At the Headwaters of the "Russian Amazon": Chronicles of an Ornithological Expedition

This documentary account follows a team of ornithologists conducting field research in the remote wilderness of Russia's Far East. Together with his colleagues, Evgeny Koblik explores the inaccessible taiga forests and mountain ranges of the Ussuri region, documenting its extraordinary biodiversity and encounters with rare bird species.
Rich in vivid detail, the book captures every aspect of expedition life—from the practical challenges of working in the field to close observations of wildlife in its natural habitat. Alongside descriptions of ornithological research, Koblik pays particular attention to the human side of scientific expeditions: the tensions and cooperation that emerge within the team during difficult situations, and the profound personal experiences that arise from living and working in close contact with the natural world.
Combining scientific rigor with the narrative appeal of travel writing, At the Headwaters of the "Russian Amazon" conveys both the excitement of discovery and the enduring romance of life in the field.

Evgeny Koblik. At the Headwaters of the "Russian Amazon": Chronicles of an Ornithological Expedition. — Moscow: Alpina Non-Fiction, 2025.
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