This larger edition is based on the updated and expanded fifth edition of the authoritative Sasol Birds of Southern Africa, which has been brought fully up to date by an expert panel of ornithologists, with additional contributions from two new birding experts. Greatly enhanced, this comprehensive, best-selling guide is sure to maintain its place as one of Africa?s most trusted field guides. It offers:? New ?bird-call? feature ? access calls by scanning barcodes with a free downloadable call app.? More than 800 new illustrations, including all-new plates for raptors and seabirds.? Comprehensive coverage of all 989 of southern Africa?s birds, including latest species records.? Redesigned plates with diagnostic features noted.? Calendar bars depicting species? occurrence and breeding periods.? Fully updated species accounts and distribution maps.? Fresh input from new contributing authors and illustrators.? Alphabetical and illustrated quick references to bird groups.