A Field Guide to the Birds of New Zealand
by Julian Fitter and Don Merton
From the publisher (Princeton University Press):
New Zealand is commonly described as “the land of birds.” Now, there is an easy-to-use guide for all those interested in this country’s remarkable bird population. A Field Guide to the Birds of New Zealand contains over 600 stunning photographs of the more than 350 bird species likely to be seen in this area of the world. Comprehensive and compact, the book includes full descriptions of all native species and regular visitors, distribution maps and measurements, key information on national parks, and useful information on ongoing conservation efforts in the country. Filled with handy tips for nature enthusiasts wanting to make the most of their trip, this is the only bird guide that anyone exploring this region will need.
- 600+ color photographs feature more than 350 bird species with full descriptions
- Distribution maps and measurements
- Key information on national parks helps readers find the best spots for bird sightings
- Useful information on conservation efforts
- Guidelines on sensible behavior for encountering nature at its best
This compact “pocket guide” would be very useful to anyone birding in Middle Earth, er…New Zealand.
A Field Guide to the Birds of New Zealand
by Julian Fitter and Don Merton
Paperback; 288 pages
Princeton University Press; January 23, 2012
ISBN: 9780691153513
Posted by Grant McCreary on January 6th, 2012.
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