Swiftlets of Borneo: Builders of Edible Nests

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Published: 2002
Author: Lim Chan Koon & Earl of Cranbrook
Publisher: Natural History Publications (Borneo), Malaysia
Genre: Borneo, Ornithology, Ecology, Wildlife Conservation, Environmental Science, Natural History
Hardcover: 175 pages
Condition: 8/10 (Used, good condition)

Swiftlets of Borneo: Builders of Edible Nests explores the long-standing fascination with the edible nests of swiftlets, valued in traditional Chinese medicine and studied by European naturalists since the 16th century. Drawing on 45 years of research across Borneo, the authors detail the biology and behavior of three key swiftlet species—two that echolocate and one that does not—revealing how these differences affect their breeding cycles and nesting habits. The book highlights Borneo as the world’s main source of wild edible nests and presents proven methods for sustainable management based on extensive fieldwork. It examines regional variations in cave management, the rise of swiftlet house-farming as a growing industry, and the potential for balancing economic interests with wildlife conservation. Written in accessible language and richly illustrated with photographs and maps, the book offers both a scientific and visual account of the birds, their nests, and the people involved in this unique trade.


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