Co-authored by Dr Satish Pande, Saleel Tambe, Clement Francis M and Niranjan Sant (ELA Foundation).

Published by Oxford University Press & BNHS 2003, 377 pages with all colour photographs, ISBN 019-566878-2

The Western Ghats of India, identified as a World Biodiversity hotspot by Birdlife International, is an ecological zone of global importance. Together with the adjacent coastal areas of Kokan Goa, Karnataka, Kerala, and the Deccan Plateau, this Endemic Bird Area supports a variety of habitats marine waters, mangroves, mixed hill forests, montane grasslands and scrub forests.As many as 44 of the bird species found here now feature in the Red Data Book as critical, endangered, vulnerable and near threatened species.

The birdlife of this vulnerable hotspot of biodiversity has been comprehensively detailed in this first book of its kind. It includes sexual dimorphism, variations in plumage, nests and nesting habits, food preferences, breeding behaviour, ring recoveries and other details. Cultural notes help the reader to relate to the species in the context of Indian culture and heritage. It includes an index of Scientific names, English, Marathi, and Sanskrit common names. In all, this book follows an entirely new approach among books on Indian birds.

Saleel has contributed majority of photographs in this book and has contributed on the inputs for distribution and references of rare species.

Authors - Dr Asad Rahmani, M. Zafar-ul Islam ISBN13: 9780198060338  Hardback, 374 pages.
This is published by BNHS & Oxford University Press in May 2009 in collaboration with Birdlife international, IBCN & RSPB.

The publication describes 42 species of ducks, geese, and swans found in India. Together with excellent photographs and written by experts in the field, this book discusses the distribution, population size, migratory movement, habitat and ecology, and conservation status of these birds. The book is supplied with a CD enclosed.                          

Co-authored by Saleel Tambe

Published by Kalpavriksha and CEE, Pune.

138 pages, 150 illustrations, 12 colour plates, 10 maps.

This handy bird guide is very useful for a beginner and also provides interesting information for every bird lover in Pune and around.In addition to tips for bird identification for a 100 common birds of Pune, the book includes elaborate information about birdwatching spots in and around Pune. Accompanied by maps and illustrations, colour plates, bird notes and a detailed checklist for Pune.

Several photographs and references contributed by Saleel Tambe

By ELA Foundation & Tata Power 2008

A book compiling 300 species of birds that grace the faunal biodiversity of the twin hill stations. The book also focuses on the beautiful butterflies, vocal amphibians, colourful reptiles and secretive mammals residing in the region. Tata power has brought out this book by supporting a great caue to nature conservation in their area.

Several photographs and references contributed by Saleel Tambe

Author - Dr Asad Rahmani 

Publications Division, New Delhi, 106 pages, ISBN 81-230-1170-9, 2005 

This book presents a profile of over hundred common and widespread bird species which are familiar to us. Description of each species, its distribution, habits and habitat, is given in the book in simple and lucid language for easy identification.

Photographs contributed by Saleel Tambe

Author - Depak Dalal

Published by -Navneet Publications, New Delhi

A storytelling style book which narrates the wilderness of Ranthambore to children in a very interesting manner and creates a genuine interest among the young readers about this fascinating tigerland.