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A Naturalist's Guide To The Birds Of Aotearoa New Zealand

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A Naturalist’s Guide to the Birds of Aotearoa New Zealand is an introductory photographic guide to 250 bird species in New Zealand, including the most commonly seen, resident, and endemic species. Designed for all levels of birder, it is perfect for locals and visitors alike. High-quality... Read More
Format: Paperback / softback
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A Naturalist’s Guide to the Birds of Aotearoa New Zealand is an introductory photographic guide to 250 bird species in New Zealand, including the most commonly seen, resident and endemic species. Designed for all levels of birder, it is perfect for locals and visitors alike.

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A Naturalist’s Guide to the Birds of Aotearoa New Zealand is an introductory photographic guide to 250 bird species in New Zealand, including the most commonly seen, resident, and endemic species. Designed for all levels of birder, it is perfect for locals and visitors alike.

High-quality photographs from one of New Zealand's top 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 the birds of New Zealand, encompassing for each species its English, Māori, and scientific names, local status, and threat level, updated in 2026.

The fully revised third edition features the latest research and over 100 spectacular new photos of Aotearoa New Zealand's birdlife.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781917879071

Publisher: John Beaufoy Publishing Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 24 September 2026

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: John Beaufoy Publishing Ltd

Edition: 3rd Revised edition

Illustration: 365 colour photographs plus 2 maps

DIMENSIONS

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 180.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 176

About the Author

Oscar Thomas spent his school years volunteering for conservation organizations, advocating and raising awareness for Aotearoa New Zealand's unique birds. Born in Auckland, Oscar now resides in Dunedin after completing a Master's in Ecology at the University of Otago, and works as an expedition guide to remote destinations like the Subantarctic Islands to share wildlife with others.

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