Egyptian Birds
For the most part seen in the Nile ValleyBy Charles Whymper
Length4h 5m
About this audiobook
In "Egyptian Birds," Charles Whymper presents a comprehensive exploration of avian life in Egypt, melding scientific observation with lyrical prose. The book captures the rich biodiversity of Egyptian birds, characterized by meticulous illustrations and engaging descriptions that reflect both naturalistic detail and artistic flair. Whymper's keen observations are set against the backdrop of 19th-century Egypt, a time of burgeoning interest in natural history, allowing readers to appreciate the cultural and ecological significance of each depicted species while embracing the spirit of adventure that characterized explorations of this era. Charles Whymper, an eminent naturalist and artist, is well-known for his contributions to both ornithology and the visual arts. Having traveled extensively, including notable expeditions in the Egyptian landscape, Whymper brings both expertise and passion to this work. His background in illustration enhances the textual content, leading to a work that serves as both a scientific reference and a visual feast. His interactions with prominent contemporaries in the field surely influenced his approach, imbuing the text with depth and insight. "Egyptian Birds" is therefore an essential read for bird enthusiasts, historians, and anyone fascinated by the intersection of nature and culture. Whymper's masterful blend of art and science invites readers to explore the enchanting world of birds in Egypt, making it a timeless resource for understanding the natural world.
Audiobook details
GenreScience and Nature
Length4 hrs 5 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 4, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1THE GRIFFON VULTURE[2], Gyps fulvus Arabic, Rakham.
28SPUR-WINGED PLOVER Hoplopterus spinosus Arabic, Zic-zac
2THE EGYPTIAN VULTURE Neophron percnopterus Racham, Arabic
29BLACK-HEADED PLOVER Pluvianus aegyptius Arabic, Ter el timsah
3THE KESTREL Falco tinnunculus
30LITTLE RINGED-PLOVER Aegialitis minor
4THE PARASITIC KITE OR EGYPTIAN KITE Milvus aegyptius Arabic, Hiddayer
31THE SNIPE Gallinago coelestis
5WHITE OWL, SCREECH OWL Strix flammea Arabic, Boma buda
32THE WOODCOCK Scolopax rusticula
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6THE LITTLE OWL Carine meridionalis
33THE PAINTED SNIPE Rhynchoea capensis
7EGYPTIAN EAGLE OWL Bubo ascalaphus Arabic, Buma
34THE AVOCET Recurvirostra avocetta
8THE HOOPOE Upupa epops Arabic, Hud Hud
35THE SACRED IBIS Ibis aethiopica
9THE KINGFISHER Alcedo ispida
36THE CRANE Grus communis
10BLACK AND WHITE KINGFISHER Ceryle rudis
37THE SPOONBILL Platalea leucorodea
11THE LITTLE GREEN BEE-EATER Merops viridis
38THE STORKS
12THE SWALLOWS
39THE WHITE STORK Ciconia alba
13WHITE WAGTAIL Motacilla alba
40THE BLACK STORK Ciconia nigra
14THE CRESTED LARK Galerita cristata
41THE SHOEBILL OR WHALE-HEADED STORK Balaeniceps rex Arabic name, Abu-markub, or Father of a Slipper
15THE WHITE-RUMPED CHAT Saxicola leucopygia
42THE COMMON HERON Ardea cinerea
16ROSY-VENTED CHAT Saxicola moesta
43BUFF-BACKED HERON Ardeola russata
17THE BLUE-THROATED WARBLER Cyanecula suecica
44THE NIGHT HERON Nycticorax griseus
18THE REED WARBLER Acrocephalus streperus
45THE FLAMINGO Phoenicopterus antiquorum Arabic, Basharoush
19THE SPARROW Passer domesticus
46GREEN-BACKED GALLINULE Porphyrio Madagascariensis Arabic, Digmeh
20THE DESERT BULLFINCH OR TRUMPETER FINCH Erythrospiza githaginea
47THE COOT Fulica atra
21HOODED CROW Corvus cornix
48THE EGYPTIAN GOOSE Chenalopex aegyptiacus
22EGYPTIAN TURTLE-DOVE OR PALM DOVE Turtur senegalensis
49PINTAIL-DUCK Dafila acuta
23SENEGAL SAND-GROUSE Pterocles senegallus Arabic, Gutta
50THE SHOVELLER DUCK Spatula clypeata
24SAND PARTRIDGE Ammoperdix heyi
51THE TEAL Querquedula crecca Arabic, Sharshare
25THE QUAIL Coturnix communis Arabic, Salwa
52THE WHITE PELICAN Pelecanus Onocrotalus
26CREAM-COLOURED COURSER Cursorius gallicus
53THE CORMORANT Phalacrocorax carbo Arabic, Agag
27THE GREEN PLOVER OR LAPWING Vanellus cristatus
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