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A Naturalist's Guide to the Birds Of New Zealand

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A Naturalist's Guide to the Birds Of New Zealand by Oscar Thomas offers a comprehensive overview of New Zealand's avian life. It provides detailed descriptions of various bird species, including their habitats, behaviours, and distinguishing features. The guide is enriched with vivid photographs and practical tips, ideal for both amateur bird enthusiasts and experienced ornithologists exploring New Zealand's unique birdlife.
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You might enjoy this book if you're a bird enthusiast keen to explore New Zealand's unique avian species. It is tailored to those interested in birds' behaviours and habitats, providing a practical guide for both nature walks and birdwatching adventures. Whether you are a casual observer or a dedicated birdwatcher, this book offers accessible information to enhance your appreciation of New Zealand's diverse birdlife.

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Introductory photographic identification guide to 250 New Zealand bird species, including the most commonly seen, unique and endemic species. The fully revised second edition includes 13 new species and over 200 new photos.

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A Naturalist's Guide to the Birds of New Zealand is an introductory photographic identification guide to 250 bird species, including the most commonly seen, unique and endemic species. High-quality photographs from one of New Zealand's youngest nature photographers are accompanied by detailed species descriptions, which include nomenclature, size, distribution, habits and habitat.

The user-friendly introduction covers climate, vegetation, biogeography and the key sites for viewing the listed species. Also included is an all-important checklist of all of the birds of New Zealand encompassing, for each species, its English, Maori and scientific names, local status, and threat level, updated in 2022.

The fully revised second edition has 13 new species and over 200 new photos.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781913679415

Publisher: John Beaufoy Publishing Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 05 October 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: John Beaufoy Publishing Ltd

Edition: 2nd New edition

Illustration: 300 colour photographs

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 180.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 176

About the Author

Oscar Thomas spent his high school years volunteering for conservation organizations, advocating and raising awareness of New Zealand's unique wildlife, and travelling the country in search of as many different birds as he could observe and photograph. Born in Auckland, New Zealand, he is now studying Ecology and Zoology at the University of Otago.

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