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Birds From North Borneo
INTRODUCTION
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
METHODS
NOTES ON ZOOGEOGRAPHY
COLLECTING LOCALITIES AND COLLECTORS
ECOLOGY OF THE COLLECTING LOCALITIES
ECOLOGICAL AFFINITIES OF THE AVIFAUNA AT QUOIN HILL
SEASONALITY OF BREEDING
An extensive field study of the avifauna inhabiting the remote hills of northern Borneo, this work brings together meticulous observations from several seasons of collecting trips. The author surveys the varied habitats—from lowland dipterocarp forests to mist‑shrouded upland ridges—providing a clear picture of how geography and climate shape the bird community in this biodiversity hotspot.
Built on a solid methodological foundation, the text details each species’ appearance, vocalizations, and habits, complemented by thoughtful notes on breeding cycles and ecological relationships. Readers will find concise yet informative accounts that highlight both common and little‑known birds, framed by discussions of zoogeographic patterns and the challenges of field work in tropical terrain. The combination of scientific rigor and vivid natural history makes it an engaging resource for anyone fascinated by the richness of Borneo’s feathered residents.
Full title
Birds from North Borneo University of Kansas Publications, Museum of Natural History, Volume 17, No. 8, pp. 377-433, October 27, 1966 University of Kansas Publications, Museum of Natural History, Volume 17, No. 8, pp. 377-433, October 27, 1966
Language
en
Duration
~3 hours (181K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2010-07-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
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