splendor of the national parks and game ...

Author: Martin B. Withers

Publisher:

ISBN: 0691007373

Category: Nature

Page: 248

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Those looking for a concise, informative, visually breathtaking yet affordable East African safari need look no further. Featuring full-color photos of 475 common species of birds, mammals, snakes, lizards, insects, trees, and flowers, "Wildlife of East Africa" takes readers on an exquisite tour through the living splendor of the national parks and game reserves of Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda.
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East Africa Wildlife

2015-04-14

Lightweight and durable, Waterford Press' Pocket Field Guides remain essential gear for adventurers headed for the world's great eco-destinations.

Author: James Kavanagh

Publisher: Waterford Press

ISBN: 1583559388

Category: Nature

Page: 12

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Noted for its extraordinary diversity of animals packed into an area about the size of Texas, East Africa is home to gorillas, Nile crocodiles, hippos, rhinos, zebras, wildebeests and gazelles. And don't forget the big cats; among them the lions and leopards. This laminated, full-color illustrated folding guide depicts more than 100 of the most familiar animals to be encountered on safari in Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda and Burundi. Lightweight and durable, Waterford Press' Pocket Field Guides remain essential gear for adventurers headed for the world's great eco-destinations.
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Africa s Top Wildlife Countries

2017-05-16

This is the only guidebook that effectively assists readers in choosing the best destinations for the kind of wildlife experience they would most enjoy by comparing travel options among all the top wildlife countries.

Author: Mark W. Nolting

Publisher: Global Travel Publishers

ISBN: 0939895242

Category: Nature

Page: 544

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Africa's Top Wildlife Countries highlights and compares wildlife reserves and other major attractions in the continent’s best countries for game viewing -- making the planning of the journey of a lifetime easy! African countries, and the wildlife reserves within them, vary greatly as to the types and quality of safari experiences they offer. This is the only guidebook that effectively assists readers in choosing the best destinations for the kind of wildlife experience they would most enjoy by comparing travel options among all the top wildlife countries. Using the easy-to-read "When’s the Best Time to Go for Game Viewing" chart, readers can conveniently choose the specific reserves and country(ies) that are best to visit during their vacation period. From the "What Wildlife is Best Seen Where" chart, readers can easily locate the reserves that have an abundance of the animals they wish to see. From the "Safari Activities" chart, readers can choose the reserves that offer the safari options (night drives, canoeing, walking, ballooning,etc.) that interest them most. Jam-packed with information essential to the successful safari: * 512 pages of color with over 400 photos * 15 Countries, including the top safari countries of Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Namibia and South Africa * Over 75 color maps, detailing countries and major wildlife reserves, including regional maps that conveniently point out the best reserves and their highlights * 10 charts, including When's The Best Time to Go and What Wildlife is Best Found Where * Accommodations graded for convenient selection -- with the best highlighted as the author's top choice Detailed information on: Photo Safaris Mountain Climbing Gorilla and Chimpanzee Safaris Bird Watching Canoe/Kayak/Boat Safaris Scuba Diving and Snorkeling Hot-Air Balloon Safaris Night Game Drives Walking Safaris White-water Rafting Horseback safaris Family Safaris Honeymoon safaris
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African Wildlife Safaris

1989-09

No other area on earth has so many parks and game reserves as Eastern Africa and no other guide brings Africa to the traveler like African Wildlife Safaris. 200 full-color illustrations and photos plus graphic text explore Africa like never ...

Author: Camerapix

Publisher:

ISBN: 0816021252

Category: Science

Page: 364

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No other area on earth has so many parks and game reserves as Eastern Africa and no other guide brings Africa to the traveler like African Wildlife Safaris. 200 full-color illustrations and photos plus graphic text explore Africa like never before.
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Field Guide to the Birds of East Africa

2002

Small and compact, the guide covers a remarkable 1388 species, and three experienced artists have painstakingly prepared 287 plates with almost 3400 images illustrating all the plumages and major races likely to be encountered.

Author: Terry Stevenson

Publisher: A & C Black

ISBN: 0856610798

Category: Nature

Page: 602

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The Birds of East Africa is the first comprehensive field guide to this spectacular region. Small and compact, the guide covers a remarkable 1388 species, and three experienced artists have painstakingly prepared 287 plates with almost 3400 images illustrating all the plumages and major races likely to be encountered. Set opposite the plates are concise descriptive accounts dealing with identification, status, habits and voice, and range maps. Background sections include notes on how to use the species accounts, nomenclature, conservation, where to send records, and maps of protected and other important bird areas.Includes: * An overview of East African birds * East African environment * Seasonality * Plumage * Species accounts * Common alternative names * Conservation and threatened species * The local scene * Glossary, references, and an index Key Features: * Small and compact * Comprehensive species * All distinctive plumages and races illustrated * Color plates * Illustrations * All species ranges mapped * Key protected and important bird areas mapped
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Indigenous Ecotourism

2006

Case studies review wildlife tourism and forest-based ecotourism ventures owned or leased by Indigenous groups in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda. There is a particular focus on Indigenous ecotourism in 'Maasailand', covering both protected ...

Author: Heather Zeppel

Publisher: CABI

ISBN: 9781845931254

Category: Travel

Page: 308

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Drawing on case studies from Pacific Islands, Africa, Latin America and Southeast Asia, this book examines ecotourism enterprises controlled by indigenous people in tribal reserves or protected areas. It compares indigenous ecotourism in developed and developing counties and covers cultural ecotours, ecolodges, and bungalows, hunting and fishing tours, cultural attractions and other nature-based facilities or services.
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Uganda Handbook

2014-09-01

Hosking, D and Withers, M Wildlife of Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda (Traveller's Guide). This popular Collins guide describes 475 species of bird, mammal, snake, lizard, insect and tree and is well illustrated with colour photographs.

Author: Lizzie Williams

Publisher: Footprint Travel Guides

ISBN: 9781910120002

Category: Travel

Page: 272

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Land-locked in the heart of the African continent, Uganda has a fantastic climate, an ever-changing landscape and people who are honest, polite and genuinely pleased to help. Footprint’s Uganda Handbook will guide you from the peaks of the Mountains of the Moon, through the primeval Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and to the Source of the Nile at Jinja, taking in adrenalin-pumping thrills of tracking gorillas and rafting some of the best white water rides in the world. • Great coverage of gorilla trekking; bird- and butterfly-spotting; climbing the Rwenzoris; game-trekking, whitewater rafting, and fishing, cruising and canoeing on the many lakes. • Loaded with information and suggestions on how to get off the beaten track, from rock paintings at Kakora to exploring the volcanic landscapes near Tororo • Includes comprehensive information on everything from transport and practicalities to history, culture & landscape • Plus all the usual accommodation, eating and drinking listings for every budget • Full-color planning section to inspire travelers and help you find the best experiences From the bustling city of Kampala to the heavily forested waterfalls of the tropical Ssese Islands, Footprint’s fully updated 3rd edition will help you navigate this fairytale destination.
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Africa s Top Wildlife Countries

2012

A resource with maps, charts and 576 color photos helps the adventurous traveler plan an African safari by comparing the continent's top countries for fauna and the wildlife preserves within. Original.

Author: Mark Nolting

Publisher: Global Travel Pub

ISBN: 0939895153

Category: Travel

Page: 614

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A resource with maps, charts and 576 color photos helps the adventurous traveler plan an African safari by comparing the continent's top countries for fauna and the wildlife preserves within. Original.
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