Reviews

"Includes virtually everything that is known about the birds in this part of the world and includes very detailed identification material and plumage descriptions .... This is a comprehensive handbook, and although it is expensive, it is worth the price to those who study birds from this region of the planet." --Bird Watcher's Digest"Many professional ornithologists from around the world have contributed to this excellent book which is recommended for all libraries." --CHOICE"A key reference book that is a must for all university libraries and one that is sure to please all serious bird students. Of some interest is the fact that first-year plumages of difficult shorebirds (like Sharp-tailed) are fully examined and illustrated."--Indiana Audubon Quarterly"...the work is by far the most definitive handbook yet produced....The volume represents a remarkable assemblage of information....The book certainly fully achieves its objective of being a remarkable reference. I can see this series gracing the bookshelvesof many ornithologists."--Quarterly Review of Biology"The Handbook of Australian, New Zealand, and Antarctic Birds is the most comprehensive reference avaliable on birds of this region and is certain to remain the standard for professionals and amateurs alike for at least the next generation....The RAOU is to be thanked for choosing to undertake such a demanding project. The editors and numerous contributors are to be congratulated for the high quality of the product."--Birding