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Title informationSwiftlets of Borneo: Builders of Edible NestsLim Chan Koon and Earl of Cranbrook
171 pages, maps, col photos, figs.Natural History Publications
Since the end of the 16th century, the edible nests of swiftlets have roused the curiosity of European travellers to South-east Asia, while at the same time providing one of the most important constituents of traditional Chinese medicine. For both cultures - western and eastern - this book clarifies the nature of these nests, the lives of the birds that build them, and the exploitation of this highly valuable natural resource. Bird Ringing (Banding) Pliers: 2-Hole Large Equipment | £30.55 | approx. $57/€39 Other products in Birding & Mist Nets Minox BL 8x32 BR Binoculars 9/10 for Optics and 9.5/10 on Value for Money by Birdwatching Magazine, April 2006! Equipment | £258.99 | approx. $480/€327 Other products in Binoculars Other titles from the same publisher related organisations include: McPherson Natural History Unit Sound Archive Oriental Bird Club If you are involved in a scientific, conservation or environmental organisation and would like to be listed, please see our NHBS-Xchange information page. |
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