Quail, Buttonquail and Plains-wanderer in Australia and New Zealand

Name: Quail, Buttonquail and Plains-wanderer in Australia and New Zealand
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SKU: 9781486312597
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By Joseph M. Forshaw

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Quail, Buttonquail and Plains-wanderer in Australia and New Zealand by Joseph M. Forshaw delves into the diverse world of these fascinating bird species across Australia and New Zealand. The book offers detailed insights into their habitats, behaviours, and distinguishing characteristics. It's an informative exploration suitable for anyone interested in ornithology and the natural wonders of this region.
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If you have a passion for ornithology or wildlife, this beautifully detailed exploration of quails and related bird species in Australia and New Zealand might captivate you. It's ideal for nature enthusiasts who enjoy comprehensive insights into the behaviour, habitats, and conservation of these fascinating birds.

Quail, Buttonquail and Plains-wanderer in Australia and New Zealand

A fully-illustrated review of knowledge on these small, secretive ground-dwelling birds.

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Although not closely related, quail, buttonquail and the Plains-wanderer have much in common. Quail, Buttonquail and Plains-wanderer in Australia and New Zealand examines 14 species of these small, secretive ground-dwelling birds, including Old World and New World quail, the endangered Buff-breasted Buttonquail, the elusive Plains-wanderer and the extinct New Zealand Quail.

Joseph Forshaw presents a comprehensive review of recent studies for these often hard to observe birds. Detailed species descriptions include key features, habitat, status, diet and breeding, along with information on eggs, calls and distribution. Each species is fully illustrated with exquisite colour identification plates by renowned wildlife artist Frank Knight. This is an essential reference for anyone fascinated by these elusive birds.

Certificate of Commendation, The Royal Zoological Society of NSW 2023 Whitley Awards: Highly Commended

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Quail, Buttonquail and Plains-wanderer in Australia and New Zealand by Joseph M. Forshaw is highly regarded by bird enthusiasts and experts. It is praised as a comprehensive and valuable resource for those interested in the region's avian species, with detailed species accounts and enhanced illustrations by Frank Knight. The book is considered a key addition to any serious ornithologist's collection.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781486312597

Publisher: CSIRO Publishing

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 01 May 2023

Country: Australia

Imprint: CSIRO Publishing

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Illustrated by Frank Knight

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 290.0mm

Height: 245.0mm

Weight: 920g

Pages: 200

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About the Author

Joseph M. Forshaw AM is a Research Associate in the Ornithology Section at the Australian Museum and the author of a number of award-winning natural history books. In 2015, he was made a Member of the Order of Australia for services to ornithology and wildlife conservation. His previous books include Vanished and Vanishing Parrots (CSIRO Publishing, 2017) and Pigeons and Doves in Australia (CSIRO Publishing, 2015). Frank Knight has been a wildlife illustrator for more than 30 years, producing illustrations for scientific papers, books and lectures. His work appears in Field Guide to the Frogs of Australia (CSIRO Publishing, 2020), with text by Michael Tyler, and in Vanished and Vanishing Parrots (CSIRO Publishing, 2017) by Joseph Forshaw.

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