Birds of Madagascar and the Indian Ocean Islands

This guide really does set the new standard for the region, which I yearn to visit again, having now seen the species and forms I missed represented so well within its covers. * Birdwatch * The aim of this book is "to enable observers to identify every bird that they might reasonably expect to see in the tropical south-western Indian Ocean". This has been achieved with distinction. There is no doubt that this is a significant work and an indispensable guide for visitors – it is small enough to fit in all jackets and to survive the wet landings on some of the islands. * The Biologist * Birders bound for ... Madagascar can enjoy Helm Field Guides' new additions ... Helm's exquisite eye for detail and intricate illustrations - hitting that sweet spot between art and practicality - make these welcome additions. A must-have for any globetrotting birders. * Wanderlust * All in all, this is clearly an excellent field guide. It is significantly better than the other recent guide to the region (Sinclair & Langrand 2013) and should undoubtedly be your first choice when visiting Madagascar or any of the other Indian Ocean islands. * Bulletin of the African Bird Club * A beautifully illustrated, cleverly designed, and compact book—and, most importantly, a scientifically accurate one. This guide will prove essential to any resident or visiting birder and will, I am sure, long be recognized as the region's gold standard. * The Condor *