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A Field guide to the Birds of Nepal

A long anticipated Bird Field guide in Nepali language is available now. It is translated from its original version of ‘Birds of Nepal’ originally written by Carol Inskipp, Tim Inskipp and Richard Grimmett. Dr Hem S. Baral is the principal translator of this book.

The project has been completed with financial support from 'Forests and Biodiversity window of the World Bank/ Netherlands Partnership Programme', BirdLife International and J. C. Van der Hucht Fonds, the Netherlands and technical support from BirdLife International.

The book consists of 861 species of birds recorded in Nepal till April 2004 with colour illustrations of 790 species in 110 easy identifiable colour plates. The book was officially launched by Director of Central Zoo, Mr RK Shrestha on 7 May 2004 amidst a function at Bagmati Nature Park, Lalitpur SMC – 10, Jwagal in presence of Mrs. Carol Inskipp, one of the original authors.

The major objective of this Field Guide is to promote birdwatching in Nepal. It is believed that local language field guide serves the purpose of effective mode of generating awareness on birds and its habitat conservation amongst majority of Nepali people. Almost 1000 copies are intended for free distribution to relevant CBOs, NGOs, INGOs, GOs, schools, colleges, universities, public libraries, media houses and individuals in Nepal.

Remaining 4000 copies are aimed to sell in subsidized price. The money raised from selling those copies will be secured for publication of the same book in revised and updated form.

BCN still holds some 200 copies for free distribution. Above mentioned individuals or institutions eligible for free copy can contact BCN office with an official request letter.

The book is also available for sale in the leading bookstores, souvenir shops and BCN office at a subsidized retail price.

Price: NRs 550/-

The State of Nepal's Birds 2004

After eight years since the publication of Threatened Birds of Nepal in early 1996 BCN has now jointly published a revised version of the book as ”The State of Nepal’s Birds 2004” with the Department of National Parks and Wildlife Conservation and IUCN Nepal. The book is written by renowned ornithologist Dr. Hem Sagar Baral and Mrs. Carol Inskipp. A total 133 species has been included as nationally threatened in the book with a detailed account of 73 species. The book will act as an important document to make the public and policy makers aware about the status of Nepal’s birds. Please contact BCN for your copies.

Price: NRs 200/-

Bird Conservation in Nepal: an educational Kit

This book provides baseline information for the beginners who want to contribute towards bird conservation. This is useful reference material for school students as well as teachers. The book also explains about the feature and importance of Important Bird Areas (IBAs). The book was published by BCN in 2003. Please contact BCN for your copies.

Price: NRs 150/-

Birds: an interesting fact

Nepali language is used in this publication to educate and aware school students as well as general public on the value of birds to the environment. Basically it provides information to those who cannot read and understand English language. This book is a valuable resource material for school students, teacher and of course general public. Please contact BCN for your copies.

Important Bird Areas in Nepal

BCN with its partner organisations has published the book on Important Bird Areas in Nepal. This book provides an overview of diversity of bird life in different agro-ecological and climatic zones of Nepal. Current status, threat and consequences are identified and conservation needs are recommended. The book also highlights 27 critical biological sites for bird and biodiversity conservation in Nepal. Thirteen out of 27 critical sites are within the protected area system, meaning they are relatively safer, and the rest are spread in and around wetlands, woodlots, river valleys and watersheds. In addition, five potentially important areas have also been identified which provide conservationists additional opportunities for timely action to protect Nepal's avifaunal diversity.

This IBA inventory fills the gap on national biodiversity inventory and helps government fulfill its obligations towards the CBD. It is hoped that the book will provide guidance to decision makers and planners to geographically focus financial and human resources, and avoid negative impact in land-use and development planning.

This book can be purchased from BCN office as well as leading book stores of Kathmandu Valley at NRs. 700/-

Bagaicha, Banakunja ra Upaban ka Charaharu

Bird Conservation Nepal has published “Garden and Grove Birds” guide book in Nepali language on the occasion of 12th Wildlife Week of Department of National Parks and Wildlife Conservation (DNPWC). This booklet contains 46 most common garden birds color illustration with possible sighting throughout the year and their brief description. This is joint publication of Department of National Parks and Wildlife Conservation (DNPWC), Himalayan Nature and Bird Conservation Nepal (BCN). This booklet helps to identify and understand your garden birds' natural behavior.

Price: NRs 50/-



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